Inventory Control Supervisor

Family Fare, LLC; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SpartanNash is seeking a Warehouse Inventory Control Supervisor to oversee day-to-day inventory control activities, ensure policy compliance, and drive process improvements across distribution operations in Indianapolis.

This role leads hourly associates, partners cross-functionally, and ensures accurate reporting, safety, and SOX compliance. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in warehouse distribution with inventory control and supervisory experience, plus strong MS Office and WMS knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (Required) or GED.
• Three years warehouse distribution experience to include one year of Inventory Control experience.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organization, prioritization, problem-solving, decision-making, analytical and business acumen skills.
• Must be able to multi-task and have good follow-through to meet deadlines.
• Must have good leadership and training skills; ability to work with all levels of management and line associates.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or maintain strong working relationships with cross-functional departments to coordinate inventory management activities.
• Schedule and assign work to inventory control associates to complete workload efficiently while maintaining accuracy and safety.
• Review inventory gain/loss and salvage lines and research high cost/quantity variance.
• Participate in warehouse layout reviews for effectiveness and efficiency.
• Oversee recording and product movement for salvage sales and return-to-vendor transactions.
• Ensure compliance with internal, external and SOX audit requirements.
• Oversee selection audit activity and reporting.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness and security of the work environment.
• Report and address any issues or work-related injuries.
• Coordinate and lead pre-shift meetings and communicate with associates.
• Responsible for department management including staffing, training, performance management and career development.
• Understand financial impact of inventory results for each business unit.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory control

Team supervision

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Excel and Word)

COGNOS

WMS/EXE

Job description

Location

8735 E 33rd Street - Indianapolis, Indiana 46226-6528

Position Summary

This role is responsible for the supervision of day-to-day inventory control activities. Oversee and ensure compliance with the inventory policy and process, ensure accurate and timely reporting, record retention, and directs hourly Associates. Partners with distribution management to recommend process improvement. Partners cross-functionally to ensure inventory integrity and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or maintain strong working relationships with cross-functional departments as necessary to coordinate inventory management activities and to ensure prompt and timely resolution of any issues.
• Schedule and assign work to inventory control associates to complete workload in a timely and efficient manner while maintaining accuracy, and safe work environment; plan and schedule activities to control costs on labor and supplies.
• Review inventory gain/loss line and salvage line and research items of high cost/quantity variance.
• Participate in the review of warehouse layout, item slotting for effectiveness, execution and operational efficiency.
• Oversee the recording and product movement for salvage sales and return to vendor transactions and ensure product recoup efforts are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with internal, external and Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) audit requirements.
• Oversee selection audit activity and reporting.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness and security of the work environment.
• Report and/or address any issues or work-related injuries.
• Coordinate and lead pre-shift meetings and ensure timely communication with associates on various topics.
• Responsible for department management including staffing, training, performance management and career development of associates, and developing and achieving department goals.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
• Understand financial impact of inventory results for each business unit

Requirements

• High School Diploma (Required) or GED.
• Three years warehouse distribution experience to include one year of Inventory Control experience.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organization, prioritization, problem-solving, decision-making, analytical and business acumen skills.
• Must be able to multi-task and have good follow-through to meet deadlines.
• Must have good leadership and training skills; ability to work with all levels of management and line associates.
• Ability to work flexible hours based on business needs.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel and Word).
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems and database management tools (i.e., COGNOS, WMS/EXE, billing system, etc.) helpful.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must frequently sit, walk and stand, use hands to handle, grasp, and twist objects, tools, or controls, and use both feet for repetitive movements as in operating foot controls. Must frequently walk, talk, crouch, kneel, bend, stoop, twist, and reach with the hands and arms. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds with assistance as needed. While performing the duties of this position, employees are subject to a warehouse environment and may frequently be exposed to changes in temperature and humidity based on assignment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Employees must be able to work weekends, holidays, days and night hours, and overtime as necessary and as assigned, and must be able to work in the condition specified for 8-10 hours shift as assigned. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

Benefits

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

Equal Opportunity

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.

Company Overview

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is a leader in food solutions across the United States. Established in 1918, C&S had its start as a supplier to independent grocery stores. Today, the C&S family of companies — including Grocers Supply, Hansen Distribution Group, FreshKo Produce Services, The Davidson Specialty Food Group and SpartanNash — delivers innovative supply chain solutions, products and services to chain, independent and military customers from 60 distribution centers nationwide.

C&S offers a comprehensive range of products for every aisle of the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods, including within our private label portfolio.

C&S operates more than 200 corporate-run grocery stores primarily under the banners: D&W Fresh Market, Grand Union, Family Fare, Martin's Super Markets and Piggly Wiggly.

C&S is deeply committed to corporate citizenship, actively supporting various charitable causes that help enrich and feed our communities.