Lead Inventory Specialist

ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Lead Inventory Specialist, the person in this role will help the site manager or the inventory manager in tasks such as training, coaching, mentoring, and developing new and existing employees.  This person will problem-solve issues with inventory shortages and make recommendations to management. This role is also responsible for routine storeroom task including receiving, stocking, issuing parts, cycle counting, and computer transaction entry.  The focus of this position is to help maintain inventory accuracy, provide excellent customer service to the client and problem-solve issues as they arise.

COMPENSATION: $19 - $19.25 Per Hour

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Lead the integration of Suppliers’ systems and data with RSIS 
•    Lead and mentor team members responsible for supplier interface development and support
•    Collaborate with Procurement stakeholders to engage suppliers and ensure the successful integration of their systems with RSIS based on established timelines
•    Oversee and manage integration interfaces, ensuring the smooth flow of data between RSIS and suppliers including EDI transactions (X12and cXML), supplier catalog data, and API-based data exchanges
•    Manage data exchanges involving purchase orders, invoices, product data, inventory, and shipping details, ensure accurate and reliable data transfer and that all interfaces are functioning efficiently and securely
•    Work with suppliers to define integration requirements and ensure all systems are aligned to meet business needs
•    Manage supplier integration projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and with high quality
•    Develop and track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables
•    Provide regular status updates to senior leadership and other stakeholders
•    Drive continuous improvements in the quantity, efficiency, and reliability of supplier integrations
•    Work closely with technical teams to identify opportunities for optimization and automation in supplier integration processes
•    Serve as the primary point of contact for supplier-related integration matters, managing relationships and resolving issues as they arise
•    Provide troubleshooting support for any integration issues between RSIS and suppliers
•    Other duties as assigned

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
•    Minimum Bachelor’s degree required
•    Experience in data integration, preferably including EDI transactions and API integrations
•    Knowledge of integration tools, data formats (XML, CSV, JSON), and data exchange methods
•    Knowledge of API management and integration techniques
•    Experience in implementing interfaces and data exchanges in a supply chain or procurement environment
•    Strong project management skills and the ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
•    Experience collaborating with others to define and implement integration solutions
•    Familiarity with EDI standards (x12 and cXML based EDI transactions) and supply chain integration
•    Experience with OpenText BizLink or other EDI platform preferred
•    Understanding of data mapping, transformation, and workflow automation
•    Excellent written and verbal communication, business analysis, and consultancy skills
•    Ability to work under minimal supervision

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