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Here, we connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to make the world more intelligent, more connected, and more productive. From improving the production of medicines that boost human health to reducing waste in an oil and gas plant, the work we do changes how we live.

We truly believe we are doing things never before possible. And we need the brightest minds to help make that happen – the makers, the forward thinkers, the problem solvers. That’s where you come in.

The Inventory Coordinator is responsible to work with our 3PL at the Indianapolis Distribution Center (IDC) to ensure the site complies with internal Rockwell Automation policies and procedures. The IDC is Rockwell’s largest Distribution Center, fulfilling orders into the North America market as well as supporting replenishment into plants and other Distribution Centers globally. This role:

Manages day-to-day transactions between the 3PL’s WMS and SAP
Influences 3PL processes that impact inventory health and accuracy and serve as the first point of contact

at the IDC for inventory-related projects, inquiries, audits, etc. with Finance, Internal Audit, Quality, Operations, etc.
Drive continuous improvement to Warehouse processes including receiving, parts put-away, picking etc.
Manage excess and obsolete material strategies to disposition aged materials.
Leads annual Physical Inventory planning, coordination, SOX and SOD audit activities and other fiscal activities related to the site.
Reviews 3PL inventory adjustments and write-offs to understand root cause and implement corrective action to avoid recurring activity. Follow Rockwell Automation Delegation of Authority when executing internal write-off activities.
Partner with 3PL to maintain current reconciliation activities between 3PL Warehouse Management System (Manhattan Scale) and SAP.
Track, validate and report 3PL inventory liability responsibility.
Complete SAP transactions in coordination with other Rockwell facilities to correct over/under ships.
Partner with 3PL Quality team and internal Rockwell stakeholders to effectively execute, evaluate and release quality holds.
Oversee 3PL cycle count targets and performance.
Drive 3PL shipping discrepancy research and resolution and collect root cause for corrective action and continuous improvement activities.
Lead inventory disposition efforts, partnering internally within Rockwell to resolve root cause issues.
Partners cross-functionally within Rockwell’s Integrated Supply Chain Organization with project ownership of inventory modeling and optimization for the site to better improve inventory planning, storage and utilization targets.
Partner with 3PL on training activity.
Health check and operational reporting activities.

This role reports to the IDC Operations Supervisor and is located on-site in Whitestown, IN

Skills you have:

FUNCTIONAL:

High regard for safety, quality and adherence to protocols, policies and procedures.
Excellent Customer Service Skills; displays a professional can do attitude.
Drive process/procedure reviews and assist in employee training.
Solid understand and experience in at least one key aspects of warehouse operations (shipping, inventory or purchasing) to drive continual improvement in day-to-day functions, but preference will be given to a candidate who has understanding and experience in more than one.
Ability to self-manage and self-motivate; forward thinking.
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Experience leading or supporting physical inventory and/or internal SOX/SOD audit activities.
Analyze/monitor opportunities for inventory disposition via excess/obsolete inventory program.
Understand storage and material dynamics so inventory can be right sized in all locations.
Receive predetermined assignments subject to a moderate level of control and review.
Communicate daily/ weekly/monthly metrics and project statuses.
Lead cross functional partnerships across the Integrated Supply Chain to drive improvement in IDC.
Lead continuous improvement projects, i.e. Kaizen events.

LEADERSHIP:

Work collaboratively within Distribution team toward the achievement of business and customer objectives.
Provide leadership in the support of best practices and compliance to procedures and specifications.

INTERPERSONAL:

Drive engagement and teamwork through clear communication of objectives.
Foster collaborative effort in problem solving that promotes engagement and ownership by all.
Maintain and enhance an environment of open and honest communication.
Maintain and enhance a culture of mutual respect and integrity at all levels of the organization.
Strong work ethic (initiative).
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:

This may require working on the floor or some weekends as needed.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree
Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates with working knowledge of Rockwell’s Indianapolis Distribution Center.
4+ years of complex warehouse operations related experience.
Working knowledge of Manhattan Scale 2020 and warehouse storage concepts.
Strong working knowledge of SAP.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
LEAN Six Sigma Green Belt certification.

Who we are

We are a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, we employ approximately 23,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries.

EEO Statement

Rockwell Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

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