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Red Wing Shoe Co Inc Cycle Counting Specialist in Red Wing, Minnesota
Company Description Watch here to see what it'slike to work at Red Wing Shoe Company. Red Wing Shoe Company is based in Red Wing, Minnesota, just 40 minutes from St. Paul, where our corporate office sits along the Mississippi River in downtown Red Wing. We are a global company with 2300 employees around the world, but we maintain a close-knitfamily atmosphere that comes with being a privately-held company. We're rich in history and tradition, but innovation drives us to deliver best-in-class product solutions and highly rated customer experiences. Focuson our employees and company culture results in meaningful employee engagement across the organization. Our Guiding Behaviorsof Living our Values, Honoring our Brands, Inspiring our People, Centering on our Customers, and Preserving the long term success and legacy of our Company are the foundation on which we build our future. Job Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Inventory - Point person for Cycle counts and Root Cause investigations of variances at assigned sites. Monitor inventory movements and interdepartmental moves. Measure performance of Inventory accuracy and underlying causes of errors. Assess and cross-functionally communicate inventory variances to ensure that they are properly accounted for and charged to the correct accounts. Assist in reviewing and maintaining Inventory internal controls. Review inventory transaction codes and request necessary changes/additions within Movex to improve system efficiency/accuracy. Review and verify process flows for materials and make recommendations to improve efficiency. Maintain analysis of negative balances and root causes including BOM issues and assuring substitution forms are properly completed on the line. Point person for Inventory adjustment questions and requests. Work with Plant Management to ensure cycle counts and year-end physical inventories are completed in accordance with established procedures. Work with Warehouse and Production management and hourly employees to review inventory receiving/shipping processes and conduct monthly audits to ensure company documented processes are being followed. Complete the Movex transactions required for operations support. Manufacturing - Perform detailed research, reporting and troubleshooting of manufacturing variances. Process Improvements - Recommend and implement system and inventory process/tool changes to improve accuracy of inventory and reporting. Annual Physical Inventory - Assist with the annual physical inventory including but not limited to preparing count sheets and coordinating personnel to conduct counts of raw material and WIP. Special Projects - Lead and/or participate on LEAN Project Teams to improve inventory and manufacturing processes (e.g., reducing inventory, improving accuracy, improving material flow). OTHER DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain quality service by establishing, following and enforcing organization quality system standards. Uphold Red Wing Shoe Company's core values (Respect, Integrity, Excellence, and Community). Continue to develop technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, classes, or programs. Adhere to all RWSC policies, procedures and expectations. Complete other duties as assigned from time to time by your manager. Qualifications EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE Associate degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management or related field preferred or 6 months to 2 years of relevant experience (inventory management, procurement, etc...) in place of degree. ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Basic knowledge of manufacturing (footwear industry preferred) Good Listening, Verbal/Written Communication and Collaboration Skills Drive for Results and Superior Execution Skills (attention to detail) Strong computer skills especially in Microsoft Excel Strong Analytical Skills Strong demonstrated ability to identify problems, develop and implement solutions. Ability to work effectively in stressful situations. Workin knowledge of LEAN manufacturing REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OR KNOWLEDGE: ASCM (formerly APICS) certification a plus Additional Information Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in completing an application may contactrwsc.recruitment@redwingshoes.comor call 651-388-8211. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP athttps://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check. Red Wing Shoe Company, Inc. is a drug-free workplace. Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Videos To Watchhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-k58O0zrMA All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.