Job Title: Inventory Control Specialist
The Inventory Control Specialist will be part of the Supply Chain function, reporting to the Logistics Manager. The primary focus will be on stock management and 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) activities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Monthly stock reconciliation:
o Collect end-of-month stock reports from 3PLs for IBSA CH and IBSA ITA.
o Compare data with IBSA's SAP records and identify discrepancies.
o Investigate causes for differences, involving the sales team, customer care, and 3PLs as needed.
o Apply corrections to ensure accurate reconciliation, collaborating with responsible functions for SAP transactions.
o In cases of unexplained stock differences, coordinate with controlling to perform a stock adjustment.
* Other 3PL management tasks:
o Monitor and check expiring or obsolete goods at 3PLs, based on agreed QAA (Quality Acceptance Criteria), on a monthly basis.
o Support the Logistics Manager in defining and renewing contracts with 3PLs.
o Identify and monitor cost-saving initiatives.
o Develop and track KPIs for regular performance evaluation of 3PLs' warehouse management.
o Assist in preparing the Annual Review report for all managed 3PLs.
o Provide support for trading affiliates' stock reconciliation, when required.
o Oversee stock reconciliation processes and results for trading affiliates.
Requirements:
* Minimum 5 years of experience in the field.
* Previous experience in a similar role and international companies.
* Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering management, or related fields.
* Excellent knowledge of SAP 4HANA.
* Very good English language skills (C1 Level).
* Very good Microsoft Office (Excel) skills.
* Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
Workplace: IBSA Institut Biochimique SA, Collina d'Oro, Ticino.