Warehouse Inventory Manager: Lead Operations & Inventory

The Judge Group; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Warehouse Inventory Manager for a manufacturing client in Elwood, IL. You will lead inventory control, oversee receiving, storage, and distribution processes to ensure accuracy and timely fulfillment.

Responsibilities include optimizing stock levels, coordinating with production and purchasing, and supervising warehouse staff. A bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of warehousing or logistics experience are preferred, with SAP knowledge valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years in warehousing or logistics with supervisory background.
• Experience in high-volume distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems such as SAP.
• General manufacturing environment knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procedures for inventory accuracy and shipment verification.
• Investigate customer and shipper complaints and resolve issues.
• Coordinate warehouse activities with production, sales, and purchasing.
• Plan daily warehouse operations based on shipping, receiving, and stock rotation.
• Interview, hire, train, and supervise warehouse staff; conduct performance reviews.
• Assign tasks and monitor quality and policy adherence.
• Oversee movement of materials and finished goods from receiving to storage.
• Supervise forklift operations and manage maintenance in warehouse and shipping areas.
• Maintain daily inventory records and coordinate staff duties.
• Promote safety and ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Warehouse operations

Inventory control

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Judge Group is seeking a Warehouse Inventory Manager for a manufacturing client in Elwood, IL. You will lead inventory control, oversee receiving, storage, and distribution processes to ensure accuracy and timely fulfillment.

Responsibilities include optimizing stock levels, coordinating with production and purchasing, and supervising warehouse staff. A bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of warehousing or logistics experience are preferred, with SAP knowledge valued.