Job Description

It's not just about your career or job title... It's about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it's for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you're in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.
The site Inventory Controller is responsible for individual site material and inventory management as well as Goods in, Goods Out and subcontractor management. This position will be responsible for supporting procurement, delivery and storage of parts.
Duties and Responsibilities:Parts receiving and receipting into site ERP, ensuring all materials is supplied, stored and handled to meet GE and the customer's safety and site requirements; Pick and Book parts against WIP Jobs in a timely manner so that production targets are met; Supporting Technicians in Parts and Billable Tasks for Job Delivery including parts preparation; Coordinate input on site material and hardware shortages, including subcontracted items ensuring timely turnaround of product and effective subcontractor management to prevent delays; Internal transfers of materials or inventory between sites; Stocktakes and cyclical counts; Management of consumables including shelf life control and proper storage of consumables following all EHS guidelines; Maintain Calibrations of Test Equipment to a 12 month or as industry required cycle. Managing Out of Tolerance equipment accordingly and following any out of tolerance procedures or actions coordinating with management and technicians; Maintaining Chemical Register and Chemical Storage Guidelines; Receipting and dispatch of incoming and outgoing work and subcontracted items; Work with Materials Leader to plan for prevention of excess inventory and stock outs; Assist Materials Leader in developing 12 month rolling forecast monthly striving for 85% accuracy; Collaborate with Materials Leader to determine opportunities to decrease inventory, improve customer service levels and reduce total costs; Work with internal and external stakeholders, such as Operations management, Production teams, Customer service team, quality, EHS, supply, and customer service reps, to meet GE's contractual obligations, and additionally any internal goals and performance metrics (KPI's) management deems necessary; React to material and production plans that do or do not meet customer requirements; Prepare availability reports for all equipment, as required; Goods in Inspection preventing quality issues with parts manufacturing; Assist in quoting and strip reporting functions as relief and backfill for Shop leads in peak periods, or as needed; Responsible for all purchasing at Welshpool site; raising purchase orders, processing invoices, following up on overdue invoice queries, managing i-flows, and being the point of contact for supplier purchasing/invoicing issues related to Welshpool site; and Any other administrative duties as instructed by Shop Leads and/or Materials Leader.

Qualifications and Skills:Experience in MRP, and ERP systems such as Oracle & SAP; Experience in MS Office Suite; At least 5 years of experience in a sourcing and/or inventory control position; Strong oral and written communication skills; Understanding of LEAN principles and Six Sigma would be preferential; and Forklift licence required.

Who are we?
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers' potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com
Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles... People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.