Supervisor, Inventory

Southwire Company; Youngsville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Southwire Company is seeking an Inventory Control Lead to oversee daily operations, ensure accurate tracking, and drive improvements in inventory management. You will lead a team, coordinate with production, shipping, and receiving, and implement policies to reduce discrepancies.

The role focuses on optimizing inventory accuracy, coaching staff, and ensuring alignment with company goals in a plant/warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum education is a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in inventory control and warehouse operations preferred.
• Knowledge of SAP and inventory systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily inventory control operations and accuracy.
• Coordinates with production, shipping, and receiving for schedules.
• Coaches staff and enforces standard procedures.

Skills

Quality Control

Shipping & Receiving

Analytical Skills

Forecasting

Process Improvement

Inventory Planning

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP Applications

Inventory Management System

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Job Summary

Oversees inventory control operations to ensure accurate tracking. Develops and implements strategies to improve inventory management processes and reduce discrepancies. Manages teams responsible for conducting audits, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with inventory control procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads the daily operations of the inventory team, ensuring that priorities are set and tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
• Coordinates inventory management processes, working closely with other departments to ensure alignment with production, shipping, and receiving schedules.
• Administers the inventory system to track, monitor, and inventory, and bin locations, ensuring accuracy and preventing stock discrepancies.
• Assists manager in developing policies and procedures for inventory control and manages the slotting of inventory in the facility based on sales data.
• Coaches less experienced staff to develop their skills in inventory management and ensure adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Defines project terms and sets clear expectations for inventory-related tasks, ensuring the team meets deadlines and quality standards.
• Evaluates performance of team members, providing feedback and conducting regular performance reviews to promote team development.
• Implements inventory improvement initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve overall efficiency.
• Manages day-to-day inventory operations, resolving any issues that arise and ensuring that inventory levels are aligned with company requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Manages staff performance and development, coaching team members to achieve their full potential in contributing to the department's goals.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: High School Diploma

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Preferred Education & Experience

Specialized Degree: None

Licenses/Certificates: None

Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Field of Expertise: None

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes

Number of Direct Reports:

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Standing: 50%

Walking: 35%

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Attracts Top Talent

Drives Results

Courage

Decision Quality

Communicates Effectively

Skills

Quality Control

Shipping And Receiving

Analytical Skills

Forecasting

Process Improvement

Inventory Planning

SAP Applications

Inventory Management System

Inventory Control

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.