Inventory Control Supervisor: Lead & Optimize Warehouse Ops

Capitol-City-Produce; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitol City Produce in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Supervisor to lead our inventory control team in a fast-paced, refrigerated distribution environment.

You will drive accuracy, coach a high-performing team, and partner with Operations, Purchasing, and Warehouse leadership to optimize cycle counts, audits, and ERP/WMS performance while upholding food safety standards and company values.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in inventory control, warehouse operations, or supervisory roles.
• Food distribution or high-volume warehouse experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management principles.
• Experience with ERP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• A continuous improvement mindset with strong attention to detail.
• High school diploma or GED; Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the Inventory Control team.
• Oversee daily inventory accuracy and stock integrity.
• Coordinate cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory audits.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and identify root causes.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within ERP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Partner with Operations, Purchasing, and Warehouse leadership to support demand planning.
• Improve inventory processes that reduce shrinkage and increase operational efficiency.
• Prepare inventory reports and communicate findings to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and company standards.

Skills

Inventory control

Leadership

WMS

ERP

Communication

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

ERP software

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Capitol City Produce in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Supervisor to lead our inventory control team in a fast-paced, refrigerated distribution environment.

You will drive accuracy, coach a high-performing team, and partner with Operations, Purchasing, and Warehouse leadership to optimize cycle counts, audits, and ERP/WMS performance while upholding food safety standards and company values.