What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Control Specialist position at Blue Harlan?
Inventory Control Supervisor | Boston, MA
Nashua Zip Code 03063
Blue Harlan is the recruitment partner to a leading national distributor seeking an Inventory Control Supervisor to join its Boston distribution center. This is a critical leadership role responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, driving cycle count programs, overseeing inventory control activities, and leading a team dedicated to ensuring operational excellence across the warehouse.
If you're a hands-on inventory professional who thrives on problem-solving, data accuracy, process improvement, and team leadership, we'd love to hear from you.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead all inventory control activities to ensure inventory accuracy and integrity across the distribution center.
- Develop and manage cycle count schedules to meet accounting, audit, and operational requirements.
- Oversee annual physical inventory processes and reporting.
- Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions to improve accuracy.
- Monitor inventory exceptions, shortages, damaged goods, and transitional inventory.
- Research and resolve purchase order and receiving discrepancies.
- Analyze inventory reports and identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Maintain accurate inventory records within the warehouse management system.
- Collaborate with operations, accounting, and leadership teams to communicate inventory performance and results.
- Supervise and coach Inventory Control team members/Cycle Counters to achieve operational goals.
- Support warehouse safety initiatives and maintain forklift certification as needed.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, distribution, or supply chain environments.
- Prior experience leading or supervising inventory teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate root causes and implement solutions.
- Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory management software, or ERP platforms.
- Comfortable working with inventory reports, cycle counts, audits, and data reconciliation.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Associate degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
JOIN US
- Join a well-established and respected national distribution organization.
- Highly visible role with direct impact on operational performance and inventory accuracy.
- Opportunity to lead an experienced team and influence process improvements.
- Strong culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience supervising an associate?
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Inventory control: 2 years (Preferred)
- Order entry: 2 years (Preferred)
- Microsoft Excel: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Nashua, NH 03063 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000