Avenger Flight Group, a leading Flight Training service provider to the airline-pilot training industry, is rapidly expanding in the Dallas/Ft Worth area and is in need of a dedicated Inventory Control Specialist for their DFW Training Centers.
The right candidate will be responsible for helping to establish an inventory management system for spare parts and documentation. The specialist will be responsible to conduct periodic audits ensuring critical spares are available. The specialist will be required to work with a cross functional team to identify parts requirements. Occasional shipping of components out to our other training centers and to manufacturers will be required.
Job Responsibilities:
Under general supervision from a supervisor or manager, primary tasks include (but are not limited to):
- As parts and components are received, ensure that they are tracked and recorded in our inventory software, and communication is made to relevant parties (i.e., technicians for installation and test)
- Develop locations for new parts/spares, and clearly label them and record the locations in the electronic software
- Advise if certain components fall below a critical level, and advise of reordering requirements
- Periodically perform an audit of all spares to ensure accuracy
- Provides routine management data regarding inventory performance, which involves evaluating and monitoring usage and cost of components, supplies, and tooling
- Periodically organize and maintain the inventory floor area to ensure efficient material, components, and tooling handling
- Suggest improvements to the inventory control process
- Become a subject matter expert on component location for quick access, as it is important in our industry to find and install components very quickly to minimize customer downtime of devices
- Perform miscellaneous work-related duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- Must possess high school diploma at a minimum
- Associates degree or higher in Logistics or Procurement preferred
- Excellent problem-solving skills and detail oriented
- Ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision
- Excellent organizational skills
- Relevant professional qualifications or suitable background experience in controlling inventory and purchasing (Materials Requirements Planning - MRP), preferred 2-3 years’ experience
- Proficient computer skills, including experience in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel required
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to maintain excellent working relationships with cross functional teams
- Generally work four 10-hour days (off on Fridays), but flexibility to work additional as needed, including weekends
- Able to lift and carry 50 pounds, and operate a pallet jack
If you are interested in this position, please apply using the following link: https://secure.entertimeonline.com/ta/CBIZ752aa.careers?ApplyToJob=436574274
