Inventory Control Supervisor - 1st shift

Arvato; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/Disabil

401(k) with company matching

Paid Time Off & holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary benefits (legal/financial,宠

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement & scholarships

Commuter benefits

Employee engagement activities

Job summary

Arvato is seeking an Inventory Control Supervisor to oversee inventory operations in a high‑volume Louisville warehouse. You will lead teams, coordinate shipping/receiving, and ensure accurate stock levels using SAP, WMS, Kronos, and Excel.

The role emphasizes KPI performance, audits, cross‑functional coordination, and ongoing process improvements. Monday‑Friday, 8:00–4:30, at 2500 Export Drive in Louisville, KY, with strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a warehouse or inventory management environment.
• APICS CPIM certification preferred.
• Proficiency with SAP, WMS, and other warehouse management systems.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel, and Windows operating systems.
• Excellent mathematical skills for inventory analysis and management.
• Knowledge of traffic coordination and experience managing large volumes of orders.
• Experience with Cherry Picker/Reach Truck operation.
• Shift hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Work location: 2500 Export Drive, Louisville, KY 40219

Responsibilities

• Overseeing inventory management activities, including the coordination of shipping, receiving, and traffic management.
• Work closely with all departments to coordinate inventory-related tasks and maintain order accuracy.
• Monitor and evaluate employee performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular feedback.
• Develop and maintain cycle‑count and inventory‑control processes to ensure accurate stock levels.
• Document, update, and ensure adherence to inventory procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain appropriate levels of inventory supplies and equipment for operational efficiency.
• Update and maintain warehouse management systems (WMS), Kronos, and relevant metrics in Excel.
• Conduct variance investigations and complete audit documentation to ensure inventory accuracy.

Skills

Inventory management

Leadership

KPI tracking

Excel

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

APICS CPIM (preferred)

Tools

SAP

WMS

Kronos

Cherry Picker/Reach Truck

Job description

Arvato is an innovative and leading global 3PL service provider in supply chain management and e-commerce. With 20,000 team members at over 100 locations, we focus on the Consumer Products, Tech, Healthcare, Automotive and Publisher industries.
You will work in an environment built on collaboration, respect, commitment and curiosity, where you can grow, contribute your ideas, and make an impact. Be part of the team that delivers logistics excellence and shapes supply chains globally. Working at Arvato means: Together, we’re on it.

Job Description

We are seeking an Inventory Control Supervisor to oversee inventory operations, lead teams, and ensure accurate stock levels in a high‑volume warehouse environment. The ideal candidate is proficient in SAP, WMS, Kronos, and Excel, with a strong focus on KPI performance, audits, and cross‑functional coordination to support Arvato’s operational excellence.

YOUR TASKS

• Overseeing inventory management activities, including the coordination of shipping, receiving, and traffic management.
• Work closely with all departments to coordinate inventory-related tasks and maintain order accuracy.
• Monitor and evaluate employee performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular feedback.
• Develop and maintain cycle‑count and inventory‑control processes to ensure accurate stock levels.
• Document, update, and ensure adherence to inventory procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain appropriate levels of inventory supplies and equipment for operational efficiency.
• Update and maintain warehouse management systems (WMS), Kronos, and relevant metrics in Excel.
• Conduct variance investigations and complete audit documentation to ensure inventory accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a warehouse or inventory management environment.
• APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) certification preferred.
• Proficiency with SAP, WMS, and other warehouse management systems.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel, and Windows operating systems.
• Excellent mathematical skills for inventory analysis and management.
• Knowledge of traffic coordination and experience managing large volumes of orders.
• Experience with Cherry Picker/Reach Truck operation.
• Shift hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Work location: 2500 Export Drive, Louisville, KY 40219

Additional Information

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay.
• 401(k) with company matching up to 6%.
• Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Voluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Ongoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee engagement activities.

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