Inventory Control Supervisor

Noracfoods; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus incentives

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO & 401k match

FSA

Holidays

Employee product discount

Job summary

Noracfoods in Easton, PA is seeking an Inventory Control Supervisor to lead the site’s inventory governance, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and compliance for raw materials, packaging, semi-finished, and finished goods.

You will oversee inventory transactions, cycle counts, reconciliations, and lot traceability, partnering with Supply Planning, Purchasing, Production, Warehouse Ops, Quality, and Finance to support production continuity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in inventory control or related field.
• 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Knowledge of GMP, SQF, FDA and inventory compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with ERP and WMS and inventory reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Inventory Control team (Ingredients, Materials, FG).
• Establish priorities, assign workload, ensure execution of inventory control activities.
• Coach, train, and manage performance; drive continuous improvement.
• Own inventory accuracy, traceability, and control processes site-wide.
• Maintain inventory policies and standards; ensure FIFO/FEFO compliance.

Skills

Inventory control

Cycle counting

Root cause analysis

ERP

WMS

Cross-functional leadership

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related

Tools

ERP systems

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Overview

Description of the role: The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for leading and governing all inventory control activities across the Easton facility, ensuring accuracy, integrity, traceability, and compliance of raw materials, packaging, semi-finished goods, and finished goods inventory. It is the single point of accountability for inventory accuracy and governance. This role oversees inventory transactions, cycle counts, reconciliations, lot traceability, inventory adjustments, ERP inventory integrity, and the Inventory Control team, establishing processes, controls, and discipline to maintain alignment between physical inventory and system records. Partner with Supply Planning, Purchasing, Production, Warehouse Operations, Logistics, Quality, and Finance to support production continuity, inventory availability, traceability compliance, and the One Supply operating model through centralized inventory ownership and governance.

Responsibilities

Inventory Leadership & Management

• Lead and develop the Inventory Control team, including Ingredients, Materials, and Finished Goods
• Establish priorities, assign workload, and ensure execution of inventory control activities
• Provide coaching, training, performance management, and continuous development
• Foster a culture of accountability, process discipline, and continuous improvement

Inventory Control & Governance

• Own inventory accuracy, traceability, and inventory control processes across the facility
• Establish and maintain inventory control policies, procedures, and standards
• Ensure compliance with FIFO, FEFO, lot traceability, and inventory management requirements
• Lead inventory-related continuous improvement initiatives
• Own the site cycle count program and annual physical inventory process
• Ensure cycle counts are executed according to established schedules and procedures
• Review count results, investigate variances, and validate corrective actions
• Monitor compliance with cycle count requirements and inventory control standards
• Establish clear ownership and accountability for inventory control activities across ingredients, materials, and finished goods
• Develop and maintain inventory governance processes that support the One Supply operating model

Inventory Accuracy & Reconciliation

• Own inventory accuracy across all inventory categories
• Oversee cycle counts, physical inventories, reconciliations, and inventory adjustments
• Investigate significant discrepancies and implement corrective actions
• Drive root cause analysis for recurring inventory issues
• Ensure inventory transactions are accurate, timely, and properly documented
• Monitor ERP inventory integrity and enforce transaction discipline
• Audit inventory transactions and identify opportunities to improve controls
• Review and approve inventory adjustments in accordance with established controls and authorization levels
• Monitor inventory-related losses, write-offs, and adjustment trends and implement corrective actions to reduce financial impact
• Partner with Finance to ensure inventory transactions and balances reflect operational activity

Traceability & Compliance

• Ensure complete lot traceability across ingredients, materials, work-in-process, and finished goods
• Support internal, customer, regulatory, and food safety audits
• Ensure inventory practices comply with SQF, FDA, customer, and company requirements
• Lead inventory-related investigations during recalls, mock recalls, or traceability exercises
• Partner with various functions to support inventory accuracy and material availability

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises the Inventory Team of 3 direct reports including 1 lead and 2 controllers

In addition to the specific duties outlined, you may be required to perform other tasks and responsibilities as deemed necessary by your manager. These tasks will be relevant to your role and within the scope of your area of expertise.

Education & Experience

Education:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, Business, or related field preferred

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, materials management, or supply chain
• 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of GMP, SQF, FDA, and inventory compliance requirements

Skills

• Strong knowledge of inventory control principles, cycle counting, reconciliation, lot traceability, and inventory transactions
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis skills
• Proficiency with ERP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory reporting tools
• Experience in food manufacturing, consumer packaged goods, or other regulated environments preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence change, and improve operational performance

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to walk, sit, bend, kneel, climb, and stoop for extended periods
• Able to ascend and descend stairs or ladders
• Lift/Carry/Move heavy objects up to 50 lbs
• Use hands to handle, control or feel objects
• Seeing details of objects at distance
• Read safety signage and warning signs
• Hearing and recognizing sounds
• Make quick precise adjustments to machinery
• Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble
• React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet
• Wear and use required personal protective equipment
• Work with chemicals
• Comply with good manufacturing process equipment requirements (clean uniform, hair restraints, etc.)
• Remove required equipment upon exiting plant floor
• Perform appropriate hand sanitation requirements

Job Type & Location

• Full Time, In-person
• Exempt

Location: Easton, PA

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Supplemental insurance programs including life, critical, accidental, short-term disability
• Access to stress-management counseling and discounts on health and fitness products
• Generous PTO policy and 401k plan with a 3% employer match
• 9 paid company holidays
• 40% discount on all company products

We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace, free from discrimination. Our recruitment process is based solely on qualifications and skills, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We adhere to all applicable laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination in employment.