Inventory Coordinator Clerk - Dawson, GA at Archer Daniels Midland

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Job Description Inventory Coordinator Clerk – Dawson, GA Full-time, Non-Exempt Description: The purpose of this role is to manage, track, and organize materials in order to prevent shortages, reduce overstock, and keep supply chains running efficiently for both internal and external customers. The Inventory Coordinator will work closely with production planning/scheduling as well as production to ensure all materials are picked and staged in order to meet the production schedule, as well as coordinate with other warehouse personnel to coordinate the delivery of finished goods to the warehouse. Additional responsibilities include developing and implementing short and long term processes/procedures for effective and efficient management of contract manufacturing/3PL processes. KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: Adaptability Adapts well to changes in assignments and priorities; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; approaches change positively and adjusts behaviors accordingly. Communication Clearly conveys and receives information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the listener, helps them understand and retain the message, and invites response and feedback. Keeps others informed as appropriate. Demonstrates good written, oral, and listening skills Decision Making/Problem Solving Breaks down problems into components and recognizes interrelationships; makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions. Compares data, information, and input from a variety of sources to draw conclusions; takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences. Managing Work Shows ability to plan, schedule, direct work of self and others; balances task requirements and individual abilities; organizes materials to accomplish tasks; sets challenging yet achievable goals for self and others. Negotiation Effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach agreements and solutions that gain the support and acceptance of all parties. Team Leadership Communicates a vision and inspires motivation; engages with others (direct-reports and peers) in team process to solve problems; works to find a win/win resolution of differences; is aware of how management style impacts staff productivity and development; modifies leadership style to meet situational requirements; helps team stay focused on major goals while managing within a context of multiple directives. Visionary Leadership Keeps the organization’s mission, vision, and values at the forefront of employee decision making and actions; ensures alignment of organization’s strategic plan and company practices with vision, mission and values. DESCRIPTION OF WORK PERFORMED: Maintain accurate inventory and oversee accurate and timely transactions of all inventory movement through the ERP system; this includes entering, picking, staging, shipping, and processing transfer orders; creating and processing of production batch tickets for internal production as well as production at contract manufacturers (addressing/escalating issues as they arise); entering, receiving, and process of transfer orders back to our warehouse Lead or participate in cross-functional teams and work closely with contract manufacturers and 3PL’s to achieve superior levels of performance in quality, delivery, cost management and service Facilitate communication and alignment of contract manufactured items with CD&D, Finance and Operations Ensure all goods produced through and information supplied by internal production teams as well as contract manufacturers and 3PL’s meet quality/food safety requirements, as well as manufacturing process requirements Ensures that all tactical elements of contract manufacturing are accurately and efficiently executed Coordinates movement and storage of raw/packaging materials and finished goods between main warehouse, contract manufacturers, and third p