On-site Inventory Control Supervisor - Lead & Optimize

Bsc3pl; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluegrass Supply Chain in Findlay, OH is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Supervisor to oversee inventory accuracy at our Findlay Distribution Center. This hands-on leadership role manages cycle counts, discrepancy investigations, and a team to ensure reliable records.

The ideal candidate will have strong warehouse inventory experience, solid analytical skills, and the ability to drive accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement across receiving, storage, and shipping operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in inventory control or warehouse roles, including at least 3 years in a leadership position.
• Hands-on experience with WMS and inventory software.
• Strong understanding of cycle counting, FIFO/FEFO, receiving, shipping and inventory management processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, sorting and filtering.
• Knowledge of Lean principles, 5S, waste reduction, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily inventory control activities, including cycle counts and annual physical inventories.
• Monitor and report key inventory metrics, including accuracy, turns, shrinkage, and aged stock.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, damaged goods, and shrinkage while identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within the warehouse management system, including JD Edwards (JDE).
• Oversee scrap processes and coil room inventory, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting in JDE.
• Support receiving, put away, replenishment, and shipping processes to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and develop inventory control team members while establishing performance expectations.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse slotting, storage utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Enforce safety standards, OSHA requirements, and company policies, including proper forklift and equipment operation.
• Partner with operations, purchasing, finance, and customer service on inventory audits, returns, and reconciliations.

Skills

Leadership

Cycle counting

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Excel proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business

Tools

JD Edwards (JDE)

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Bluegrass Supply Chain in Findlay, OH is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Supervisor to oversee inventory accuracy at our Findlay Distribution Center. This hands-on leadership role manages cycle counts, discrepancy investigations, and a team to ensure reliable records.

The ideal candidate will have strong warehouse inventory experience, solid analytical skills, and the ability to drive accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement across receiving, storage, and shipping operations.