Inventory Control Specialist at PepsiCo in US-FL-Miami Gardens

Job description

• In this position, you’ll oversee all key inventory operations within our 1NA Mixing Center and work closely with our third-party logistics (3PL) partner. You’ll be at the forefront of launching and implementing inventory processes for this new site, while ensuring operational excellence from day one.
• Who You Are: You’re a strategic, hands-on individual with a passion for operations and inventory, and a drive to deliver results. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are excited by the opportunity to shape the future of PepsiCo’s supply chain.

Responsibilities

• As the Warehouse Inventory Control Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in driving operational excellence, team development, and strategic 3PL partnerships. Your responsibilities will include:
• Leadership & Team Development
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Build a high-performing team capable of solving day-to-day challenges and achieving long-term goals.
• 3PL & Operational Excellence
• Work closely with the 3PL inventory team, ensuring adherence to business processes, and all inventory compliance.
• Partner with 3PL on the new site startup, implementation, and execution
• Drive improvements in waste performance, product damage, and inventory loss through strategic planning and collaboration.
• Inventory & Process Management
• Ensure accurate inventory rotation and old age management.
• Leverage WMS and Spotlight Optimization tools to enhance warehouse zoning and task interleaving.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and corporate policies, including safety, accounting, and purchasing.
• Customer Service & Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Ensure on-time delivery aligned with Requested/Scheduled Arrival Dates.
• Build strong relationships across the Power of One network, including PBC bottlers, Co-Packers, Repacker, PBNA/PFNA COE’s, and MFG.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve operational issues and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Work closely with our National Inventory Team (NIT).
• Responsibilities include management of all order processing from receipt in SAP through movement into WMS and any subsequent changes until the order is loaded and shipped.
• Directly accountable for the management of orders to ensure the highest levels of customer service (product availability, order fill rate, and on-time delivery).
• Pull Inventory in region based on reporting.
• Work processes for all returned product to the facility.
• Processing of orders as they interface between SAP, WMS and Spotlight.
• Active involvement with customer service, planning, inventory control, transportation scheduling and warehouse operations to understand the timing and volume requirements to manage the on-time shipment of orders.
• Follow standardized processes for interacting with distribution center and plant personnel; engage management when customization or changes to these processes is needed.
• Identify and resolve customer order & inventory replenishment issues, within the scope and authority of the position.
• The ability to quickly learn and effectively utilize and maintain order processing systems (SAP).
• Perform daily reports as needed
• Review product availability holds and current inventory available
• Manage SAP MDT updates in accordance with Beverage Integration Leads weekly reporting.
• Cross train and provide coverage when appropriate for Inventory Control Team.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• We’re looking for a results-driven leader with a passion for operations and innovation. The ideal candidate will have:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Experience: Two-Four years of experience with inventory, logistics, customer service or related supply chain function.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead key initiatives, influence across functions, and drive results in a fast-paced, startup-like environment while leading with a mindset to exceed all Objectives/Metrics.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with WMS, SAP, transportation systems, and labor management systems.
• Strategic Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Communication: Ability to influence in a matrixed environment.
• Flexibility: Comfortable working in unstructured environments and making quick, informed decisions.

Skills

Required

• Familiarity with WMS
• SAP
• transportation systems
• labor management systems
• Strategic mindset
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Making quick, informed decisions

Benefits

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $60,600 - $94,450.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.