Inventory Control Manager

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 a family-owned and operated wholesale contact lens distributor and buying group. We pride ourselves in projecting a professional image to our customers that is both confident and enthusiastic. Our commitment to exceeding customer expectations and creating long lasting relationships is driven by our dedicated Associates. Being part of a family-owned company like Fait Distribution is something special. We’re a close-knit company where Associates are valued and truly drive and make an impact on our success. There are always exciting and new opportunities for you to advance your career and grow within our company. At Fait Distribution you will find a supportive and fast-paced environment with a fun work culture. We trust you will find employment here challenging, yet highly rewarding.

Job Description

Responsibilities: How This Position Supports The Vision

• Own the accuracy and integrity of inventory records, locations, counts, adjustments, and control processes.
• Establish and manage cycle count programs, inventory audits, discrepancy research, and corrective actions.
• Partner with Inbound and Outbound to investigate shorts, overages, mis-slots, damages, and transaction errors.
• Own or coordinate returns processes and ensure product disposition and system transactions are completed accurately.
• Monitor inventory accuracy by location, SKU, process, and root cause to identify recurring control failures.
• Lead audit readiness and documentation for inventory control procedures and internal requirements.
• Partner with Supply Chain on inventory availability, replenishment issues, and root-cause resolution.
• Develop Team Leads and Process Leads on inventory handling standards and discrepancy escalation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, Safety, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may substitute.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or a related operational environment; 2+ years of leadership experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use KPIs and operating data to identify issues, prioritize work, and drive corrective action.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with changing priorities and customer commitments.
• Strong personal accountability, integrity, flexibility, and commitment to safe, compliant, respectful operations.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, cycle counting, WMS transactions, audit practices, root-cause analysis, damages, and returns.

Additional Information

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