Inventory Control Lead: Optimize Throughput & Accuracy

Jobtailor; Tennessee; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in United States, TN is seeking an experienced Inventory Manager to supervise cross-site teams and optimize control processes. You will develop procedures to improve accuracy, throughput, and compliance while coordinating with production and planning groups.

The role requires a six-year background in inventory management in manufacturing, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency in JD Edwards and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of six years of direct inventory management and planning experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn concepts into actionable plans.
• Proven ability to lead through influence across departments and levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience with JD Edwards or similar database/ERP systems.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty pounds.
• Ability to follow required safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• CPSM or similar supply chain designation preferred.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent continuous improvement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inventory control clerks, supply room personnel, and return goods coordinators.
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures to improve workflow, accuracy, performance, and compliance.
• Lead multi-site inventory management for raw materials, finished goods, and consignment locations.
• Oversee cycle counting, month-end inventory, year-end inventory, and related control processes.
• Support production scheduling and line configuration to maximize throughput, reduce downtime, and meet customer and inventory requirements.
• Develop annual SKU forecasts and manage related information in JD Edwards.
• Maintain Product Data Management processes, including creation and maintenance of JDE catalog items across branch plants.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve inventory, planning, scheduling, and operational issues.
• Provide coaching, direction, and support to team members to drive accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Support manufacturing operations through regular interaction with production, inventory, receiving, supply room, and cross-functional teams
• Occasionally work on the production floor while following safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

JD Edwards

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

ERP Systems

Job description

Jobtailor in United States, TN is seeking an experienced Inventory Manager to supervise cross-site teams and optimize control processes. You will develop procedures to improve accuracy, throughput, and compliance while coordinating with production and planning groups.

The role requires a six-year background in inventory management in manufacturing, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency in JD Edwards and Excel.