Inventory Control Supervisor

InterMetro Industries; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth potential

Impactful work

Health & wellness offerings

Challenging and fun atmosphere

Job summary

InterMetro Industries is seeking an Inventory Control Supervisor in Murfreesboro, TN to lead inventory accuracy and control programs across the distribution center. You will partner with operations, receiving, shipping, quality, and customer service to ensure records are correct and discrepancies are minimized.

You will supervise inventory control staff, mentor associates, and serve as SME for inventory processes, WMS, and accuracy initiatives while driving safety and efficiency in daily

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience in distribution or manufacturing setting.
• 1-3 years of supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control principles and warehouse operations.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP systems; Oracle strongly preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory accuracy and stock levels meeting company standards.
• Develop and monitor inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Oversee cycle count activities and physical inventory programs.
• Investigate discrepancies and determine root causes; perform reconciliations.

Skills

Inventory control

WMS

ERP systems

Excel

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, logistics

Experience may substitute education

Tools

Oracle

Job description

InterMetro Industries is seeking an Inventory Control Supervisor for our Murfreesboro, TN Distribution Center.

The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for ensuring inventory accuracy and integrity throughout the distribution center. This position leads inventory control activities, including cycle counting, reconciliation, location audits, process improvement initiatives, and inventory-related training. The Inventory Control Supervisor partners closely with operations, receiving, shipping, quality, and customer service teams to maintain accurate inventory records, reduce discrepancies, and support operational efficiency.

This role supervises Inventory Control associates and serves as the subject matter expert for inventory management processes, warehouse management systems (WMS), and inventory accuracy initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manages and maintains safe operating practices and conditions within assigned work areas. Leads by personally setting the example.
• Supervises work of others, including planning, assigning, and scheduling work, reviewing work and ensuring quality standards, training staff, and overseeing their productivity. May offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments, but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.
• Provides coaching and corrective actions to hourly associates who fail to meet established production, quality, attendance or other standards.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and stock levels that meet or exceed company standards.
• Develop, implement, and monitor inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Oversee daily cycle count activities and physical inventory programs.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and determine root causes.
• Perform inventory reconciliations and execute corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory transactions to ensure accuracy of receipts, transfers, adjustments, and shipments.
• Partner with Receiving, Shipping, and Operations teams to ensure inventory movement is accurately documented.
• Generate and analyze inventory reports, including inventory accuracy, cycle count results, inventory adjustments, obsolete inventory, and lost or damaged inventory.
• Review inventory trends and identify opportunities to improve inventory performance.
• Promote safety guidelines to reinforce and recognize safe work habits, identify training needs or initiate corrective action for team members.
• Maintain departmental goals set forth by Operations Manager including, overtime, quality and cost.
• Maintain fair and consistent relations with all employees. Consistently administer and maintain compliance with company policies
• Assists in planning, monitoring, and/or managing budget in functional areas of department to include overtime, supplies and other resources
• Manages vacation time, as well as all time and attendance activity for assigned personnel.
• Ensure all current and new employees under your supervision are trained in the Code of Business Ethics, in its meaning and application.
• Maintain a workplace environment that encourages frank and open communication, free from fear of reprisal, concerning compliance with the code and support the company's open-door policy
• Actively participates in Performance Excellence initiatives and seeks opportunities to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Coordinate annual physical inventory
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, logistics, or related field preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• 3 + years of related experience in distribution or manufacturing setting.
• 1-3 years of supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control principles and warehouse operations.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP systems; Oracle strongly preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

What We offer!

• Growth potential
• Ability to make an impact in an industry leading organization
• Health & wellness offerings
• Challenging and fun atmosphere: we love what we do, take pride in our work, and have fun doing it

InterMetro Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

No calls or agencies please. InterMetro Industries will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position, please email [e-mail]. Please allow for 24-48 hours for us to respond.