Inventory Control Manager at Connected Cannabis Co.

<h3><strong>About Us</strong></h3> <p>Connected International, Inc. (Connected Cannabis Co.) is a leading vertically integrated cannabis company based in Sacramento and operating in California, Arizona, and Florida. With over 11 years experience, Connected specializes in breeding, growing, manufacturing, and distributing top-shelf cannabis through its state-of-the-art facilities and proprietary genetics.&nbsp;</p> <p>With over 250 employees across the United States, Connected maintains a strong presence in the industry across multiple markets. The company has recently expanded into Arizona and Florida with ambitious national expansion plans underway. Connected's mission has always been to breed, grow, and sell the best cannabis in the world, setting high standards for its products, people, and partners wherever we go.</p> <h3><strong>About the Job</strong></h3> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Inventory Control Manager will be responsible for overseeing all FGI products systematically received into inventory and METRC, physical organization, tagging and labeling, and maintaining inventory accuracy.&nbsp; This role will also own the quality control and inspection process of all FGI.</span></p> <h3><strong>What You Will Do</strong></h3> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">After the product is transferred by Supply Chain, the product will be quality checked, counted, systematically received, organized, properly labeled and split, and put away.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ensure product is being picked, packed and pulled according to FIFO standards.&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Oversee Metrc and ERP platforms are being accurately managed and maintained for accuracy of data</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Review and audit Inventory Logs to process weekly cycle counts, review on-hand inventory, and track aging products.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Supervise the Inventory Control team to conduct daily duties as outlined.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Investigate and resolve any inventory UID discrepancies found during cycle counts.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Manage the organization of inventory by ensuring the product is in the correct location; conduct search to locate misclassified inventory.&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ensure all returns and order rejections are properly managed and efficiently processed back into the warehouse inventory.&nbsp; Work quickly to resolve all issues and reroute product back to the account if requested.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Conduct end of month inventory meetings to recap results with Distribution and Finance teams.&nbsp; Create monthly action plans to improve.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Present monthly inventory results to Operations Team during the weekly call.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Comply with company policies and procedures regarding inventory control.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Work closely with the Distribution Compliance Manager to ensure regulations are followed and address issues as needed.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ensure samples and other R&amp;D products are processed quickly and efficiently for Marketing or Influencer events.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ability to use the company information systems at advanced/expert levels – perform reporting, data analysis, making process and operating decisions using data.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Articulate operating processes and have the mindset to improve them</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Understand formal Inventory Management and Distribution Techniques and Optimization Methodologies</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Drives positive employee relations and delivers sustainable results through being a positive role model.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Management.</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3><strong>What We Are Looking For</strong></h3> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Must be 21+ years of age.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Embrace and lead with Connected’s Mission Statement and Company Values daily.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">3- 5 years inventory management experience preferred.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Experience with systems integration, configuration, and troubleshooting with ERP, Warehouse Management Systems will be a plus.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Experience with mobile applications, managing system configurations to support changes in operations will be a plus; some programming knowledge will be very valuable.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ability to multitask and time manage.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Must be able to adapt to a changing work environment.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Capable of working independently with minimal to no supervision.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cannabis experience is a definite plus.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Familiarity with local and state cannabis laws, as well as BCC regulations is a plus.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">College degree preferred but not required.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Must be reliable and dependable with a good work ethic.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ability to use motorized equipment such as a fork-lift or vans, box-trucks will be a plus</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Work revolves around objectives, projects and priorities, not hours; Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime as needed.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Selected candidates will be required to complete a post offer, pre-employment background check with the local law enforcement.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Requires normal, corrective vision range, the ability to see color and the ability to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs., with or without assistance</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ability to climb, push, pull, stoop, grasp, walk, sit, stand, bend and reach for the duration of shift</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Requires manual dexterity to operate job related equipment</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Requires normal hearing range</span> <h3><strong>Compensation</strong></h3> <p>The hourly pay range for this position in the selected city is: $25.00- $29.00 per hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.</p> </li> </ul> <hr> <h3><strong>Why Connected?</strong></h3> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Connected is an exciting and innovative workplace with a highly engaged workforce brought together by a shared passion to be the best in the business.&nbsp; We are on a mission to breed, grow and sell the best cannabis in the world!&nbsp; This is a super unique opportunity to be part of the start-up stage of the booming cannabis industry.&nbsp; We are looking for exceptional people to join our team as we transition into the next phase of our business ventures and become a leader in the cannabis space.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Competitive Pay</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">401(k), Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Paid Vacation Time (Flexible Vacation policy for exempt positions)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Career Growth and Internal Advancement Opportunities</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chance to work in an exciting new start-up industry with awesome people!</span></li> </ul>