Neogen

Distribution Manager - Inventory Control

Neogen • $80K — $95K *
Lexington, KY 40517In-Person
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8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 10+ years of relevant experience in distribution management
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Strong interpersonal skills for effective team and management interaction
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Experience in warehouse management procedures and reverse logistics

Responsibilities

  • Ensure a safe working environment for all employees
  • Oversee receiving functions for timely product intake and replenishment
  • Manage product returns and inventory processes
  • Develop and maintain operational procedures and documentation
  • Track labor expenses and manage budgets for warehouse operations
  • Inspect and maintain quality assurance for products
  • Coordinate with corporate procurement on carrier pricing

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Participatory culture that emphasizes safety and continuous improvement
  • Supportive work environment focusing on employee retention
  • Involvement in strategic decision-making and business planning
Full Job Description
Neogen is looking for a Distribution Manager in our Inventory Control area that would be responsible for managing all inventory related functions of Neogen's Animal Safety Distribution center.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Warehouse Management (personally or through subordinate personnel):
  • Insure a safe working environment for employees;
  • Track direct labor expenses;
  • Manage receiving functions to ensure timely product receipts and replenishment;
  • Manage processing of product returns from customers;
  • Write and maintain procedures, work instructions and forms related to receiving and reverse logistics;
  • Manage inventories, product transfers and cycle counts;
  • Tracks product scrap and manages destruction;
  • Investigate customer complaints related to areas of responsibility;
  • Implement programs to minimize receiving, transferring and replenishment errors.
  • Maintain locations and planogram of product in warehouse;
  • Coordinate equipment maintenance schedule with facilities team;
  • Participate with corporate procurement on pricing with freight carriers; and,
  • Oversee housekeeping requirements for the warehouse;
  • Manage receipt of products into inventory;
  • Coordinate release of products from quarantine with QA;
  • Oversee quality assurance function for buy-sell items and those produced under contract manufacturing arrangement;
  • Create and maintain online system for dock appointments and deliveries;
  • Create KPI's for departments and work with subordinates to promote a culture of continual improvement


MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Recruit, hire, train, coach and retain staffing.
  • Expect. Inspect and Take remedial action when needed.
  • Conduct performance appraisals, address complaints and resolve problems.
  • Carry on responsibilities in accordance with the company's policies and applicable state and local laws.
  • Participate in divisional safety committee.


ADMINISTRATIVE/REPORTING:
  • Participate in department, staff and monthly management meetings.
  • Business planning and annual budgeting.
  • Misc. reports & projects as directed by management


EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • Ten years plus related professional experience and a clear understanding of distribution management.
  • Microsoft Excel experience
  • Ability to interface successfully with management and subordinates.
  • Strong capability to work independently and as a team member.

About Neogen

Neogen Corporation is a publicly traded company that develops and markets products for food and animal safety. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Lansing, Michigan. Neogen's products include diagnostic test kits for foodborne pathogens, allergens, and drugs, as well as veterinary instruments and pharmaceuticals. The company's customers include food and beverage producers, animal producers, and veterinary clinics. Neogen has operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and Asia. The company has been recognized for its innovation and has received numerous awards for its products and services.
Learn more about Neogen
Size
1,841 employees
Market Cap
$3.2 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
$60.2 million
Founded
1982
5 Year Trend
+8%
Revenue
$433.2 million
NASDAQ
NEOG
* Ladders Estimates

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