Inventory & Warehouse Manager – Lead, Optimize & Scale

LHH; Villa Park (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus offered

Health, dental, and vision, life, STD/

401(k) offering

Paid time off and holidays (120 hours)

Paid sick leave where applicable by州

Job summary

LHH seeks an Inventory Manager in Illinois to own inventory control and warehouse operations for a growing manufacturing organization. This hands‑on leadership role focuses on improving systems, warehouse layout, inventory accuracy, and material flow as the business evolves.

You will lead the inventory team, manage cycle counts and ERP controls, oversee receiving and shipping, and drive material-flow improvements with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in inventory, warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of inventory control and warehouse processes.
• Experience with ERP systems and Excel.
• Strong project management, continuous improvement, and problem‑solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the inventory team.
• Own inventory accuracy, cycle counting, and ERP inventory controls.
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, picking, and shipping activities.
• Improve material flow and FIFO processes throughout the operation.
• Lead warehouse layout, organization, and space‑utilization projects.
• Partner with production and operations to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Identify and implement process improvements that support efficiency and scalability.
• Maintain safe and effective material‑handling practices.

Skills

Project management

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Strong understanding of inventory and仓

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

LHH seeks an Inventory Manager in Illinois to own inventory control and warehouse operations for a growing manufacturing organization. This hands‑on leadership role focuses on improving systems, warehouse layout, inventory accuracy, and material flow as the business evolves.

You will lead the inventory team, manage cycle counts and ERP controls, oversee receiving and shipping, and drive material-flow improvements with a focus on safety and efficiency.