Manager, Inventory Control Center

Dollar Tree Stores; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plans with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Educational Assistance

PerkSpot access

Job summary

Dollar Tree’s Distribution Center is seeking an Inventory Control Center Manager to lead the operations across shifts, supervise up to three direct reports and 30 associates, and ensure inventory accuracy and efficiency. You will drive process improvements, coach staff, and collaborate across DC and Store Support Center to resolve inventory issues.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in inventory control leadership within an automated WMS environment, strong analytical and communication skills, and

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent work experience (5–7 years at a management level).
• 5–7 years supervisory experience in inventory control management within an automated WMS distribution center.
• Strong analytical, project management, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage teams and implement process improvements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Retek, RF devices, WMS systems (PkMS or Catalyst), and Labor Management systems (Argent).
• Ability to walk throughout the DC for extended periods and lift/move up to 60 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Inventory Control Center associates and direct reports, providing coaching, development, and performance feedback.
• Ensuring compliance with Distribution Center policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Direct scheduling and performance of inventory cycle counts and physical inventories.
• Analyze workflow trends and provide management with insight into potential risks, issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate communication with Store Support Center, stores, and DC management to provide timely solutions to inventory issues.
• Partner with Damaged/Returns area to ensure products are credited and managed effectively.
• Audit departmental processes including Receiving, Storage, Forklift, Shipping, Bulk, and Repack.
• Develop action plans that promote inventory accuracy through process improvements and best practices.
• Oversee facility IT functions as they relate to inventory and workflow management.
• Utilize WMS (Catalyst or PkMS), Labor Management systems (Argent), RF devices, and Microsoft Office to drive operational efficiency.
• Determine storage plans using data-driven insights to maximize productivity of pick and reserve locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Promote a safe and productive work environment, following all company policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

WMS systems

RF devices

Data-driven decisions

Education

College degree

Tools

Retek

PkMS

Catalyst

Argent

Job description

Inventory Control Center Manager Your analytical mindset, leadership skills, and process improvement focus make you a great fit for our Inventory Control Center Manager position. Join our dynamic team today and find a rewarding career with a company that values you and all you bring to the table.

Salary: $95K - 100k

About Your Role:

As a Inventory Control Center Manager at Dollar Tree’s Distribution Center, you’ll lead the Inventory Control Center operations across all shifts. You’ll manage a team of up to three direct reports and 30 associates, ensuring inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and adherence to company policies. Your day-to-day job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Inventory Control Leadership:

• Supervise Inventory Control Center associates and direct reports, providing coaching, development, and performance feedback
• Ensuring compliance with Distribution Center policies, procedures, and quality standards
• Direct scheduling and performance of inventory cycle counts and physical inventories
• Analyze workflow trends and provide management with insight into potential risks, issues, and improvement opportunities

Operational Excellence & Communication:

• Coordinate communication with Store Support Center, stores, and DC management to provide timely solutions to inventory issues
• Partner with Damaged/Returns area to ensure products are credited and managed effectively
• Audit departmental processes including Receiving, Storage, Forklift, Shipping, Bulk, and Repack
• Develop action plans that promote inventory accuracy through process improvements and best practices

Systems & Technology Management:

• Oversee facility IT functions as they relate to inventory and workflow management
• Utilize WMS (Catalyst or PkMS), Labor Management systems (Argent), RF devices, and Microsoft Office to drive operational efficiency
• Determine storage plans using data-driven insights to maximize productivity of pick and reserve locations

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform other duties as assigned by management
• Promote a safe and productive work environment, following all company policies and procedures

Your Required Skills and Experience:

• College degree or equivalent work experience (5–7 years at a management level)
• 5–7 years supervisory experience in inventory control management within an automated WMS distribution center
• Strong analytical, project management, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proven ability to manage teams and implement process improvements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Retek, RF devices, WMS systems (PkMS or Catalyst), and Labor Management systems (Argent)
• Ability to walk throughout the DC for extended periods and lift/move up to 60 lbs

Flexible to work varied shifts and hours; <10% overnight travel

Preferred Requirements:

• Prior experience in a high-volume retail distribution center
• Demonstrated success in leading inventory accuracy initiatives and operational efficiency projects

Our success is a team effort —

when we reach our goals, you’ll be eligible for a yearly bonus!

Your Perks and Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Educational Assistance
• Access to PerkSpot, an employee discount platform for goods and services
• And much more!

Who We Are:

At Dollar Tree, we make a difference in the lives of our customers every day by exceeding their expectations and delivering value – it’s what our business is built on. Our associates play an important role in this commitment by embracing change and showing up for their teams and their communities.

We see an exciting path forward as our company continues to grow and transform – and we know that this path starts with you.

Join our team today and discover The Value of You.

Dollar Tree is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. This is not to be considered a complete list of job duties, which appear in the job description for this position, and which may be amended from time to time at the discretion of Dollar Tree. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor.

Please note, this job description is not a contract of employment and may be modified to meet evolving business needs. Employment at Dollar Tree, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

Full time

300 Dollar Tree Lane,Joliet,Illinois 60436

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Dollar Tree