Inventory Control Lead & Process Optimizer

NFI; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 65,242 - 86,989; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

NFI is seeking an Inventory Control Supervisor to coordinate daily cycle counts, reconcile systems, and oversee the inventory control function at the distribution center.

You will lead the inventory control team, train staff, conduct pre-shift meetings, and partner with management to improve accuracy, reporting, and process efficiency.

This role requires 1–5 years supervisory experience and working knowledge of WMS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field, or 1–5 years supervisory experience.
• High School Diploma required.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (Manhattan preferred).
• Ability to work in a fast paced, quickly changing environment.
• Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situations.
• Experience with or desire to learn performance metrics, process improvement, and Lean/Six Sigma tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, may be required in some locations
• Ability and availability to work irregular or extended hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed by the customer.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily cycle counts, slot audits and the reconciliation of activities between systems
• Ensures that customer requirements are accurately reported in the timing provided by the customer
• Plans, executes and reconciles physical inventories
• Prepares analysis of adjustments activities report
• Researches to reconcile inventory discrepancies
• Makes recommendations to management on initiatives and programs to improve inventory and works on those programs
• Conducts the daily pre-shift meetings covering previous shifts productivity, operational problems, forecasting workload and any other pertinent company information
• Assists in developing a program to train and motivate personnel for increased effectiveness
• Assists in developing a program for all new personnel and ensures the onboarding program is followed
• Manages and maintains good human resources practices with direct reports, and adherence to established corporate and department policies and procedures
• Works with Management and Human Resources to resolve employee relation issues, discipline actions, problem resolution and terminations
• Provides feedback, coaching, guidance, and recognition to enhance personnel’s skill development
• Plays an active role in employee development and talent selection.
• Provides regular coaching and constructive feedback on performance, prepares and delivers hourly performance reviews
• Maintains accurate timekeeping records
• Exhibits a commitment to self-development by staying current on information, tools, and systems
• Travels to other warehouses and participates in department or company meetings, as necessary
• Provides training for Inventory Control team and ongoing training to educate staff
• Ensures timely reporting and communication to the proper staff as needed
• Oversees the entire Inventory Control department to ensure that all procedures are being followed properly and in a timely fashion
• Attends industry related seminars
• Assists in projects as needed by the General Manager

Skills

Supervisory experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

High School Diploma

Tools

Manhattan WMS

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

NFI is seeking an Inventory Control Supervisor to coordinate daily cycle counts, reconcile systems, and oversee the inventory control function at the distribution center.

You will lead the inventory control team, train staff, conduct pre-shift meetings, and partner with management to improve accuracy, reporting, and process efficiency.

This role requires 1–5 years supervisory experience and working knowledge of WMS.