Inventory Control Manager

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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.

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. This role will also own the quality control and inspection process of all FGI.

• 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.
• Ensure product is being picked, packed and pulled according to FIFO standards.
• Oversee Metrc and ERP platforms are being accurately managed and maintained for accuracy of data.
• Review and audit Inventory Logs to process weekly cycle counts, review on-hand inventory, and track aging products.
• Supervise the Inventory Control team to conduct daily duties as outlined.
• Investigate and resolve any inventory UID discrepancies found during cycle counts.
• Manage the organization of inventory by ensuring the product is in the correct location; conduct search to locate misclassified inventory.
• Ensure all returns and order rejections are properly managed and efficiently processed back into the warehouse inventory. Work quickly to resolve all issues and reroute product back to the account if requested.
• Conduct end of month inventory meetings to recap results with Distribution and Finance teams. Create monthly action plans to improve.
• Present monthly inventory results to Operations Team during the weekly call.
• Comply with company policies and procedures regarding inventory control.
• Work closely with the Distribution Compliance Manager to ensure regulations are followed and address issues as needed.
• Ensure samples and other R&D products are processed quickly and efficiently for Marketing or Influencer events.
• Ability to use the company information systems at advanced/expert levels – perform reporting, data analysis, making process and operating decisions using data.
• Articulate operating processes and have the mindset to improve them.
• Understand formal Inventory Management and Distribution Techniques and Optimization Methodologies.
• Drives positive employee relations and delivers sustainable results through being a positive role model.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Management.

• Must be 21+ years of age.
• Embrace and lead with Connected’s Mission Statement and Company Values daily.
• 3-5 years inventory management experience preferred.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Experience with systems integration, configuration, and troubleshooting with ERP, Warehouse Management Systems will be a plus.
• Experience with mobile applications, managing system configurations to support changes in operations will be a plus; some programming knowledge will be very valuable.
• Ability to multitask and time manage.
• Must be able to adapt to a changing work environment.
• Capable of working independently with minimal to no supervision.
• Cannabis experience is a definite plus.
• Familiarity with local and state cannabis laws, as well as BCC regulations is a plus.
• College degree preferred but not required.
• Must be reliable and dependable with a good work ethic.
• Ability to use motorized equipment such as a fork-lift or vans, box-trucks will be a plus.
• Work revolves around objectives, projects and priorities, not hours; must be able to work weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime as needed.
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry.
• Selected candidates will be required to complete a post offer, pre-employment background check with the local law enforcement.
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