Inventory Control Supervisor - Multi-Site Planning Lead

Westlake; Marion (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Retirement contribution

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a Supervisor – Inventory Control to lead inventory management, receiving, production planning and scheduling, and Product Data Management activities supporting our Marion, Bristol, and Westfield operations. The role provides leadership to ensure inventory accuracy and efficient production planning in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will supervise clerks, develop procedures, manage forecasting, and maintain data across JD Edwards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years' of direct inventory management and planning experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn concepts into actionable plans.
• Proven ability to lead through influence across departments and levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience with JD Edwards or similar database/ERP systems.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inventory control clerks, supply room personnel, and return goods coordinators.
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures that improve workflow, accuracy, performance, and compliance with company policies.
• Lead multi-site inventory management for raw materials, finished goods, and consignment locations.
• Oversee cycle counting, month-end inventory, year-end inventory, and related control processes.
• Support production scheduling and line configuration to maximize throughput, reduce downtime, and meet customer and inventory requirements.
• Develop annual SKU forecasts and manage related information in JD Edwards.
• Maintain Product Data Management processes, including creation and maintenance of JDE catalog items across branch plants.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve inventory, planning, scheduling, and operational issues.
• Provide coaching, direction, and support to team members to drive accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership through influence

Communication (written and verbal)

Attention to detail

Organization

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline

Tools

JD Edwards

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Westlake is seeking a Supervisor – Inventory Control to lead inventory management, receiving, production planning and scheduling, and Product Data Management activities supporting our Marion, Bristol, and Westfield operations. The role provides leadership to ensure inventory accuracy and efficient production planning in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will supervise clerks, develop procedures, manage forecasting, and maintain data across JD Edwards.