Inventory Control Supervisor: Lean & SAP Expert

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

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.