Inventory Control Manager

R A Pearson Company; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

R A Pearson Company is seeking a Warehouse Manager to lead warehouse operations in Spokane, WA. You will drive strategy, oversee inventory staff, manage budgets, and push continuous improvement initiatives to ensure safety, quality, inventory accuracy, and top-tier customer service.

The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, experience with ERP systems and Excel, and a proven track record in inventory management within manufacturing, distribution, or retail settings.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in inventory management ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• 5+ years of experience in inventory management in manufacturing, distribution, or retail.
• Leadership and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead inventory control and warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and shipping.
• Develop inventory and warehouse strategies to improve efficiency, service levels, and cost.
• Set goals and KPIs; analyze data and implement corrective actions.
• Manage inventory team, labor planning, staffing, and productivity.
• Maintain high inventory accuracy through effective processes.
• Ensure safety, regulatory, and company standards compliance.
• Develop and manage budgets and operating expenses.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Collaborate with transportation, procurement, manufacturing, and customer service to support objectives.
• Monitor KPIs and adjust actions as needed.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Excellent organizational skills

Strong leadership

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Description

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, strategy, and performance of warehouse operations. This role oversees inventory staff, manages budgets and resources, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures operational excellence in safety, quality, inventory management, and customer service.

PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Lead inventory control and warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and shipping.
2. Develop and implement inventory and warehouse strategies to improve efficiency, service levels, and cost performance.
3. Establish operational goals and KPIs; analyze data and implement corrective actions as needed.
4. Manage the inventory team and support their development, including labor planning, staffing levels, and workforce productivity.
5. Maintain high levels of inventory accuracy through effective inventory management processes.
6. Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and company standards, including support for facility audits.
7. Develop and manage budgets and operating expenses.
8. Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies, and evaluate technology and automation opportunities to improve performance; partner with transportation, procurement, manufacturing, and customer service teams to support business objectives.
9. Establish operational goals and monitor performance against KPIs, implementing corrective actions as needed.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in inventory management ERP systems and Microsoft Excel or similar tools for data analysis.
• Proven 5 years’ experience in inventory management, preferably in a manufacturing, distribution, or retail environment.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Financial and budget management experience.
• Expertise in warehouse management systems and inventory controls.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Team leadership and excellent communication skills

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform routine facility inspections.

Key Performance Indicators (KPI's)

• Inventory accuracy
• Labor productivity
• Order fulfillment performance
• Warehouse operating costs
• Safety performance
• Customer service levels
• Employee retention and engagement
• Continuous improvement savings and efficiency gains