Inventory Control Supervisor

At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth

Job Description

Our distribution business is experiencing transformative growth—with no end in sight.  That’s why we’re looking for an Inventory Control Supervisor for our Garland, UT, distribution center. As the leader on the team, you will plan and monitor daily labor needs based on immediate and forecasted order workload. The position also requires partnering and working with the leadership team to effectively communicate achievements and challenges throughout the day. Applicants should have a strong sense of urgency and be able to excel in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate also possesses superb attention to detail, an ability to juggle multiple projects and strong interpersonal skills to help lead and inspire our team to do their best work.

A day in the office looks like this: 

• Creating and implementing standards and metrics for the team 
• Answering operational questions, reassigning work and training associates     
• Understanding the goals for the day and ensuring they are met accurately and efficiently 
• Encouraging teamwork and obtaining a high level of associate morale and recognition    
• Ensuring cycle counts and inventory research are conducted, and inventory is being processed back to stock   
• Monitoring and ensuring timely completion of special projects related to inventory 
• Ensuring the organization and physical appearance of the Inventory Control department are in order     
• Developing employee performance by appraising, coaching and counseling    
• Developing ongoing process improvements to ensure efficiency for all associates   
• Keeping manager and other department leadership apprised of activities and needs within their assigned area 
• Complying with federal, state and local warehousing, material handling and receiving requirements; enforcing safety policies and techniques  

Qualifications

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• 3+ years total warehouse experience 
• Must have distribution center operations experience 
• WMS, RF and related DC technology experience preferred 
• High school diploma or GED recommended 
• Able to operate an RF scanner 
• Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math and write legibly 
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic system issues within their area 
• Must be detail-oriented and have a working knowledge of inventory procedures 
• High achiever/performer; results-oriented and strives for maximum service needs 
• Flexible and dependable 
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with warehouse receiving clerk, receivers and other members of the leadership team 
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, walking through entire shift; constant lifting (up to 49 pounds), twisting and bending 

Additional Information

And here’s our end of the bargain! 

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience, plus a bonus plan
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. To learn more about Lakeshore, visit   Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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