Description
At Astec-Enterprise Park, formerly known as Roadtec, our mission is to design, build, and capitalize on the most innovative solutions and products for the industries and customers we serve globally. Our employees thrive in a safe and team-oriented work environment where they are empowered to make suggestions for operational and sustainability enhancements. With safety as our first core value, we take pride in developing talent and invest in training, protective equipment, and technology for continuous improvement. If you share our dedication to advancement and quality services, we'd love to have you join us!
Are you an experienced professional in inventory management looking for an opportunity to lead a dynamic team? ASTEC Industries is seeking a dedicated individual to take on the role of Inventory Control Lead. In this position, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our department, including preparing and managing reports, and handling any additional tasks as required. Key deliverables include conducting inventory cycle counts, collaborating with the inventory controls manager to ensure compliance with organizational policies and laws, executing and reconciling physical inventories, monitoring inventory issues and implementing effective resolutions, and achieving procurement goals while supporting others within established protocols.
What You'll Do:

• Monitor and maintain current inventory levels and associated paperwork.
• Handle daily inventory control transactions, including adjustments, discrepancies, and vendor returns.
• Coordinate with stockroom personnel and purchasing departments to ensure timely expense inventory replenishment.
• Manage build-ahead parts inventory by initiating and overseeing job openings to replenish stock as needed for major projects and sales orders, considering seasonal demand fluctuations.
• Generate reports related to inventory values, raw materials, quantity and value adjustments, count discrepancies, etc.
• Provide daily support for the cycle count program, including determining cycle count rows, analyzing discrepancies, inputting counts, and reconciling discrepancies.
• Support all aspects of Physical Inventory, including maintaining raw material books, cycle count sheets, tags, coordinating inventory sheets distribution, problem-solving, updating counts, and finalizing inventory closure.
• Demonstrate proficiency in preparing routine administrative paperwork.
• Monitor and maintain current inventory levels, tracking batches and associated paperwork.
• Collaborate with all Astec departments to enforce proper inventory control procedures.

Why You'll Love Working for Us:

• Health, Dental, Vision- Day 1 Eligibility
• Life, and Spousal Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• PTO
• Employee Wellness Programs, Tuition Aid, and Employee Assistance

What We Need from You:

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required with a minimum of 4 years of experience.
• Two years of inventory control experience in a support-related role is desirable.
• Must have at least two years of experience using MS Word and Windows, Excel, and Outlook.
• General familiarity with Epicor inventory and material transactions is preferred.
• Strong telephone etiquette is essential for handling customer and employee calls.
• Typing speed of 45 to 55 words per minute is required.
• Must be able to work well under pressure with deadlines and effectively collaborate within a team.

ASTEC is a Drug Free Workplace, Affirmative Action, and Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
At ASTEC, we value diversity and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We recognize that some highly qualified women may not apply for roles due to systemic barriers. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, and are committed to providing a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates.