The Inventory Control Supervisor manages and develops effective inventory control strategies to determine reorder levels and optimize stock; maintains inventory system integrity by ensuring current record entries; drives operational improvements in warehouse flows; and acts as a supervisory direct report for assigned personnel.

• Manage and develop effective inventory control strategies to determine reorder levels and optimize stock (i.e., optimize inventory levels, lead times, and product demand)
• Drive operational improvement in warehouse process flows
• Collaborate with procurement, warehouse, and production teams to ensure timely replenishment and minimize stockouts
• Maintain the security of the parts room, warehouse, and related areas
• Oversee the timely performance of all parts movements in and out of the system
• Manage the timely reporting of any discrepancies, damaged items, shortages, broken or unidentified packages
• Assist in managing surplus inventory disposition
• Review and address all in-transit inventory daily
• Prepare monthly inventory accuracy reports for management
• Seek technical or supervisor expertise to resolve quality related issues
• Understand the warehouse layout and how to locate or relocate materials when needed
• Perform daily cycle and Annual Physical Inventory counts
• Add value to the Supply Chain department by collaborating with work team to develop improved work processes
• Act as supervisory direct report to assigned personnel (i.e., performance management, corrective action, training, defining daily priorities, creating work schedules, etc.)
• Manage time and attendance for assigned personnel including timecard approval or paid time off
• Assist in the hiring of assigned personnel (i.e., collaborate with Human Resources recruiters, perform interviews, select qualified talent, etc.)
• Ensure the maintenance of good housekeeping practices in assigned areas (i.e., keep work areas organized, ensure walkways are free of clutter, and properly disposes of waste according to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies)
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives with all cross functional teams within the organization
• Safely operate material handling equipment (i.e., hand truck, pallet jack, forklift, delivery vehicle, etc.)
• Maintain compliance with HSE policies by attending all required HSE training sessions, safety meetings, and always utilize proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Other duties as assigned

• Minimum 5 years' experience working in a fast-paced inventory and warehousing role (minimum of 3 years' experience working in a supervisory capacity), preferred
• Maintaining a clean, valid driver's license and a clean driving record, required
• Must be man-handling equipment certified or willing to attend certification training, required
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Must possess thorough understanding of calculating min/max levels for fast, medium, and slow-moving items
• Strong leadership characteristics, can mentor, coach, track performance, and delegate duties to a team
• Good verbal and written communication skill, can effectively interact with team members, managers, and personnel at all levels of the organization
• Must be a team player who can work well with others to improve work processes
• Must be able to work under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficient working in Microsoft Office 365 Applications and able to quickly learn other work-related software
• Must be physically able to safely operate a company vehicle on various road types and in all weather conditions
• Must be physically able to safely climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Must be physically able to withstand exposure to wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, minimal noise, and vibration

Physical Demands

The physical demands 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 major responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop or bend; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in some work environments can be moderate.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.