Supervisor, Inventory

Jobtailor; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Lancaster, TX is seeking an Inventory/Logistics Supervisor to maintain cycle count accuracy and lead a team in a fast-paced warehouse. You will audit reports, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure safety and quality compliance.

Responsibilities include publishing monthly variance data, managing space utilization, and coordinating with management for labor and equipment needs. Prior experience in inventory leadership is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience in logistics/distribution or a related environment.
• Preferred: 1–3 years in inventory department.
• Preferred: 1–3 years in progressive leadership.
• Able to operate MHE and use RF scanners.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with WMS functions.
• English reading, writing and verbal skills.
• Basic to intermediate math to verify quantities and count inventory.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to work nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Ability to bend, lift, and move 11–20 pounds and operate in unregulated warehouse temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain perpetual record integrity and inventory accuracy through cycle counts.
• Analyze and reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and records.
• Audit daily error reports and implement corrections as needed.
• Publish monthly and YTD WMS cycle-count variance data.
• Validate stock changes against product structures and transactions.
• Lead distribution operations and supervise inventory staff.
• Prepare monthly reports on major problems and status updates.
• Monitor space utilization and product locator systems.
• Coordinate with manager and conduct daily startup meetings.
• Provide labor and equipment information to management for planning.
• Ensure safety, security and quality compliance in the warehouse.

Skills

Cycle Count Administration

Discrepancy Analysis

Inventory Reconciliation

MHE Operation

RF Scanners Operation

Inventory Auditing

Space Utilization

Product Locator Systems

Report Preparation

Teamwork

Adaptability

Communication

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Tools

WMS Functions

RF Scanners

MHE Operation

Job description

• Maintain perpetual record integrity and inventory accuracy through administration of the cycle count program
• Analyze and reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and perpetual records
• Audit daily error reports and make corrections as necessary
• Analyze and publish monthly and year-to-date WMS cycle-count variance data
• Validate stock change-in/out transactions against product structures
• Analyze miscellaneous receipts and issues and take corrective action
• Serve as distribution leader for physical inventory
• Research issues using the online Inventory Audit Trail
• Prepare monthly reports on major problems and project or assignment updates
• Implement and monitor space utilization and product locator systems
• Delegate work and oversee scheduled shifts and inventory staff
• Assist with associate relations, training, evaluations, counseling memos, and corrective/preventive actions
• Audit the warehouse for safety, security, and quality compliance and promote a clean, orderly work area
• Conduct daily startup meetings, encourage feedback and teamwork, coordinate operations with the manager, and report operational issues
• Provide management with information about labor and equipment needs and develop team leaders
• Supervise inventory leads, associates, and CSR staff
• Perform other duties as assigned, including in-transit reports and shipping adjustments
• Work flexible schedules and overtime as required

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1 year experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment
• Preferred: 1–3 years’ experience working in an inventory department
• Preferred: 1–3 years in progressive leadership
• Able to operate MHE
• Basic computer skills
• RF Scanners
• WMS functions
• English reading, writing, and verbal skills
• Basic to intermediate mathematical skills to verify product quantities and count inventory
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to accomplish job tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance
• Ability to adapt to change and thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to work in unregulated warehouse temperatures
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends
• Ability to work mandatory or voluntary overtime as dictated by the business
• Ability to bend, walk, stand, sit, lift/carry and push/pull 11–20 pounds, reach above shoulder, squat, or kneel

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in inventory management, including cycle count administration, discrepancy analysis, and compliance auditing. Proven ability to lead teams, oversee operations, and implement effective inventory control systems in a logistics environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Inventory Management
• Cycle Count Administration
• WMS Functions
• Leadership Experience
• Attention to Detail

Hard Skills

• Cycle Count Program Administration
• Discrepancy Analysis
• Inventory Reconciliation
• Basic to Intermediate Mathematical Skills
• MHE Operation
• RF Scanners Operation
• Inventory Auditing
• Space Utilization Implementation
• Product Locator Systems
• Report Preparation

Soft Skills

• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Time Management

Certifications & Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• GED

Industry Keywords

• Logistics
• Distribution
• Warehouse Management
• Inventory Control
• Safety Compliance