Senior Inventory Control Lead - Multi-Site Production

Westlake Chemical; Marion (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits effective day one

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance program

Fitness reimbursement program

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a Supervisor - Inventory Control to lead inventory management, receiving, production planning, and product data management across Marion, Bristol, and Westfield operations. This role provides leadership to ensure inventory accuracy, efficient planning, and adaptable workflow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will supervise clerks and coordinators, develop procedures to improve accuracy, oversee cycle counts, support scheduling, and manage JD Edwards catalog items

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of six years of direct inventory management and planning experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate concepts into actionable plans.
• Proven ability to lead through influence across departments and levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience with JD Edwards or similar database/ERP systems.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inventory control clerks, supply room personnel, and return goods coordinators.
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures that improve workflow, accuracy, performance, and compliance with company policies.
• Lead multi-site inventory management for raw materials, finished goods, and consignment locations.
• Oversee cycle counting, month-end inventory, year-end inventory, and related control processes.
• Support production scheduling and line configuration to maximize throughput, reduce downtime, and meet customer and inventory requirements.
• Develop annual SKU forecasts and manage related information in JD Edwards.
• Maintain Product Data Management processes, including creation and maintenance of JDE catalog items across branch plants.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve inventory, planning, scheduling, and operational issues.
• Provide coaching, direction, and support to team members to drive accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership by influence

Communication skills

Advanced Excel

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

Westlake is seeking a Supervisor - Inventory Control to lead inventory management, receiving, production planning, and product data management across Marion, Bristol, and Westfield operations. This role provides leadership to ensure inventory accuracy, efficient planning, and adaptable workflow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will supervise clerks and coordinators, develop procedures to improve accuracy, oversee cycle counts, support scheduling, and manage JD Edwards catalog items