Material Handler, Lead Inventory Management (Carlsbad/Orla) (Maintenance)

The Lead Material Handler is responsible for recommending, implementing, and enforcing controls that insure the accurate and timely accounting for all activities related to warehouse/inventory management.  This position will generate meaningful reports that drive cost improvements and improve operating efficiency.  Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

This position includes:

Ø  Retention Bonus

Ø  Hourly Premium Adjustment Pay

• Coordinate warehousing operations, including the ordering, receiving, storage and distribution of equipment and materials. Maintain tracking of equipment/parts sent for repairs.
• Authorize and coordinate work performed by contracted area shops for repairs/exchange of remanufactured parts used in plants and gathering systems.
• Identify and locate suitable surplus for reuse within the company.
• Manage inventory, including working with Operations in setting-up new items, review and correct existing items, and provide support and assistance in searching for inventory stock across locations.  Must be comfortable using ERP software to conduct search.
• Provide support for Operations and Accounting in completing monthly inventory reconciliation process and periodic physical inventory count.
• Maintain Oracle warehouse data, conducts physical inventory audits of warehouse accounts, reconciles with accounting systems and prepares material transfers for movement or disposal.
• Develop a methodology to determine, setup, Manage and maintain critical spare parts inventory.
• Work closely with technicians and supervision to identify and anticipate materials needed for upcoming and ongoing work.
• Act quickly to order parts and make decision in ordering emergency parts or supplies.
• Serve as subject matter expert for Enterprise Products' inventory control procedures, provide guidance and support for Operations in managing critical spare parts inventory in the field. 
• Review inventory data and generate reports as directed.
• Monitor for potential obsolete material and make recommendations to Operations on opportunities to eliminate unneeded inventory or consolidate inventory across locations.
• Support the asset recovery program as needed.
• Organize and set up physical inventory to optimize efficiency and parts needs.

The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications: 

• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required.
• A minimum of 8 years inventory control or warehouse management experience is required.
• Must have working knowledge of how physical inventory audits are conducted.
• Must have working knowledge of standard accounting practices and procedures as it relates to inventory transfer.
• Must be articulate, organized, and detailed-oriented, as well as possess strong mathematical aptitude.
• Must be able to produce understandable and accurate reports and records.
• Excellent communication skills is required.
• Experience with Indus EMPAC or Oracle is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and contribute to the success of the group.
• PC literate with good skills in Microsoft Office applications; strong Excel skills is required.
• Ability to work with field, administrative and accounting personnel.
• Knowledge of shipping and freight practices.
• Able to develop and maintain spreadsheets and keep good records.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work and communicate with all levels of staff.
• This position requires on-call, afterhours, and weekend work.

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