Corporate Inventory Control Manager

County-Materials-Family-of-Companies; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

County Materials Family of Companies in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Corporate Inventory Control Manager to oversee inventory accuracy, forecasting, cycle counting, and write-offs. You will partner with operations, purchasing, finance, and sales to optimize working capital.

The role requires deep analytical capability, ERP/WMS proficiency, and a track record of improving inventory processes and KPIs in a manufacturing or distribution environment. Travel ~25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field preferred.
• 5-7+ years of inventory management, supply chain, manufacturing, or distribution experience.
• Proven experience implementing and managing cycle counting programs.
• Experience in performing inventory forecasting and demand planning.
• Strong background managing obsolete inventory reduction initiatives.
• Experience administering inventory adjustments and write-offs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust inventory control procedures.
• Lead cycle count programs to maintain inventory accuracy of 98%+.
• Investigate inventory variances and identify root causes.
• Ensure inventory records are accurate across ERP/WMS systems.
• Prepare weekly and monthly inventory reports and present to management.

Skills

Inventory Management

Data Analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration

Problem Solving

Financial Acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Dynamics

Epicor

Job description

County Materials Family of Companies is hiring a Corporate Inventory Control Manager in Madison, Wisconsin.

Job Summary

The Corporate Inventory Control Manager is responsible for overseeing all inventory-related activities to ensure optimal inventory levels, accuracy, and financial performance. This role manages cycle counting programs, inventory forecasting, inventory transactions, obsolete and slow-moving inventory reduction, and inventory write-off processes. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, technology-savvy, process-driven, and capable of partnering with operations, purchasing, finance, and sales teams to improve inventory management and working capital performance.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Inventory Control & Accuracy

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust inventory control procedures.
• Manage and execute cycle count programs to maintain inventory accuracy of 98%+.
• Investigate inventory variances and identify root causes.
• Ensure inventory records are accurate across ERP/WMS systems.
• Conduct periodic audits and physical inventory counts.

Obsolete & Excess Inventory Management

• Identify slow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory.
• Develop and execute plans to reduce, liquidate, repurpose, or dispose of obsolete inventory.
• Partner with sales and operations teams to minimize inventory aging.
• Prepare recommendations for inventory reserves and write-offs.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Lead process improvement initiatives to increase inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs to monitor inventory performance.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for inventory processes within ERP and inventory management systems.

Inventory Valuation & Write-Offs

• Manage inventory reserve analysis and documentation.
• Coordinate and administer inventory write-offs in accordance with company policies and financial controls.
• Work closely with Finance to ensure accurate valuation and reporting.
• Maintain detailed records supporting inventory adjustments and write-offs.

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare weekly and monthly inventory reports.
• Present inventory performance and action plans to operations and senior management.

COUNTY Core Competencies

The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

• Integrity & Organizational Awareness
• Customer First Focus
• Results Driven Orientation
• Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Creativity & Innovation

Job-Based Competencies

• Inventory Management
• Enterprise Resource Planning
• Documentation & Reporting
• Financial Acumen & Budget Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Project Management & Product Development
• Communication
• Teamwork & Team Building
• Change Management & Learning Agility
• Leadership

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 5-7+ years of inventory management, supply chain, manufacturing, or distribution experience.
• Proven experience implementing and managing cycle counting programs.
• Experience in performing inventory forecasting and demand planning.
• Strong background managing obsolete inventory reduction initiatives.
• Experience administering inventory adjustments and write-offs.

• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, Epicor, or similar).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, Power Query, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and reporting.
• Experience with inventory management systems and business intelligence tools.
• Strong analytical and data management abilities.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis capabilities.
• Financial acumen with understanding of inventory valuation.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to drive accountability and process discipline.

Work Environment

• Work is typically performed in a mixed Office/Indoor/Outdoor environment.
• Travel required: 25%
• Typical work hours/shifts: Standard Business Hours

Physical & Work Expectations

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, or handling materials/equipment.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, or lifting/moving up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to concentrate, follow detailed instructions, communicate effectively, and safely perform job duties.
• May require the operation of specific tools, equipment, or vehicles associated with the position.