Supervisor, Inventory

Job Summary

Oversees inventory control operations to ensure accurate tracking. Develops and implements strategies to improve inventory management processes and reduce discrepancies. Manages teams responsible for conducting audits, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with inventory control procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads the daily operations of the inventory team, ensuring that priorities are set and tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.


• Coordinates inventory management processes, working closely with other departments to ensure alignment with production, shipping, and receiving schedules.


• Administers the inventory system to track, monitor, and inventory, and bin locations, ensuring accuracy and preventing stock discrepancies.


• Assists manager in developing policies and procedures for inventory control and manages the slotting of inventory in the facility based on sales data.


• Coaches less experienced staff to develop their skills in inventory management and ensure adherence to standard operating procedures.


• Defines project terms and sets clear expectations for inventory-related tasks, ensuring the team meets deadlines and quality standards.


• Evaluates performance of team members, providing feedback and conducting regular performance reviews to promote team development.


• Implements inventory improvement initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve overall efficiency.


• Manages day-to-day inventory operations, resolving any issues that arise and ensuring that inventory levels are aligned with company requirements.


• Performs other duties as assigned


• Complies with all policies and standards


• Manages staff performance and development, coaching team members to achieve their full potential in contributing to the department's goals.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: High School Diploma

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Preferred Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: None

Specialized Degree: None

Licenses/Certificates: None

Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Field of Expertise: None

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes

Number of Direct Reports: 

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Crawling: 5%

Standing: 50%

Sitting: 10%

Walking: 35%

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Various Shifts

Overtime, Weekends, & Holidays

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Competencies

Skills