Inventory Control Coordinator - Lead

Requisition ID:  32664  

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 7,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

We are seeking an experienced Inventory Control Coordinator - Lead to manage and optimize our medical device raw materials inventory across multiple product lines and business segments. In this critical role, you will ensure accurate inventory levels, streamline processes, and support production efficiency. Additionally, you will lead, coach, and mentor a team of procurement and warehouse professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment. Your expertise will drive improvements in inventory management, reduce waste, and contribute to our commitment to quality and innovation in the medical device industry. If you have a keen eye for detail, strong leadership skills, and a passion for operational excellence, we invite you to join our dynamic team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Leads, coaches and provides effective feedback. Contributes to associate evaluations.
• Provides training to both cleanroom and warehouse material handlers on SOP’s, department procedures, and forklift certifications.
• Coordinates work assignments within the warehouse and cleanroom that includes training, technical support and/or process/trouble shooting support.
• Maintains personal accountability for process quality and product quantity.
• Assists employees in resolving conflicts.
• Makes recommendations and implements programs to improve inventory management processes.
• Investigates inventory discrepancies and forwards resolution decisions to appropriate associates.
• Ensures that inventory reconciliations are investigated and remedied within company guidelines.
• Performs inventory control and operational functions utilizing warehouse operating system.
• Performs the cycle count program ensuring all documentation and records are maintained so that company guidelines are met. 
• Perform investigations into potential Bill of Materials problems and report findings. 
• Ensures that all non-conforming product is maintained within company guidelines and legal regulations.
• Performs analysis and trend reporting to identify successful storage strategies and pick efficiencies.
• Assists in training and certifying material handlers on procedures and equipment.
• Daily coordination with Material Handlers/Planning/Procurement Department.
• Gathers information about operations to identify areas of concern, recommend course of action and helps implement and measure performance results.
• Must be flexible with work schedule.
• Must be able to work in an environment where exposure to wet and or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration may exist.

• In the absence of the team lead or supervisor, may assume responsibility for organizing, leading, and completing daily shift operational tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High school diploma or GED.

• Some college preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years experience.
• Knowledge of technologies and methods of manufacturing area, typically acquired through a minimum of 2 years of work experience in warehousing/material handling.

• Solid background in warehousing procedures including material handling equipment and receiving, shipping, inventory control systems preferred.

Skills

• Expanded knowledge of the department’s processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to be detailed oriented and perform at high levels of productivity.

• Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications and skills to use them effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and montor others. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory and compliance guidelines and practices.
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety practices.
• Safely handle chemicals in coordination with company policy and OSHA requirements.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must have completed and validated procedural training for all facets of the warehouse operations.
• Requires Terumo BCT licensing to operate PITs (Powered Industrial Trucks).
• Requires a valid driver’s standard driver’s license to operate the company box truck. 

-Or-

An equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered.

LOCATION

Lakewood, Colorado - Open to candidates willing to relocate to the area. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Manufacturing Environment requirements include: use of personal protective equipment, reading, speaking, hearing, walking, bending, standing, stretching/reaching, and hand/finger dexterity.
  • Must be able to work in a clean room environment, adhere to associated policies, and perform gowning of clean room attire in the allotted time prior to start up.
  • Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds and transport up to 500 pounds via carts or mechanized equipment.
  • Requires good manual dexterity and visual acuity including ability to distinguish colors.
  • Requires the ability to sit or stand through the duration of a shift.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Target Pay Range:  $23.00 to $29.00 -  Hourly pay rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data
Target Bonus on Base:  7.0%

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family. Included in our expansive list of benefits offerings are multiple group medical, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, life insurance and disability coverages, also a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more. To help you save for retirement, we offer a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution and for work-life balance we have vacation and sick time programs for associates. For us, it’s about protecting the personal welfare of our associates and their families, helping to achieve personal goals and offering those extra touches for convenience, security and overall peace of mind.

• Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
• In 2019, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies reached $1 billion in revenue.
• We employ nearly 7,000 associates globally, with global headquarters in Lakewood, CO, U.S., and regional headquarters in Brussels, Buenos Aires, Singapore and Tokyo.
• We manufacture devices, disposable sets and solutions at our facilities in Belgium, India, Japan, Northern Ireland, the U.S. and Vietnam. Our global presence enables us to serve customers in more than 130 countries.
• Our core values help set our direction, guide our actions and keep us true to our corporate mission of contributing to society through healthcare.
  • Respect – Appreciative of others
  • Integrity – Guided by our mission
  • Care – Empathetic to patients
  • Quality – Committed to excellence
  • Creativity – Striving for innovation
• We contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), raising $1.3 million USD since 2007.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.  All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to providing a safe, healthy and secure working environment. Our Colorado campus locations are tobacco-free workplaces, and we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and detailed background verification.