Kalamazoo Inventory Control Manager: Lead & Optimize

The Pivot Group Careers; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 79,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Manager for Kalamazoo, MI to lead accurate inventory processes and improve cycle counts.

You will oversee daily stock counts, reconcile discrepancies, and collaborate with production and purchasing to optimize materials, reduce shrinkage, and ensure ERP data integrity across manufacturing partners in Michigan.

This role requires strong analytical skills, ERP experience, and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of inventory control experience in manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with ERP or inventory management software.
• Strong spreadsheet skills for tracking and analysis.
• Knowledge of cycle counting and physical inventory methods.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Support audits by providing accurate inventory documentation.
• Oversee daily inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records in the inventory management system.
• Coordinate cycle counts and annual physical inventories.
• Monitor stock levels and flag reorder needs to purchasing.
• Investigate root causes of shrinkage and count errors.
• Train warehouse and production staff on inventory procedures.
• Prepare inventory reports for plant and operations leadership.

Skills

Inventory management

Cycle counting

Shrinkage analysis

Data integrity

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field

Tools

SAP

NetSuite

Oracle

Excel

ERP software

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Manager for Kalamazoo, MI to lead accurate inventory processes and improve cycle counts.

You will oversee daily stock counts, reconcile discrepancies, and collaborate with production and purchasing to optimize materials, reduce shrinkage, and ensure ERP data integrity across manufacturing partners in Michigan.

This role requires strong analytical skills, ERP experience, and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.