Contract Logistics Inventory Manager

Kuehne+Nagel; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs and development

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Manager in McDonough, GA to design, manage, and optimize inventory processes in a busy 3PL environment.

You will lead the inventory function, drive accuracy, and ensure on-time, accurate product handling and reporting. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, leadership, and adherence to KPI targets. Typical shifts are Mon–Fri, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm, with opportunities to contribute to DEI initiatives and global logistics goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in supply chain or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in a distribution environment.
• 5+ years in an inventory role.
• 3+ years in a leadership position.
• 3+ years of WMS experience.
• CPIM certification is a plus.
• Ability to travel 30% - 50%.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the success of the inventory function and customer satisfaction.
• Lead an inventory team, train and motivate staff, evaluate and guide their performance.
• Support DEI programs with leadership and HR initiatives.
• Identify techniques and analytics to improve planning processes.
• Lead annual cost planning with accuracy and transparency.
• Oversee discrepancies via cycle counts and adjustments.
• Implement loss prevention programs to reduce shrinkage and risk.
• Build a recovery program to account for defective products.
• Drive accountability and process improvement using KPIs and action plans.
• Create SOPs for all inventory roles and related reports.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

WMS experience

Process improvement

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

CPIM certification

Tools

WMS software

Job description

It's more than a job

As part of the Contract Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in designing, managing, and optimizing solutions that keep goods moving efficiently. Whether you’re leading a team, engineering processes, or driving projects, your work ensures that our customers’ products are stored, handled, and delivered with precision. From everyday essentials to seasonal items, what we do in Contract Logistics impacts businesses and communities around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, your contribution goes far beyond the warehouse—it helps shape the flow of global trade.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Inventory Control Manager with exceptional skills who is ready to be a game changer for our growing business. If you have proven success managing stock in a large 3PL distribution environment, this could be just what you have been looking for. Consider joining us as an original leadership team member in McDonough, Georgia!

In this role, you will ensure the physical cycle counts are performed, accurate inventory levels are maintained, and account for all defective or damaged products, and provide corrective action. Your typical shift will be Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm. The right candidate will have a continuous improvement mindset and a tendency towards 5S in the workplace.

As a 3PL provider, we will count on your leadership skills to help drive excellent service for our valued customer.

How you create impact

• You will be accountable for the success of the inventory function and customer satisfaction
• Lead an inventory team, train and motivate staff, evaluate and guide their performance, and nurture their professional development
• Support leadership and Human Resources to ensure DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs are embraced and valued
• Identify new techniques and analytics to improve the overall planning process
• Lead the annual cost planning process ensuring accuracy and transparency
• Oversee and monitor discrepancies via cycle counts and adjustments
• Implement loss prevention programs to reduce shrinkage and minimize risk
• Build a recovery program to ensure all defective product is accounted for and handled properly
• Promote accountability and process improvement based on goals; create action plans and issue resolution tracking
• Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all inventory roles
• Create all necessary reports and documentation to ensure inventory accuracy
• Drive accountability and process improvement based on KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and targets, including creating action plans and issue resolution tracking

What we would like you to bring

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field, or equivalent work experience
• 7+ years of experience in a distribution environment
• 5+ years in an inventory role
• 3+ years of leadership position
• 3+ years of WMS (Warehouse Management System) experience
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) is a plus
• Ability to travel 30% - 50%

What's in it for you

There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment.

Kuehne+Nagel participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.

Kuehne+Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne+Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment. Kuehne+Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending upon individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne+Nagel.