Inventory Coordinator

Req ID: 8676

Working Location: TENNESSEE, BARTLETT

Workplace Flexibility: Onsite

For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. 

Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.

Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:

Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.

Learn more about Life at Olympus.

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Job Description

The position is responsible for the complete ownership of inventory accounting within the Bartlett Facility and the Cycle Count Program in addition to auditing, supporting, and controlling inventory within the four walls. This role also acts as liaison between RA/QA, Business Groups, Outbound and Inbound staff to coordinate all physical and system inventory transactions that pertain to regulatory issues, WMi Item Master updates, shortages, returned inventory, damages/disposals, slotting, location type availability and size to improve efficiencies while maintaining Inventory Integrity.

Job Duties

Accurately coordinates and completes all processes related to the flow of inventory throughout transfers, work orders, kitting, cycle counts, etc.
Oversee and train personnel in all aspects of Inventory Control including directing them in prioritizing activities and achieving MBO and daily targets related to Inventory Control.
Prepare and issue cycle counts based on schedule. Perform data entry, identify variances, issue recounts, analyze results, investigate unresolved variances, and make approved adjustments as necessary. Notify Supervisor/Manager of inventory discrepancies (i.e., picking errors, inventory shortages). Submit variances to Manager/Supervisor for approval.
Develop and enforce effective standard operating procedures for department as necessary with regard to Inventory Handling.
Participates in internal and external audits.
Monitor PACKLOCN and reconciliation locations and work with internal groups to resolve issues and prevent reoccurrence.
Address and coordinate with RA/QA on quality issues which include verifying, segregating and returning stock where applicable.
Responsible for all WMi location creation and deletion. Overseeing and ensuring that inventory is stored in appropriate product status/SLOC.
Process Return to Vendor and Destruction orders as requested. Coordinate receipt of all necessary paperwork needed to initiate and confirm destruction orders.
Work with Outbound and Inbound groups to resolve shortage, replenishment and put away issues. Makes recommendations to Management for improvements.
Initiates process flow evaluation and improvements as needed to ensure inventory slotting is optimal in creating the most efficient flow throughout the operation.
Provide support for identifying & implementing such improvements.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of five years’ experience in warehousing/distribution with emphasis on Inventory Control preferred, or equivalent knowledge.

Preferred:

Possess the ability to work productively, efficiently & effectively with initiative and drive under tight time schedules and pressure while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
Working knowledge and understanding of WMi and SAP systems with the ability to learn and adapt to a new system as applicable.
Skilled in MS Excel, Showcase, and WASP Labeler Program.
Excellent organizational and follow-through skills.
Must have a positive attitude, excellent communication skills with focus on teamwork and rapid problem resolution.
Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Mathematical Skills, Organizational Skills.
Proficient knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office, other software PC skills a plus.
Mandatory overtime hours required when necessary to support the business needs.
The ability to operate a forklift truck and to lift 50lbs.

Why join Olympus?

We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

Equitable Offerings you can count on:

Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
12 Paid Holidays
On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**

Connected Culture you can embrace:

Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
Diversity Equity & Inclusion Initiatives including Employee Resource Groups
Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
Paid Educational Assistance

*US Only

**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

Are you ready to be a part of our team?

Learn more about our benefit and incentives.

At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.

For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com.

Olympus is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace

We recognize diversity in people, views and lifestyle choices and emphasize the importance of inclusion and mutual respect. We strive to continue to foster empathy and unity in the workplace so that our employees can fully contribute and thrive.

Let’s realize your potential, together.

It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Applicants with Disabilities:

As a Federal Contractor, Olympus is committed to ensuring our hiring process is accessible to everyone. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application or hiring process, please contact Olympus via email at OCAAccommodations@olympus.com. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).

Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Tennessee (US-TN) || Bartlett || Supply Chain

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