Regional Inventory Control Manager

The Regional Inventory Control Manager is responsible for the coordination and management of all inventory control functions within a region. Will provide input and support to other facilities engaged in the inventory control process.  This position will report to a Director of Warehouse Operations.  

Inventory Control

• Manages and maintains inventory as required by customer orders while minimizing inventory and carrying costs for assigned geographical region
• Recommends measures to improve methods, performance, and quality of service and suggests changes in working conditions to increase efficiency
• Follow up to ensure compliance and consistency of policies and procedures surrounding inventory control and quality
• Will customize inventory procedures for each facility depending on WMS in place
• Oversees the WMS systems to ensure that all procedures are followed properly and in a timely fashion
• Oversees weekly cycle counts for accuracy
• Plans, executes and reconciles physical inventories
• Prepares analysis of adjustments activities report
• Researches to reconcile inventory discrepancies and to find root cause
• Manage and update weekly/monthly metrics for assigned facilities and region
• Assists in job related projects/start-ups as needed

Employee Relations/Development

• Partner with the senior on-site leadership teams to drive quality at all levels
• Teach and influence distribution managers and associates on the importance of Inventory Control & Quality Assurance
• Assist in the training and development of Inventory Control Managers and Supervisors by providing feedback, coaching, guidance and recognition
• Develop, execute and communicate daily, weekly and monthly action plans that improve quality, inventory accuracy and service within the region
• Manages and maintains good human resources practices with indirect reports, and adherence to established corporate and department policies and procedures
• Acts as a role model for the region in support of corporate mission, vision, and values
• Travels to other warehouses within the region and participates in department or company meetings, as necessary 
• Exhibits a commitment to self-development by staying current on information, tools, and systems
• Attends industry related seminars as needed

Safety and Security

• Actively supports and participates in all safety initiatives in the region
• Recommends necessary improvements to procedures and facility to prevent re-occurring accidents

• High School Diploma required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
• At least 7-10 years working in Inventory within Distribution environment
• Experience managing with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), preferably Manhattan
• Strong analytical, mathematical or data analysis bias
• Exceptional technical competence with a proven capacity to become a subject matter expert (SME) within the given role
• Experience with Lean, Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma tools
• Significant experience in Inventory & Quality Assurance Management, with the proven ability to show improvement in a continually developing environment
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suit including Excel, Word, Visio and PowerPoint
• The ability to drive process improvement initiatives
• Must be flexible in adapting to changing environments
• Must be self-driven and willing to work with minimal supervision
• Travel up to 25%
• Must be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours
• Ability and availability to work irregular or extended hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed by the customer
• Lift and move totes up to 50 pounds
• Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head
• Walking in the FC and around area with great frequency; some facilities are over a quarter mile in length
• Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variations and able to access all areas of building without limitations

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

LA County Applicants: The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.