Inventory Control Lead — Data-Driven, Impactful Ops

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Burlington (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fait Distribution is seeking an experienced Inventory/Operations professional to own inventory records, counts, and control processes in a fast-paced wholesale environment. You will lead cycle counts, audits, and discrepancy investigations while partnering with inbound and outbound teams to resolve shorts and mis-slots and manage returns with precise disposition.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years in warehouse or logistics, and 2+ years of leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred; equivalent experience acceptable.
• 5+ years in warehouse, distribution, logistics, or related operations.
• 2+ years of leadership experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory accuracy across locations and SKUs.
• Lead cycle counts, audits, and discrepancy investigations.
• Collaborate with inbound/outbound teams to address shorts, overages, and mis-slots.
• Manage returns processes and ensure accurate disposition and transactions.
• Monitor location and process-based inventory accuracy and root causes.
• Lead audit readiness for inventory control procedures.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain on availability and replenishment.
• Develop Leads on inventory handling standards and escalation.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

WMS

Inventory controls

Job description

Fait Distribution is seeking an experienced Inventory/Operations professional to own inventory records, counts, and control processes in a fast-paced wholesale environment. You will lead cycle counts, audits, and discrepancy investigations while partnering with inbound and outbound teams to resolve shorts and mis-slots and manage returns with precise disposition.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years in warehouse or logistics, and 2+ years of leadership.