Lead, Inventory

Sandvik Mining & Rock, the leading global supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining industry, currently has 1 opening for Inventory Lead on our 1st shift at 5:30AM. 

As the Inventory Lead, you will be responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy.  Ensure that inventory entries and adjustments are reflected accurately in the warehouse management system. Direct team members and resolve inventory issues. 

Main Responsibilities: 

Direct, coordinate and assist in physical inventory, including auditing and monitoring cycle counts 

Maintain accurate records of all audits, counts, and adjustments. Confirm completion of cycle count activity daily 

Trouble shoot and analyze inventory issues/discrepancies and process accurate inventory adjustments to match physical inventory movement and analyze results of counts to initiate permanent corrective actions 

Ensure that all operational reporting is completed and made available via applicable Sandvik systems. This includes but is not limited to LPS, unconfirmed and nil picks reporting. 

Drives and partners with cross-functional teams to develop and implement approved changes 

Monitors and directs the work of others 

Makes decisions and communicates work practices, procedures, and methods to associates as required 

Warehouse administration and housekeeping 

Other duties as assigned 

Leads task teams 

Leads small task teams in the warehouse to achieve the daily outcomes required. This includes: 

Allocation of responsibilities to individual team members 

Provision of backup support to all team members as required 

Provision of on the job coaching and guidance as and when necessary 

Answering technical queries of team members as required 

Experience: 

3-6 years warehousing and inventory experience. Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory 

completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment. 

Working knowledge of warehouse management system (preferably Blue Yonder or SAP) or plant systems, processes and procedures. 

Strong Excel and decision-making skills 

Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate with associates/customers. 

Ability to work specific shift, knowledge of commonly-used concepts’, practices and procedures, read, understand and follow directions/instructions/work procedures/safety rules, operate various office equipment as needed, perform simple math calculations, operate basic document and spreadsheet software. 

High School or equivalent experience. Post-secondary education/training in business or supply chain discipline would be of advantage. 

English Proficiency: Intermediate (CEFR B1/ Completed EF level 6) 

Benefits   

Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package including a competitive package of health, dental and disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. In addition, we provide opportunities for professional competence development and training, as well as opportunities for career advancement.   

Compensation    

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base salary range for this position is $22.00-$24.00 exclusive of fringe benefits and shift differentials.  

How to Apply 

For immediate consideration, please apply online at http://www.sandvik.com/careers/ for the Inventory Lead position. 

Sandvik 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. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.