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Inventory Manager

@ Accelerated Mobile Power
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Ponca City, Oklahoma, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Manage inventory, Conduct audits, Plan materials
Requirements Summary:Inventory management experience in manufacturing; ERP management/implementations; high school diploma with preferred bachelor’s degree; legal work authorization in the United States; valid driver’s license; ability to pass pre-employment screenings.
Technical Tools Mentioned:ERP systems
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Job Description

Inventory Manager



Job Description



 



Department: Manufacturing



Job Status: Full-Time



FLSA Status: Salary-Exempt



Reports To: VP and CFO



Location: Ponca City, OK



Amount of Travel Required: up to 10%



Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.



Positions Supervised: Inventory



 



POSITION DESCRIPTION



The Inventory Manager at Mertz Integration is responsible for the end to end management of the inventory control and movement functions. This role ensures that all manufacturing departments have the necessary materials to maintain seamless project progression. The ideal candidate will balance cost efficiency with the high quality standards required for inventory tracking compliance and production needs.



 



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS



(The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "may")




  • Formulates and institutes procedures for the direction and control of physical inventories, the adequacy of the physical count, and the valuation and recording of the results.

  • Maintains a system of production reporting to monitor inventory transactions.

  • Manages the preparation and implementation of short  and long range inventory plans for raw materials, work in process and finished goods to minimize material cost and meet delivery dates.

  • Prepares various reports on the status of jobs in progress, negative inventory balances, items received, inventory adjustments and inventory turnover.

  • Prepares periodic reports or other data for presentation to the management to show the record of achievement concerning established goals, recommended improvements, personnel requirements and other related issues.

  • Maintains effective inventory organization for the company, which includes the selection, training and motivation of assigned personnel who show a high degree of maturity, capability, creativity and professionalism.

  • Establishes and recommends approval of budgets for the inventory control department and maintains necessary control to keep expenditures within budgetary limitations.

  • Oversee the storage and distribution of materials. 

  • Conduct regular audits and physical cycle counts to ensure perpetual inventory accuracy, minimizing discrepancies that could stall high priority projects. 

  • Collaborate with Product Managers and Department Supervisors to translate customer delivery requirements into actionable material strategies. 

  • Establish lead times for each operation (cutting, machining, welding) to have material available to meet promised customer shipping dates. 

  • Oversee the warehouse facilities and material handling equipment to ensure safe and efficient movement of heavy fabricated goods, including plans and effective management of forklifts.  

  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and safety in accordance with Mertz Integration’s mission and policies.

  • Ensure appropriate training materials, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and work instructions are evergreen and employees are properly trained.

  • Perform other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.