Job Description:

About the job

Who We Are…

At L.B. Foster, our culture reflects our passion for integrity, accountability, and safety. We have a long history of providing a safe workplace for our employees, striving to be good stewards of the environment, and establishing strong and respectful relationships with our customers and communities. These fundamentals have provided the foundation upon which we have managed our business for more than a century.

We continue to strengthen our culture with a focus on SPIRIT. Within the company lies a spirit of teamwork and innovation that drives a culture around continuous improvement and high performance.

S - Safety
P - People
I - Integrity
R - Respect
I - Innovation
T - Teamwork

As a leading manufacturer, fabricator, and distributor of products for the transportation, construction, utility, and energy markets with locations in North America and Europe, we have been recognized for achievement in manufacturing excellence, financial growth, and our impressive safety record.

We provide rail, construction, and energy markets with innovative solutions to build and maintain their critical infrastructure and landmark projects worldwide.

To learn more about how we’re keeping the world moving, visit https://www.lbfoster.com/en

Who You Are...

As an Inventory Control Specialist III, this position oversees and monitors the operational activities within the warehouse including inventory, order pulling, product restock, and receiving. Works with peers in operations and other departments to resolve challenges and find solutions that will improve the overall operation. Manage inventory movements and arrange transportation for semi-finished goods between sub-contract operations and Bedford Plant.  Responsible for cycle counts, inventory accuracy and control procedures, related SAP/ERP transaction entries, and works closely with Plant Manager, Production Supervision, Planner/Scheduler, and Supply Chain.

 

1. Oversees the daily activity of inventory control at the Bedford Plant and sub-contract locations


2. Coordinates with Production Planning and Supply Chain to determine material movement requirements between sub-contractors and Bedford Plant


3. Performs necessary SAP/ERP transactions for accurate goods movements and inventory recording in accordance with Item #2 above


4. Maintain and report a real-time snapshot of inventory levels/$ values of all inventories at Bedford Plant and sub-contract locations


5. Audits inventory information, stock status, and inventory balances for accuracy


6. Conducts daily cycle counts and resolves issues identified


7. Monitors productivity and throughput against demand and goals and takes appropriate action to meet demand and goals


8. Develops, implements, and maintains inventory control procedures and processes


9. Develops and implements strategies and procedures for effective control of materials


10. Provides inventory reports and analysis to Management as needed


11. Ensures 5S is in place and maintained


12. Facilitates cross-functional meetings to resolve open issues


13. Performs basic duties of Inventory Control as necessary


14. Travels to Sub-contracts sites as necessary to complete inventory audits and resolve issues.


15. All other duties as assigned.

 

What Do You Need...

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Management, preferred


• 2-year Associates Degree in related field, preferred


• 4-6 years of inventory or warehouse experience


• Proficient in use of ERP system such as Oracle or SAP; transaction code execution and report analysis


• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint


• Proven focus on customer satisfaction and ability to work as part of a diverse team


• Strong verbal and written communication


• Experience with LEAN and 5S

 

Core Competencies:

• Safety Oriented


• Teamwork


• Communication


• Customer Focus


• Integrity & Trust


• Continuous Improvement


• Critical Thinking


• Adaptability


• Accountability


• Attention to Detail

 

The Benefits...

• Medical, dental, vision benefits the first day of the month after hire


• Market-leading 401(k) program with company match


• 100% tuition reimbursement


• Career development and advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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