Assistant Inventory Control Manager

Ben-E.-Keith; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ben-E.-Keith is seeking an Assistant Inventory Control Manager to help lead our Inventory Control and Returns teams at our Fort Worth distribution center. You will partner with the Inventory Control Manager to maintain accuracy, resolve discrepancies, oversee cycle counts, and ensure proper product accounting.

This role offers growth into leadership within a fast-paced distribution environment and requires hands-on, detail-driven leadership across departments.

Qualifications

• 2 years inventory control experience.
• Detail-oriented with ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced warehouse.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn and effectively use company-specific systems.
• Strong data-entry and 10-key skills.
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and professional work practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Inventory Control and Returns operations to maintain accurate inventory and product availability.
• Research and resolve discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
• Coordinate cycle counts, inventory audits, and month-end inventory activities.
• Analyze inventory reports and trends to identify opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Monitor damaged, returned, and non-moving inventory and coordinate vendor returns as needed.
• Assist with product recalls, quality concerns, and food-safety-related inventory issues.
• Partner with Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Operations, Returns, and Food Safety to resolve discrepancies.
• Help reduce shrink and variances through strong inventory controls and accurate recordkeeping.
• Ensure products are correctly coded, located, and slotted within the warehouse.
• Maintain compliance with FDA and USDA guidelines.
• Supervise and support Inventory Control and Returns Associates.
• Coordinate associate schedules, monitor attendance, approve payroll, and assist with performance management.
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, onboarding, training, and employee development.
• Coach and develop associates while promoting accountability, safety, and teamwork.
• Partner with the Inventory Control Manager on departmental planning, process improvements, and priorities.

Skills

Inventory control

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Excel

Word

Outlook

Systems learning

Data entry

10-key

Independent work

Safety awareness

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Position Summary

Are you an inventory professional who enjoys solving problems, leading people, and keeping warehouse operations running accurately and efficiently?

We’re looking for an Assistant Inventory Control Manager to help lead our Inventory Control and Returns teams. In this role, you’ll partner with the Inventory Control Manager to maintain inventory accuracy, identify and resolve discrepancies, oversee cycle counts and audits, and ensure products are properly accounted for throughout the warehouse.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced inventory professional who is ready to expand their leadership responsibilities in a fast-paced distribution environment.

What You’ll Do

• Help lead daily Inventory Control and Returns operations to maintain accurate inventory and product availability.
• Research and resolve discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
• Coordinate cycle counts, inventory audits, and month-end inventory activities.
• Analyze inventory reports and trends to identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and inventory levels.
• Monitor damaged, returned, and non-moving inventory and coordinate vendor returns as needed.
• Assist with product recalls, quality concerns, and food safety-related inventory issues.
• Partner with Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Operations, Returns, and Food Safety to resolve inventory discrepancies and operational issues.
• Help reduce shrink and inventory variances through strong inventory controls and accurate recordkeeping.
• Ensure products are correctly coded, located, and slotted within the warehouse.
• Maintain compliance with company procedures and applicable FDA and USDA guidelines.
• Supervise and support Inventory Control and Returns Associates.
• Coordinate associate schedules, monitor attendance, approve payroll, and assist with performance management.
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, onboarding, training, and employee development.
• Coach and develop associates while promoting accountability, professionalism, safety, and teamwork.
• Partner with the Inventory Control Manager on departmental planning, process improvements, and operational priorities.

What We’re Looking For

Required

• At least 2 years of inventory control experience.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify, research, and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn and effectively use company-specific systems and applications.
• Strong data-entry and 10-key skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and professional work practices.

Preferred

• Previous supervisory or people-leadership experience.
• Foodservice, warehouse, or distribution experience.
• Knowledge of FDA and USDA guidelines.
• Experience working with warehouse RF systems or scanners.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

The strongest candidates will be hands-on leaders who are comfortable balancing people and numbers. You should enjoy digging into discrepancies, identifying the root cause of an inventory issue, and working across departments to get it resolved.

You’ll also need to be comfortable coaching employees, setting expectations, prioritizing work, and making sound decisions when warehouse operations move quickly.