Inventory Control Team Lead

taylor; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Corporation’s Taylor Visual Impressions division in Duluth, GA is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Team Lead. You will guide the day‑to‑day inventory functions, drive accuracy, and partner with warehouse, production, purchasing, and operations to improve performance.

The role requires leadership, continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to identify opportunities, solve problems, and train staff on inventory best practices while ensuring data integrity in ERP/WMS systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, logistics, or related field.
• Experience leading or directing work in a warehouse or manufacturing setting.
• Experience with inventory management or ERP/WMS systems.
• Strong Excel skills with inventory reporting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to build cross-department relationships.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and inventory accuracy.
• Ability to operate or become certified on warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day inventory control activities to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Serve as the primary contact for inventory questions and discrepancies.
• Coordinate and prioritize inventory activities including cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Monitor inventory levels and material flow to support production schedules.
• Investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Train, mentor, and provide guidance on inventory best practices.
• Partner with receiving, shipping, production, and purchasing to resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and data in ERP/WMS.

Skills

Inventory control

Leadership

Excel

Communication

Analytical thinking

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

Job description

Come Work with Us!

1,000 New Hire Incentive

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Taylor Corporation is a growing, dynamic company with big plans for the future-and our people. Family-owned and proud of it, we power our employees' potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. We're passionate about our work, believe there is always a better way, and are committed to long‑term success.

Your Opportunity:

Taylor Visual Impressions, a division of Taylor Corporation, is seeking an experienced and proactive Inventory Control Team Lead to join our operations team in Duluth, GA.

This role serves as the day‑to‑day leader of the inventory function, ensuring inventory accuracy, material availability, and efficient inventory processes throughout the facility. The Inventory Control Team Lead will partner closely with warehouse, production, purchasing, and operations teams to drive accountability, resolve inventory issues, and improve overall operational performance.

The ideal candidate combines strong inventory management experience with leadership skills, a continuous improvement mindset, and the initiative to identify opportunities, solve problems, and influence positive change. This individual will serve as the facility's inventory subject matter expert and play a critical role in establishing best practices that support operational excellence and customer success.

Work Authorization

To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Schedule

1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead day‑to‑day inventory control activities across the facility to ensure inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.


• Serve as the primary point of contact for inventory‑related questions, discrepancies, and process improvements.


• Coordinate and prioritize inventory activities, including cycle counts, audits, inventory adjustments, and reconciliations.


• Monitor inventory levels and material flow to support production schedules and customer commitments.


• Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement sustainable corrective actions.


• Drive accountability for inventory accuracy throughout warehouse and production operations.


• Train, mentor, and provide guidance to inventory team members and warehouse personnel on inventory best practices.


• Partner with receiving, shipping, production, and purchasing teams to resolve inventory and material flow issues.


• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure data integrity within ERP and warehouse management systems.


• Generate, analyze, and communicate inventory metrics, trends, and key performance indicators.


• Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy, efficiency, and overall warehouse performance.


• Develop, document, and maintain inventory‑related standard operating procedures, work instructions, and training materials.


• Support leadership in establishing inventory control standards and best practices.


• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, material flow, and process efficiency.


• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and safety requirements.


• Act as the facility subject matter expert for inventory‑related processes and systems.


• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, cherry pickers, and other material handling equipment as needed.

You Must Have:

• 5+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, logistics, supply chain, or a related field.


• Previous experience leading, coordinating, training, mentoring, or directing the work of others in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.


• Experience working with inventory management systems, ERP systems, or warehouse management systems.


• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with inventory reporting and analysis.


• Proven ability to investigate inventory discrepancies and identify root causes.


• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Demonstrated ability to build productive working relationships across departments.


• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.


• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment or willingness to become certified.

Requirements Within This Position:

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the facility.


• Regularly lift, push, pull, and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.


• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.


• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others will understand.


• Regularly operate warehouse equipment and computer systems.

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