Inventory Control Supervisor

Ontex; Stokesdale (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontex is seeking an Inventory Control Supervisor to lead a warehouse-based team, drive inventory accuracy, and partner with Production, Purchasing, Shipping, Receiving, and Quality to ensure material availability.

The role emphasizes cycle counting, continuous improvement, and strict adherence to FIFO/FEFO, with experience in ERP/WMS systems and strong analytical abilities to reduce discrepancies and carrying costs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate/bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years in inventory control, logistics, or warehouse operations.
• Familiarity with ERP/WMS systems (SAP, Oracle) and inventory principles (FIFO, lot tracking).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead inventory control team, including scheduling and coaching.
• Support annual/quarterly physical inventories and post-audit analyses.
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives for continuous improvement.
• Coordinate annual physical inventories and assist audits.
• Analyze root causes of inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with IT, Planning, and Operations to improve ERP/WMS data accuracy.
• Monitor stock levels to ensure material availability and minimize obsolescence.
• Ensure FIFO/FEFO compliance and proper lot traceability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Excel

Power BI

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Multitasking

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

At Ontex, we are making everyday life easier across generations. Worldwide our 5,500 colleagues are taking pride in their work, guided by our values - Passion, Reliability, Integrity, Drive and Everyone. Every day they are developing, producing, and distributing affordable and sustainable baby, woman and adult personal care products.

As a leading international provider of personal hygiene solutions for retailer brands and healthcare partners, founded in Belgium in 1979 and listed on Euronext Brussels, we believe that innovation should be accessible to everyone.

As we continue being 'Here for you', we're looking for an Inventory Control Supervisor to join our Supply Chain, Planning, Logistics team.

Job Purpose

The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all inventory control activities within a manufacturing and warehouse environment. This role ensures inventory accuracy, maintains efficient inventory processes, supports production operations, and leads a team responsible for cycle counting, inventory transactions, and inventory reconciliation. The supervisor works closely with Production, Purchasing, Shipping, Receiving, and Quality to ensure material availability while minimizing inventory discrepancies and carrying costs.

Job complexity and challenges

• Follow service level target at 3 PLs
• Optimize supply chain costs and distribution flows
• SAP key user
• Identify cost implications of budget pressures
• Experience of working to tight deadlines, often under pressure, effectively and often without close supervision

Job Accountability

• Supervise and lead inventory control team including scheduling, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Support annual and quarterly physical inventory audits, including pre- and post-audit analysis.
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures and best practices to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and 5S methodologies.
• Coordinate annual physical inventories and support internal and external audits.
• Conduct root cause analysis of recurring inventory discrepancies and develop sustainable corrective actions.
• Perform targeted cycle counts, reconciliation, and validation for project-related materials.
• Partner with IT, Planning, and Operations to improve ERP or WMS system data accuracy.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure adequate material availability for production while reducing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Ensure compliance with FIFO/FEFO, lot traceability and other inventory management requirements as applicable.
• Analyze data trends to identify improvement opportunities in material flow, put-away, and retrieval accuracy.
• Coordinate pilot programs and trials for new inventory-related technologies or processes.
• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for assigned inventory-related projects.
• Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards during all project activities.

Job requirements

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in inventory control, logistics, or warehouse operations.
• Proven experience leading or supporting improvement projects.
• Familiarity with ERP/WMS systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of inventory principles (FIFO, lot tracking).

Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or data visualization tools.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Self‑motivated and detail‑oriented with strong follow‑through.
• Forklift certification or material handling experience a plus

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, walk, and move throughout the warehouse for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Exposure to warehouse environments with varying temperatures and noise levels.

Direct Accountability and Scope Factors

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Project Completion Rate (on time / within scope)
• Inventory Accuracy Improvement
• Reduction in Root Cause Recurrence
• Process Efficiency Gains (time or cost savings)
• Compliance with Safety and Quality Standards