Inventory Specialist

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All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for candidates who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. Innovation is an important part of our DNA. If you appreciate an environment where you get to think new and constantly evolve, you will thrive here.

Join Our Team as an Inventory Specialist at Epiroc!

Inventory Specialists provide data-driven, proactive and collaborative management of Epiroc USA inventory within our Service Center locations. Having the right product at the right time in the right place along with increasing customer satisfaction through innovative inventory management processes are critical to success in this role. The successful candidate will focus and follow-up on sustainable processes and competence development that result in Epiroc USA meeting financial targets and achieving sustainable, profitable growth.

Work Type: This position is onsite at the CSC NASA Configuration Center in Akron, OH. Work is performed primarily in a warehouse and office setting, with frequent physical activity and exposure to material handling equipment, trucks, and occasional outdoor conditions. The role requires standing and walking for extended periods, lifting and moving materials up to 50 lbs, and safely operating or working around forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment (training provided). Safety equipment and adherence to all Epiroc safety protocols are required at all times. This job opening is not eligible for immigration/work visa sponsorship.  

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct inventory and process support of Tools and Attachments (TLD) Division products sold through the Epiroc USA channels.
• Utilize proactive approaches to inventory management to help ensure a high degree of customer satisfaction is achieved (as measured by SIFOT - Supply In Full On Time).
• Meet/exceed company expectations for working capital (as measured by Turns and Inventory as a % of Costs of Goods Sold).
• Lead the development of strategies that will create exposure and sales opportunities for items aging without demand to help keep Obsolete and Slow Moving Inventory (OSMI) to a minimum.
• Collaborate with Service Centers (including the Hydraulic Attachment Tools Service Center) and the Supply Chain organization to have processes and systems in place to ensure the highest possible chance of success in inventory planning.
• Bridge the forecasting and planning needs of the business with the work being done in the Supply Chain organization to best manage inventory. 
• Partner with the Sales team to proactively review and discuss inventory at risk of becoming OSMI and develop plans to alleviate pending OSMI inventory.
• Introduce, execute and proactively follow-up on Continuous Improvement plans and activities, innovating whenever possible, to ensure we consistently improve our inventory management process and procedures.
• Meet/exceed Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) including: OSMI (internal noncustomer facing); Inventory value as a % of COGS (internal non-customer facing); Availability metrics (customer facing); Delivery performance for complete order (customer facing); Transport income from external customers as % of transport cost (internal non-customer facing)
• Practice courteous and professional demeanor and communication with customers and internal staff at all times

Knowledge/Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related industry or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of three years of supply chain management or warehouse management progressive work experience in a related industry
• Experience with inventory management software (e.g. ERP)
• Knowledge of Epiroc inventory policies and procedures are highly preferred

Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced verbal, written and presentation communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job.

About us. Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining & construction customers and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, we develop and provide innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. We also offer world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Our global headquarters is based in Stockholm, Sweden and we have around 18,000 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in over 150 countries around the world. Learn more at epirocgroup.com.

As a leading global manufacturer of industrial tools and attachments, our premium brands include Paladin, LaBounty, Pengo, Dubuis, and STANLEY which offer premier equipment and services in more than 200 product categories.

We succeed in our core business because we are passionate innovators with courage to change. With collaboration and mutual confidence, teams and individuals trust and support each other’s abilities to offer solutions. Together, we lead the way to make mining and construction more sustainable.

Epiroc offers rewarding experiences and professional growth opportunities. Recognition for your hard work includes:

• Benefits eligibility begins the 1st of the month after start date 
• Health care eligibility - including medical, dental, vision, prescription and telemedicine 
• Wellness program 
• Short and long-term disability insurance 
• Life and AD&D insurance 
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Account (HSA) 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• 401(k) plan 
• Direct deposit 
• Tuition reimbursement program 
• Paid Vacation 

Join us, and be part of a diverse, innovative and highly collaborative team. An inclusive workplace that allows people to thrive. Inclusion is foundational for our Epiroc culture. We want all our people to have a strong sense of belonging. As we work in diverse teams across geographies, cultures, and professional areas, inclusive behavior is something we expect from ourselves and each other. We are continually looking for ways to strengthen our inclusive culture.

A place where we all matter. Epiroc’s diversity approach is holistic, and our goal is to continue attracting, developing and retaining talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.

Employment at Epiroc is “at-will,” which means that either you or the company can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without prior notice, and for any reason not prohibited by statute, in accordance with state and federal guidelines. All employment is continued on that basis. No supervisor, manager or executive of the company, other than the General Manager in a signed writing, has any authority to alter the foregoing. Signature of this document serves as acknowledgment of receipt and does not create a contract of employment.

Epiroc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-HP1 #LI-Onsite

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