Inventory & Logistics Supervisor

Kasa Companies; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kasa Companies in Salina, KS is seeking an Inventory Supervisor to oversee all inventory activities across manufacturing and warehouse operations. You will ensure accuracy, optimize levels, and support production with timely material availability.

The role collaborates with Purchasing, Production, Engineering, Scheduling, and Project Management to reduce carrying costs and improve efficiency. Requires 5+ years in inventory leadership and strong ERP/MRP exposure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of inventory leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing inventory control principles.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as ABAS, SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Odoo, or similar.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain inventory control processes and procedures.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliation activities.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory transactions and ensure timely and accurate system updates.
• Maintain inventory integrity within ERP/MRP systems.
• Coordinate with Purchasing to maintain adequate inventory levels while minimizing excess inventory.
• Support production planning through material availability analysis.
• Identify slow-moving, obsolete, and excess inventory and develop reduction plans.
• Manage receiving, storage, material handling, and shipping activities.
• Optimize warehouse layout and material flow processes.
• Implement lean manufacturing and warehouse best practices.
• Develop and maintain inventory performance metrics.
• Prepare weekly and monthly inventory reports.
• Lead inventory accuracy and warehouse improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

English communication

Education

5+ years inventory leadership experience in manufacturing

3+ years supervisory experience

Tools

ABAS ERP

SAP ERP

Oracle ERP

Epicor ERP

Odoo

Job description

Location: Salina, KS

Job Id:289

# of Openings:1

The Inventory Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all inventory-related activities across the manufacturing facility and warehouse operations. This role ensures accurate inventory records, optimal inventory levels, efficient material flow, and timely availability of materials to support production schedules and customer deliveries. The Inventory Supervisor works closely with Purchasing, Production, Engineering, Scheduling, and Project Management teams to maintain inventory accuracy, reduce carrying costs, and improve operational efficiency.

• Develop and maintain inventory control processes and procedures.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliation activities.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory transactions and ensure timely and accurate system updates.
• Maintain inventory integrity within ERP/MRP systems.
• Coordinate with Purchasing to maintain adequate inventory levels while minimizing excess inventory.
• Support production planning through material availability analysis.
• Identify slow-moving, obsolete, and excess inventory and develop reduction plans through partnering with engineering.
• Manage receiving, storage, material handling, and shipping activities.
• Ensure inventory is properly labeled, stored, and protected from damage.
• Optimize warehouse layout and material flow processes.
• Implement best practices for inventory organization and warehouse efficiency.
• Develop and maintain inventory performance metrics.
• Prepare weekly and monthly inventory reports.
• Support financial audits and inventory-related accounting activities.
• Provide recommendations to improve inventory utilization and working capital performance.
• Lead inventory accuracy and warehouse improvement initiatives.
• Implement lean manufacturing and warehouse best practices.
• Participate in ERP system enhancements and process improvements.
• Drive root-cause analysis for inventory variances and operational inefficiencies.
• Maintain and manage a robust logistics partnerships to ensure timely and quality delivery of goods to our customers.

Other Duties

• Exemplifies Kasa Values including Customer Empathy, Trust, Teamwork, Sense of Urgency and Problem Solving.
• Demonstrates Kasa’s Behavioral Norms including Be Present, Speak Your Truth, Attend to Safety & Be Open to Outcomes.
• Represents the face of Kasa to our customers and upholds the Kasa brand.
• Complies with all safety policies and procedures.
• Complies with all attendance standards and company policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise warehouse, receiving, shipping, and inventory control personnel.
• Establish performance expectations and provide coaching and development.
• Coordinate staffing levels to support operational requirements.
• Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized work area.
• Follow all PPE, Safety, and material handling guidelines.

Training Required

• PCM Training recommended.
• KCU training requirements TBD

Education & Experience

• 5+ years of inventory leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing inventory control principles.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as ABAS, SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Odoo, or similar.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions, either written or verbal, diagram or schedule.
• Maintains an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and subordinates in a one-on-one and/or group setting.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, and dimensions.
• Ability to work with fractions and decimals, converting them back and forth.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
• Ability to multi-task in a high pace environment.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail a must.
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize time and various projects.
Ability to work with confidential data.
• Skills in organization, prioritization and time management.
• Work under stress to meet project deadlines and minute attention to detail.

This position operates in both an office and manufacturing production environment. It routinely requires the use of computers, phones, and other office equipment while also spending significant time on the production floor. The position is exposed to moving mechanical parts, electrical equipment, airborne particles, and varying noise levels. Typical work schedules may include extended hours, and overtime as required to support operational demands.