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Primary location: Newark, Ohio 
Relocation offered: No 
Employment status: Full-Time 
Travel: No 
Non-compete: No 

The estimated base salary range for this role is "$50,000-$65,000" per year.  
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

What does it mean to work at Tectum, Inc., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

• A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, and many more. 
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
• A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results. 

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Inventory and SAP Coordinator supports inventory control processes and SAP system transactions within the plant. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, performing data validation, and assisting in resolving discrepancies to ensure efficient supply chain operations. The coordinator works closely with warehouse, production, procurement, and finance teams to ensure data accuracy and adherence to established processes.

What's in it for you

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management, warehouse operations, and supply chain optimization.
• Support Lean and standard work practices (5S, waste elimination, standardization) to enhance warehouse housekeeping and operational efficiency.
• Work with Production, Quality, Procurement, and Finance Teams to ensure alignment on inventory-related processes and data accuracy.
• Maintain working relationships across departments to facilitate effective problem-solving and process improvement.

What you'll do

• Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Inventory and SAP Coordinator supports inventory control processes and SAP system transactions within the plant.
• The coordinator works closely with warehouse, production, procurement, and finance teams to ensure data accuracy and adherence to established processes.

Inventory Management & Control

• Coordinates and performs cycle count and physical inventory activities, including planning, scheduling, execution, analysis, and post-count reconciliation.
• Identifies inventory discrepancies, assists with root cause analysis, and supports corrective actions.
• Reviews and analyzes variances to identify issues and escalates as needed.
• Tracks inventory accuracy metrics and prepares reports for review.
• Validates incoming raw material receipts for accuracy and completeness; identifies and resolves discrepancies with suppliers and Procurement Team.
• Conducts routine checks of material usage against production entries; collaborates with Production Supervisors to ensure data accuracy and process compliance

SAP System Expertise & Administration

• Serves as a key user for SAP inventory processes
• Assists in troubleshooting system issues and escalates when needed.
• Perform daily validation of SAP transactions to ensure proper sequence, completeness, and compliance with established procedures
• Reviews scrap transactions and identifies discrepancies.
• Generates, prints, and manages all SAP-generated labels; creates and maintains custom labeling solutions for special orders.
• Maintains master data accuracy and provides input on system updates.
• Provides guidance to team members on SAP inventory procedures.

Process Improvement & Strategic Initiatives

• Identifies process issues and suggests improvements.
• Assists in maintaining SOPs and work instructions for inventory-related processes.
• Follows established best practices and procedures.

Data Analysis, Reporting & Communication

• Compiles and maintains inventory reports and reports tracking key inventory metrics including accuracy rates, turnover, obsolescence, and cycle count performance.
• Reviews inventory data and flags slow-moving or obsolete materials for review.
• Communicates inventory issues to appropriate stakeholders.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Works with Production, Quality, Procurement, and Finance Teams to ensure alignment on inventory-related processes and data accuracy.
• Maintains working relationships across departments to facilitate effective problem-solving and process improvement.

What will make you successful

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures and work instructions.
• Strong data entry and reconciliation skills.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and escalate appropriately.
• Effective communication skills for coordination with internal teams.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in supply chain management, business administration, logistics, or related field; OR equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing environment.
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or supply chain management.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience working with SAP (or comparable ERP system) in an inventory or materials management capacity.

What makes you stand out

• Experience supporting process improvement initiatives with measurable results.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, data entry, and reporting), Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to accurately process transactions.

Physical Demands

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:  sit for prolonged periods; repetitive motion of hands/wrists/fingers; concentrate and repeat the same physical or mental activities over and over; think analytically and be exact or highly accurate; make decisions such as to identify complex problems, develop options and implement solutions; work in a team; ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADAAA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards; pay attention to and remember details; communicate effectively including active listening to understand points being made, and asking appropriate questions and not interrupting inappropriately; speak to convey information effectively; write to communicate effectively as appropriate for the needs of the audience; read to understand work related documents; move between different physical locations within and between buildings; and push, pull, carry and lift in the normal course of travel.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

1. Office Environment - This position operates in a professional office environment and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.  This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. No PPE is required.
2. Plant Environment - This position operates in a manufacturing setting and can be subject to extreme cold and hot temperatures; uneven walking surfaces with cords, tools, and other obstacles; intermittent loud noises; and dusty or dirty conditions.  Required PPE includes hard hat (when required), safety glasses, earplugs, steel toe/composite boots, and fall protection.

Why should you join Tectum, Inc., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1.3B in revenue, AWI has about 3,600 employees and a manufacturing network of twenty-one facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

About the location (Newark OH)

Tectum, Inc., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI), is one of twenty Armstrong plants in North America. Our Tectum manufacturing plant employs many people across 2 shifts who are involved in the manufacturing and shipping of our Tectum product.  With over 60 years of innovation and experience in reducing noise worldwide, our Tectum plant has the right product for your noise problem.

This position is located in beautiful and historical Newark, Ohio, the county seat of Licking County, 40 miles northeast of Columbus.  We also have another location in nearby Hebron. Licking County has lots to offer.  We have an abundance of parks including Newark Earthworks, the National Historic Landmark where visitors can explore 2,000-year-old geometric earthworks that served as both cathedral and astronomical observatories for the Hopewell Culture.   If you want to stay indoors, The Midland Theatre is a beautiful 1,200-seat theatre offers exciting and affordable family-friendly shows, legendary artists, world-class dance, and intimate stage-door performances.

Tectum Inc., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce.  As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!