Process Improvement Manager at Medline Industries, Inc. in Mundelein, Illinois

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The Process Improvement and Training Manager in Inventory Control is responsible for executing the strategy to improve our processes, and the rollout of effective Training plans, all for the Inventory Control organization. This individual contributor position is expected to collaborate with multiple departments and work across regions and divisions. This position is also responsible for documenting standard operating procedures and improvements, change management, and to obtain the expected results set by the Senior Manager of this team.

This position requires expertise in Inventory Control practices, and an ability to teach others. This position is also expected to drive change based on data, and study ways to improve our results to increase inventory accuracy, reduce inventory adjustments, or make necessary changes to other aspects of the process.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze current state of processes and procedures in order to create recommended process improvement initiatives that optimize inventory control processes, increase efficiency, and reduce waste while delivering value to the organization.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions that meet inventory control requirements and drive process improvements.


• Develop and maintain process documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and compliance while assessing their value.


• Provide change management support and training to ensure successful adoption of inventory control process improvements.


• Continuously monitor and evaluate inventory management processes to identify opportunities for further improvements and assess their value.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Associate degree or equivalent work experience

Work Experience

At least 7 years of project management and/or training experience.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Expertise in SAP and WMS.

Demonstrated attention to detail and analytic skills.

Experience identifying operational issues and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems.

Position requires travel 30-50% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).