Supervisor, Materials Management

The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the efficient and accurate management of inventory levels within the organization. This role will report into the Production Manager and ensures that products are available when needed, while minimizing costs associated with excess stock and stockouts. By effectively managing inventory levels and optimizing warehouse operations, the Inventory Control Supervisor plays a critical role in ensuring the overall efficiency and profitability of the business.

Essential Functions | Accountabilities | Performance Measures

• Manage direct inventory control strategies to optimize stock levels.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify trends to ensure adequate supply.
• Coordinate cycle counts and physical inventories to verify accuracy. >98%
• Analyze inventory data to identify areas for improvement and cost reduction. 
• Collaborate with the purchasing department to ensure timely and accurate procurement of inventory items.
• Evaluate supplier performance and negotiate favorable terms.
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve issues related to inventory quality or delivery.
• Oversee warehouse operations, including receiving, put away, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Manage Railcar deliveries, silo levels and perform physical material transfers from railcar to silo. 
• Optimize warehouse layout and storage methods to maximize space utilization.
• Lead and supervise a team directly over inventory, shipping and procurement. 
• Provide training and development opportunities to enhance team skills.
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and address performance issues.
• Prepare regular inventory reports and provide analysis to management.
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies or shortages.
• Responsible to manage key performance indicators (KPIs) related to department management.
• Leader in project management related to department improvements. 
• Proficient in using various software applications including Microsoft office, ERP, and others. 

Communication & Influence: Excellent communication and people skills with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Problem Solving & Complexity: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to work autonomously.

Leadership & Talent Management: Strong leadership and team management skills.

Certificates | Licenses | Registrations: None

Travel Required: None

Work Environment: Manufacturing

Physical Demands:

• Wear safety attire and protective gear daily.

• Usually work indoors and outdoors. This site may not be temperature controlled.
• Often exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels.

CFS Brands:

Located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, CFS BRANDS is a market-leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of commercial foodservice, healthcare, and industrial janitorial and sanitation products.   The company supports stable and growing end markets supported by strong tailwinds.  

CFS BRANDS has maintained a market leading position and continually grown in its segments with relentless customer support, leading product breadth and availability, and a “one-stop shop” solution serving both “front” and “back” of restaurants with a focus on customer intimacy.   CFS BRANDS enjoys a unique competitive advantage with the ability to produce in-house with 6 manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and Mexico, over 700,000 square feet of distribution center space in 4 U.S. facilities and the ability to source products from all over the world.  

CFS BRANDS’s core products include dinnerware, professional cookware, cleaning tools, drinkware, disposable lids, dispensing systems, healthcare equipment, brushes and cleaning tools.  These products are provided through major distributors to the country’s best-known restaurant franchises.

CFS BRANDS became a portfolio company of The Jordan Company (“TJC”), a private equity firm, in 2018.  With over $8 billion in cumulative equity commitments, TJC is one of the world’s most respected investors in leading middle market businesses.  The TJC team enjoys a storied history of partnering with exceptional management teams to create long-term value for management and investors. 

More information on CFS BRANDS can be found at www.cfsbrands.com.  The Jordan Company website is www.thejordancompany.com.  

CFS Brands is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 to confirm work authorization.