Inventory Control Group Lead I

Jabil Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil Inc. in the United States is seeking an Inventory Control Lead I to oversee day-to-day activities within assigned inventory control areas and mentor a team of associates and material handlers in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

You will coordinate workflow, drive accuracy through cycle counts and audits, and partner with supervisors to ensure process compliance and safety while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse/inventory control environments.
• Ability to coach and mentor staff.
• Commitment to accuracy and process compliance.
• Experience with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily direction and support to Inventory Control associates and Material Handlers.
• Coordinate workflow and prioritize tasks to meet operational requirements.
• Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Train, coach, and mentor team members.
• Monitor compliance with inventory procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Assist with troubleshooting inventory discrepancies and operational issues.
• Support material flow activities and cross-functional coordination.
• Track performance metrics and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

ERP & SAP familiarity

Inventory control expertise

Analytical problem solving

Strong communication

MS Office proficiency

Tools

SAP

Inventory management software

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

Job Summary

The Inventory Control Lead I provides day-to-day operational leadership and coordination within assigned inventory control areas. This role serves as a developmental step toward supervision by supporting team performance, training associates, monitoring inventory accuracy, and assisting with operational execution. The Lead I work closely with Inventory Control Supervisors to ensure process compliance, problem resolution, and achievement of departmental goals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing daily direction and support to Inventory Control associates and Material Handlers.
• Coordinating workflow and prioritizing tasks to meet operational requirements.
• Supporting inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Training, coaching, and mentoring team members.
• Monitoring compliance with inventory procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Assisting with troubleshooting inventory discrepancies and operational issues.
• Supporting material flow activities and cross-functional coordination.
• Tracking performance metrics and participating in continuous improvement initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of inventory control principles and warehouse operations.
• Experience using ERP systems such as SAP and inventory management tools.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coach and influence others without direct supervisory authority.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet operational deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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