Inventory Control Supervisor

Ferrara; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking an Inventory Control Supervisor to oversee daily inventory operations. Responsible for supervising the inventory team, ensuring accuracy in records, and coordinating with departments to facilitate optimal inventory management. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, a background in supply chain or business, and experience with SAP. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the operational excellence at Ferrara.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including paid time off

Eligible for annual bonus based on company performance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in inventory control or supply chain in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience required.
• Experience with cycle count programs and variance resolution.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead inventory control team members for safe and efficient operations.
• Develop and manage inventory control plans, ensuring execution.
• Lead investigations for inventory variances and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Operations

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

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Work Location: Chicago

Chicago - 31st Street location

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The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily inventory operations, ensuring accurate inventory records, minimizing discrepancies, and maintaining efficient inventory processes. This role supervises inventory staff and coordinates with warehouse, purchasing, and logistics teams to ensure optimal inventory accuracy and availability.

Ways you will make a difference

• Supervise and lead inventory control team members for safe and efficient production supply, warehouse, outside storage, and all inbound and outbound shipments
• Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly inventory control plans, ensuring execution and follow-up
• Lead root-cause investigations for inventory variances; implement corrective actions and continuous improvements
• Maintain accurate inventory records using SAP, ensuring data integrity of location configurations, unit-of-measure settings, Bill-of-Materials, and transaction documentation
• Oversee regular cycle counts, audits, and reconciliation of physical inventory
• Coordinate with other departments (e.g., Warehouse, Procurement, Production) to ensure inventory accuracy and availability
• Monitor and report key inventory metrics (e.g., shrinkage, stock turns, accuracy rate)
• Facilitate training and development for team members on inventory processes, policies, and safety standards
• Participate in physical inventories and provide leadership during inventory events
  
  

Skills that will make you successful

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to guide, motivate, and develop front-line staff
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, driving for results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  
  

Experiences that will support your success

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in inventory control or supply chain in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience required
• Experience with cycle count programs, physical inventory processes, and variance resolution
• Proficiency with SAP or similar ERP required
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma a plus
  
  

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR

Compensation

$85,680 - $128,520

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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