Inventory Manager, Amazon Manufacturing Services

Amazon.com Services LLC - A57•2h ago

United StatesOnsiteFull-timeManager Level5+ yrs exp

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AMS seeks an Inventory Manager to own the flow and control of material across multiple facilities. You are accountable for kitting, materials consumption
inventory control end to end, from receiving and put-away through staging kits for production, tracking what is consumed on the floor
keeping inventory records accurate across raw materials, hardware and purchased components, consumables, work in process
finished goods. Key job responsibilities Team Leadership and Function Ownership
Lead and develop the inventory and kitting team across SEA109 and BFI1, including hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and day-to-day priorities
Own the standard work, procedures, and metrics for kitting, consumption, and inventory control, and drive them consistently at both sites
Foster a safety-first culture and enforce material handling, storage, and equipment safety protocols Kitting and Bin System
Design and stand up the kitting and bin system at both sites from the ground up, including bin layouts, point-of-use locations, kit cart and container standards, labeling, and transaction flow
Build quality in by design through point-of-use presentation, error-proofing, clear identification, and first-in-first-out control, so the right material reaches the right job in the right condition
Run the kitting operation so complete, accurate kits are staged on time, coordinating release with the Production Planner to match the build and shipping schedule
Set kit accuracy and on-time delivery targets and improve the system with data as products and volumes change Material Availability and Consumption
Own material availability so the lines always have what they need, treating a line-down for missing material as a top-priority failure
Set and maintain reorder points, safety stock, and min and max levels tuned to usage and lead times, manage point-of-use replenishment, and drive shortage recovery with purchasing
Track consumption in the ERP, reconcile to work orders and bills of material, and drive down loss, miscount, and unrecorded usage
Report consumption and demand trends to planning and purchasing, balancing availability against inventory investment Inventory Control and Accuracy
Own inventory accuracy across raw materials, purchased components, consumables, work in process, and finished goods at both sites
Run the cycle count and physical inventory program, resolve discrepancies, and maintain record accuracy to target
Maintain storage locations, labeling, and 5S standards, and manage work-in-process and finished goods locations, including buffer, controlling aging, obsolescence, and excess
Partner with Buyers, the Production Planner, and Supply Chain Manager on inventory levels and long-lead coverage, and manage turns and working capital Deviation Control, Quality, and Continuous Improvement
Own the identification, segregation, and disposition of material deviations, working with the Quality Manager so only accepted material reaches the floor
Investigate root cause and put controls in place to prevent recurrence, using deviation data to hold suppliers and internal processes accountable
Maintain accurate item, SKU, location, and bill-of-material data in the ERP and purchasing system, with barcoding and documentation that support traceability and ISO 9001 compliance
Analyze inventory and kitting metrics such as record accuracy, kit fill rate, stockouts, variance
lead continuous improvement of the function About the team Amazon Manufacturing Services is an internal Amazon service specializing in the production of high-quality components through additive manufacturing (3D printing), CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, powder coating
assembly. We serve design engineers, product developers, operations engineers
retail product concept testing teams across Amazon.
3+ years of with Excel experience - 4+ years of supply chain, inventory management or project management experience - Bachelor's degree, or 3+ years of professional or military experience
Knowledge of the principles of statistical inventory control - Experience with process improvement techniques such as Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability
other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications
location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off
parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, WA, Seattle - 82,700.00 - 128,300.00 USD annually