Inventory Control Leader: Drive Accuracy & Efficiency

Advance Auto Parts; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts is seeking an Inventory Control Manager for our distribution center in La Vergne, TN. You will lead the inventory control team, drive accuracy, oversee audits, and partner with Operations and Supply Chain to optimize processes and reduce shrink.

You will develop strategies, coach staff, and report performance to leadership, while ensuring compliance, safety, and cost-effective operations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of inventory control, warehouse, distribution, or supply chain experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams in a distribution, manufacturing, or warehouse environment.
• Experience managing inventory audits, cycle counting programs, and financial inventory controls.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and inventory management applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all inventory control operations and processes within the distribution center.
• Develop and execute strategies to achieve inventory accuracy, shrink, and operational performance goals.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for Inventory Control associates and supervisors.
• Oversee cycle count programs, audits, and physical inventory activities to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Analyze inventory discrepancies and partner with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Establish and maintain inventory control policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Monitor inventory transactions, adjustments, and system activities to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Review inventory performance metrics and communicate results to site and corporate leadership.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, process efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Partner with Operations leadership to improve inventory-related processes including receiving, putaway, replenishment, selection, and shipping.
• Ensure inventory control processes support customer service, productivity, and financial objectives.
• Manage and support Warehouse Management System (WMS) inventory functions, testing, and process enhancements.
• Develop action plans to address inventory risks, trends, and operational challenges.
• Prepare and present inventory performance updates, recommendations, and improvement plans to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage departmental staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory control

Data analysis

WMS experience

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

WMS systems

Job description

Advance Auto Parts is seeking an Inventory Control Manager for our distribution center in La Vergne, TN. You will lead the inventory control team, drive accuracy, oversee audits, and partner with Operations and Supply Chain to optimize processes and reduce shrink.

You will develop strategies, coach staff, and report performance to leadership, while ensuring compliance, safety, and cost-effective operations in a fast-paced environment.