ALTIVIA Hiring for Network & Inventory Lead at Houston, TX Full Time

The Network & Inventory Lead will be accountable for all inventory and intra-network supply for ALTIVIA. This position will report to the Supply Chain Director and will be located in Houston, TX.

Job Responsibilities and Organization:

• Oversee and manage inventories and inventory control process for all plant sites and terminals
• Maintain physical count and ERP system inventory accuracy and monitor and control inventory
• Establish inventory levels by product and location in collaboration with commercial team
• Coordinate efficient size and timing of terminal restock shipments
• Develop and implement models to manage restocking and inventory levels at each terminal and plant site
• Locate terminals and assist in negotiating storage contracts for tanks and warehouses
• Create processes and methods to gather supply chain data, ensure proper transactions in ERP system Chempax
• Track KPI’s and report on supply chain performance to management
• Evaluate vendor operations (e.g. freight forwarders, packagers) according to quality standards
• Develop requirements and standards (e.g. packaging, procurement, delivery)
• Account for receipts of new items, returns, back-orders and associated issues, and inputs essential data on all the handled materials, while adhering to strict accounting and auditing procedures
• Research partner companies and seek to negotiate best-price contracts to increase business revenue
• Maintain a friendly and professional relationship with vendors while promoting company initiatives and values
• Coordinate delivery schedules and other supply chain activities; schedule terminal restocking with plant
• Seek to improve all aspects of the supply chain department by reviewing current methodology and processes
• Analyze data to identify problematic areas and suggest improvements
• Plan and implement supply chain optimization projects (e.g. warehouse-slotting, route planning)
• Collect data on scheduling procedures and production output from plant sites
• Work with commercial team to refine consensus demand plan and methodology
• Analyze and report transit times, inventory turn cycles, and prepare data and presentations for management
• Investigate problem, find root causes, and develop solutions and respond to corrective actions as identified
• Monitor contract compliance logistics service providers; validate all third party service provider billings

Prepare monthly reports on operational and financial metrics and present to management

Requirements

• Tracking commitments and approvals, managing the sequence of activities
• Attention to detail, thoroughness, and organization
• Data analysis, Excel proficiency, and general arithmetic / numeracy
• Computer proficiency and efficient quantity & quality of work product
• Vendor relationships
• Proactive and clear communication: verbally, in writing, and in business presentations
• Initiative to identify, create, and sustain work processes
• Critical thinking, strong work ethic, and an action orientation
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, or business preferred
• Previous supply chain experience preferred
• Previous experience with ERP systems, such as Chempax or SAP, preferred

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan & Company Match
• Paid Time Off – Sick & Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays