Job Description

The targeted hiring range for this full-time position is $40,400 - $52,500 depending on qualifications; however, the expanded salary range provides opportunities for advancement. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and job location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, competencies, experience, and relevant education, training or a combination of these things and market demand. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and benefits for your location during the hiring process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inventory –

• Point person for Cycle counts and Root Cause investigations of variances at assigned sites.
• Monitor inventory movements and interdepartmental moves.
• Measure performance of Inventory accuracy and underlying causes of errors.
• Assess and cross-functionally communicate inventory variances to ensure that they are properly accounted for and charged to the correct accounts.
• Assist in reviewing and maintaining Inventory internal controls.
• Review inventory transaction codes and request necessary changes/additions within Movex to improve system efficiency/accuracy.
• Review and verify process flows for materials and make recommendations to improve efficiency.
• Maintain analysis of negative balances and root causes including BOM issues and assuring substitution forms are properly completed on the line.
• Point person for Inventory adjustment questions and requests.
• Work with Plant Management to ensure cycle counts and year-end physical inventories are completed in accordance with established procedures.
• Work with Warehouse and Production management and hourly employees to review inventory receiving/shipping processes and conduct monthly audits to ensure company documented processes are being followed.
• Complete the Movex transactions required for operations support.

Manufacturing –

• Perform detailed research, reporting and troubleshooting of manufacturing variances.

Process Improvements –

• Recommend and implement system and inventory process/tool changes to improve accuracy of inventory and reporting.

Annual Physical Inventory –

• Assist with the annual physical inventory including but not limited to preparing count sheets and coordinating personnel to conduct counts of raw material and WIP.

Special Projects –

• Lead and/or participate on LEAN Project Teams to improve inventory and manufacturing processes (e.g., reducing inventory, improving accuracy, improving material flow).

OTHER DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain quality service by establishing, following and enforcing organization quality system standards.
• Uphold Red Wing Shoe Company’s core values (Respect, Integrity, Excellence, and Community).
• Continue to develop technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, classes, or programs.
• Adhere to all RWSC policies, procedures and expectations.
• Complete other duties as assigned from time to time by your manager.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Associate degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management or related field preferred or 6 months to 2 years of relevant experience (inventory management, procurement, etc…) in place of degree.

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic knowledge of manufacturing (footwear industry preferred)
• Good Listening, Verbal/Written Communication and Collaboration Skills
• Drive for Results and Superior Execution Skills (attention to detail)
• Strong computer skills especially in Microsoft Excel
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Strong demonstrated ability to identify problems, develop and implement solutions.
• Ability to work effectively in stressful situations.
• Working knowledge of LEAN manufacturing

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OR KNOWLEDGE:

• ASCM (formerly APICS) certification a plus

Additional Information

Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in completing an application may contact rwsc.recruitment@redwingshoes.com or call 651-388-8211.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP at https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check.

Red Wing Shoe Company, Inc. is a drug-free workplace.

Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please.

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)