Inventory Control Manager

MRA-The Management Association; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Triad Technologies in Vandalia, OH is seeking an Inventory Control Manager to oversee and optimize inventory levels across the distribution environment. You will drive accuracy through cycle counts, SOPs, and ERP/WMS utilization while coordinating with purchasing, warehouse, and sales teams to align supply with demand.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in inventory control or related fields, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in inventory control, supply chain, or warehouse management in a distribution environment.
• Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Epicor).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and effectively communicate with various departments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records through systematic cycle counts, audits, and reconciliation.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in collaboration with warehouse and purchasing teams.
• Ensure stock levels align with operational needs while minimizing overstock and stockouts.
• Implement and enforce inventory control policies and best practices.
• Collaborate with purchasing and sales teams to forecast demand and adjust inventory accordingly.
• Work closely with warehouse staff to optimize storage solutions and material handling.
• Monitor vendor performance related to lead times and product availability.
• Identify inefficiencies in inventory management and recommend improvements.
• Ensure effective use of ERP/WMS systems to streamline inventory tracking and reporting.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for inventory management.
• Prepare and present inventory performance reports to leadership.
• Monitor and report on slow-moving or obsolete stock, recommending action plans.
• Ensure inventory management processes align with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a safe and organized work environment in warehouse operations.
• Analyze and manage inventory trends, accuracy percentage, turnover rate, reduction in stock discrepancies, on-time cycle count completion, and inventory shrinkage percentage.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

Tools

SAP

NetSuite

Epicor

Job description

Inventory Control Manager

Triad Technologies
Vandalia, OH

The Inventory Control Manager is responsible for overseeing and maintaining accurate inventory levels, optimizing stock management processes, and ensuring operational efficiency. This role involves coordinating with purchasing, warehouse, and sales teams to align inventory with demand while minimizing excess and obsolete stock. The Inventory Control Manager will also drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inventory accuracy, reduce costs, and improve workflow efficiency. This is a full‑time position, M – F, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with a 10% expectation of domestic travel.

• Maintain accurate inventory records through systematic cycle counts, audits, and reconciliation.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in collaboration with warehouse and purchasing teams.
• Ensure stock levels align with operational needs while minimizing overstock and stockouts.
• Implement and enforce inventory control policies and best practices.
• Collaborate with purchasing and sales teams to forecast demand and adjust inventory accordingly.
• Work closely with warehouse staff to optimize storage solutions and material handling.
• Monitor vendor performance related to lead times and product availability.
• Identify inefficiencies in inventory management and recommend improvements.
• Ensure effective use of ERP/WMS systems to streamline inventory tracking and reporting.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for inventory management.
• Prepare and present inventory performance reports to leadership.
• Monitor and report on slow‑moving or obsolete stock, recommending action plans.
• Ensure inventory management processes align with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a safe and organized work environment in warehouse operations.
• Analyze and manage inventory trends, accuracy percentage, turnover rate, reduction in stock discrepancies, on‑time cycle count completion, and inventory shrinkage percentage.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in inventory control, supply chain, or warehouse management in a distribution environment.
• Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Epicor).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Detail‑oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and effectively communicate with various departments.