Position Summary:

The Inventory Control Supervisor is accountable for the efficient day-to-day operation of the Inventory Control functions of the Distribution Center. The emphasis is on managing numerous operational activities to ensure the production floor is working in a balanced and productive fashion with respect to operational and service goals. The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of non-exempt staff within the inventory control department. The Inventory Control Supervisor performs other related duties, special projects, or assignments as required.

Essential Functions of Job:

• Provides direct supervision to a team of skilled Inventory Control employees, which includes Workflow Coordinators and Associates as well as managing the relationship with the onsite staffing agency in relation to temporary agency employees working in the department(s)
• Spends approximately 75% of their time on the operational floor with associates driving engagement, coaching, teaching, developing and providing performance feedback.
• Effectively manage the allocation of equipment and labor resources to respective departments to ensure service levels and budgets are consistently met.
• Ensure that quality and accuracy control audits are conducted regularly.
• Administers policies/guidelines that directly affect work activities which include counseling associates consistently on performance and behavioral concerns.
• Sets and clearly communicates clear expectations for team members regarding expected productivity results
• Owns, completes, and delivers annual performance evaluations for each associate
• Identify and prioritize those tasks which need to be accomplished in order to meet daily business goals and to successfully prepare the incoming shift for a quick and effective transition and start-up.
• Ensure a safe environment for the team by driving safety strategies, recognition and accountability.
• Improves efficiency, quality and service of ongoing work by identifying process improvements and using best judgment to determine next steps for influencing change and partnering with leadership to resolve.
• Responsible for assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies, specific to inventory control requirements and standards
• Resolves problems requiring broad based analysis to determine solution and presenting to Sr. Leaders.
• Builds trust with direct and indirect business partners by explaining rationale behind business process and approach taken to decision making.
• Discusses and presents information and issues with business partners located in support and operational departments
• Plan and execute effective strategic, efficient cycle counting activities and physical inventories.
• Regularly update and align on Inventory Control SOPs

• Align with Operations team to ensure all inventory control associates receive proper training, skill development and assessment to include cross training as needed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and human relation skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks with confidence
• Demonstrates ability to lead and develop both self and others
• Understand computer applications such as MS Office and utilize applications to do analysis and problem solving
• Ability to analyze problems and create solutions
• Demonstrate an enthusiastic and professional demeanor
• Ability to motivate others and promote collaboration and accountability to meet team goals

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Non-exempt associates within assigned department.

Working Conditions:

• Moderate but varying temperature and humidity in office and warehouse environments

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand, sit, squat, lift and /or walk for the duration of the scheduled shift
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

Minimum Qualifications:

• College degree in a logistics-related field, or five to ten years of relevant / related work experience.
• Previous experience in working with a Warehouse Management System (WMS) and/or ability to quickly develop a proficiency in such systems. Knowledge in “JDA” WMS preferred.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Sephora’s goal is to create and nurture a safe and productive work environment for all. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company and insists on creating a space where everyone feels they belong. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, military/veteran status, or disability status. Sephora is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities.

Sephora will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Job ID: 230220

Position Title: Supervsior, Inventory Control

Location Name: Utah Distribution Center
Address: 6075 W 300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84005
Hourly/Salaried: Salaried
Position Type: Regular
Job Function: Operations
Is This Position Eligible for Remote? : NO

• The schedule will be Saturday, Sunday & Monday supporting standard operational hours from 530a-6p. Addtional days will apply during peak seasons.