Inventory Control Manager

Responsibilities: Living Our Values All associates are guided by Our Values. Our Values are the unifying foundation of our companies. We strive to ensure that every decision we make and every action we take demonstrates Our Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates lasting benefits for all of our associates, shareholders, and the communities in which we live. Why Join Us Career Growth: Advance your career with opportunities for leadership and personal development. Culture of Excellence: Be part of a supportive team that values your input and encourages innovation. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that looks after both your professional and personal needs. Total Rewards Our Total Rewards package underscores our commitment to recognizing your contributions. We offer a competitive and fair compensation structure that includes base pay and performance-based rewards. Compensation is based on skill set, experience, qualifications, and job-related requirements. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, retirement plans, and generous paid leave. Discover more about what we offer by visiting our Benefits page. A Day In The Life The Inventory Control Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing inventory processes, ensuring accurate inventory levels, and maintaining efficient supply chain operations. This manager will collaborate with various departments to streamline procedures, reduce costs, and contribute to the overall success of our organization. The Inventory Control Manager will be responsible for overseeing the strategic vision and day-to-day operations of our warehouse and distribution center. This includes optimizing inventory levels, coordinating shipping and receiving activities, and supervising warehouse associates, all while ensuring that safety protocols are followed. As a Mgr, Inventory Control you will:Develop and implement inventory management strategies to maintain optimal inventory levels. Monitor customer orders and forecasts to determine procurement needs and shipping schedules Oversee and direct all daily warehouse team activity Monitor and analyze inventory data to minimize discrepancies and ensure accuracy. Lead, train, and mentor inventory staff to ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers to improve supply chain efficiency. Prepare regular reports on inventory status, trends, and performance metrics for management. Identify opportunities to improve inventory control processes and reduce excess or obsolete inventory. Ensure adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements in inventory management. Implement robust cycle count programs to improve inventory turnover and maintain high accuracy. Streamline vendor return processes to improve return on investments through effective negotiations and timely communications. Develop and maintain inventory stratification and capacity models to drive optimized warehouse utilization. Oversee slotting exercises to right-size bin and floor stock locations Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, resolving conflicts and promoting teamwork Develop and maintain data-driven warehouse status/health metrics and dashboards that drive continuous improvement. What We Need From You Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university and a minimum of 5 – 7 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse management or a similar role and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's Degree of Science in Supply Chain Management preferred. Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with experience managing large teams. Proficiency in inventory management software (e.g., ERP systems) and warehouse management systems. Detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving abilities and a track record of process improvement. Experience in Odoo or other Warehouse Management Systems and Excel or other data management platforms. Strong focus on safety and quality control, with the ability to implement safety protocols effectively. Technical Skills: SAP or other Warehouse Management System Excel or other data management platforms Statistical analysis DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or equivalent certification is a plus. Physical and Environmental Requirements The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of the job, the associate is required on a daily basis to analyze and interpret data, communicate, and remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the work day and frequently access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The associate is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The associate must frequently move up to 10 pounds and occasionally move up to 25 pounds. Travel Requirements 10% Minimal travel is required for this position (up to 10% of the time and on a domestic basis).