Inventory Coordinator

**Job Description:** **Job: Inventory Control & Planning Specialist** ------------------------------------------------ **Segment: Royal Canin (Mars, Incorporated) Location: Fremont, NE Shift: Day Shift (Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) Job Type: Full-Time Reporting To: Inventory & Logistics Manager** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- At Royal Canin, our purpose is to make a better world for pets by providing precise health nutrition. The Inventory Control & Planning Specialist is a vital link in this mission, working as part of a dynamic team to manage overall stock levels within our main manufacturing facility and third-party logistics (3PL) partners to ensure 100% of customer orders are fulfilled. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this hybrid coordination and analytical role, you will be responsible for maintaining precise, real-time inventory records for raw materials, packaging elements, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods. By combining daily physical cycle counts with advanced digital systems tracking (SAP, 1Nav, RCLMS, I-track), you will resolve discrepancies, optimize stock levels, prevent production downtime, and foster excellent relationships with both internal operations teams and external warehousing partners. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **Key Responsibilities** ------------------------ **Stock Management & Production Support** ----------------------------------------- * **Inventory Availability:** Ensure adequate stock levels across various packaging elements, raw materials, WIP, and finished goods to fully support day-to-day manufacturing schedules and prevent line downtime. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * **3PL and Warehouse Alignment:** Coordinate physical stock levels, conversion operations, and materials packaging elements across our internal warehouse and primary 3PL partner facilities. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * **Material Transitions:** Manage physical transfers of materials between storage areas and the production floor, ensuring proper labeling, organization, and adherence to First-In, First-Out (FIFO) standards. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **Discrepancy Reconciliation & Systems Tracking** ------------------------------------------------- * **Daily Cycle Counting:** Conduct and oversee routine physical cycle counts and actively support formal annual physical inventory audits. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * **Discrepancy Investigation:** Promptly investigate inventory variances, identify root causes of errors, and reconcile system data to maintain high levels of inventory accuracy. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * **Digital Inventory Administration:** Ensure all receipts, issues, adjustments, and transfers are recorded with strict accuracy in 1Nav, RCLMS, I-track, and SAP systems. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **Analytics, Reporting, & KPIs** -------------------------------- * **Performance Dashboards:** Compile, analyze, and distribute standard inventory reports to plant management. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * **KPI Tracking:** Track key performance indicators (KPI targets vs. actuals) and identify process bottlenecks or materials-handling improvements. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * **Supplier Collaboration:** Communicate inventory replenishment needs and variance trends with Purchasing and Quality assurance teams. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What We Are Looking For (Job Specifications) -------------------------------------------- **Experience & Education** -------------------------- * **Education:** High School Diploma or GED required. --------------------------------------------------- * **Industry Experience:** 2+ years of inventory control, materials planning, or warehouse logistics experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment. Experience within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) or food-manufacturing sector is highly preferred. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * **Technical Systems:** Hands-on proficiency with SAP, 1Nav, RCLMS, or I-track systems is highly desirable. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * **Analytical Skills:** Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (formulas, data organization) and general Microsoft Office applications. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **Key Skills & Competencies** ----------------------------- * **Customer Focus & Communication:** Exceptional communication and customer service skills to build trust, resolve logistical issues, and collaborate with multi-functional teams. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * **Problem Solving:** A structured approach to troubleshooting discrepancies with high attention to detail. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * **Project & Process Management:** Early-stage project management experience, with a process-oriented mindset. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * **Continuous Improvement:** Basic familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or ISO 9001 Quality Management systems is preferred. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * **Certifications:** Forklift certification (or the capability and willingness to obtain certification) is a plus. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **Physical & Environmental Requirements** ----------------------------------------- * Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and climb for extended periods within warehouse environments. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Ability to lift, push, pull, and move materials up to 50 lbs. ------------------------------------------------------------- * Comfort working in active manufacturing, production, and temperature-varied warehouse spaces. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What You Can Expect from Mars & Royal Canin ------------------------------------------- * **Our Five Principles:** Work in an environment where our daily decisions are guided by Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * **A Purpose-Driven Business:** Join a team that is genuinely striving to build a better world for pets and the people who love them. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * **Continuous Learning:** Receive support from day one, including access to world-class training programs through our in-house Mars University. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * **Competitive Compensation:** An industry-competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and eligibility for an annual company performance bonus. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------