What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Manager position at Confidential?
Inventory Manager
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Inventory Manager to oversee inventory, shipping, and warehouse operations. This position will provide leadership to department employees, coordinate with multiple departments, ensure accurate inventory records, support on-time shipments, and maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
Essential Job Functions
- Manage the Shipping and Warehouse departments.
- Oversee weekly and monthly inventory cycle counts.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure proper material control.
- Ensure daily attendance records are maintained in accordance with company policies.
- Develop and support Lead personnel in all aspects of their responsibilities.
- Communicate departmental updates, changes, and expectations to employees.
- Identify opportunities to improve labor efficiency and implement new inventory and shipping processes.
- Participate in interviews when vacancies occur.
- Review employee warnings and recommendations for discharge.
- Prepare and manage the department’s annual budget.
- Collaborate with departments throughout the organization to maintain an efficient workflow.
- Maintain a fully cross-trained staff.
- Maintain records and support the implementation of applicable quality and environmental programs.
- Coordinate all inbound and outbound shipments.
- Ensure shipments are completed accurately and on time.
- Coordinate activities with production support departments to maintain a smooth flow of materials throughout the manufacturing process.
- Enforce all company policies and procedures.
- Ensure customer requirements are maintained and properly implemented.
- Ensure appropriate supplies are ordered to meet customer requirements and that employees are trained accordingly.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
Additional Responsibilities
- Complete 90-day and annual performance evaluations.
- Provide ongoing feedback to employees regarding job performance.
- Communicate relevant employee and departmental issues to management.
Quality Authority
All employees are responsible for quality and have the authority to stop inventory, shipping, or warehouse activities when necessary to correct quality concerns.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
- Computer proficiency.
- Proven ability to lead, direct, and support employees effectively.
- Forklift experience.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing and warehouse environment.
Required Experience
- Three to four years of warehouse or inventory experience.
- Previous warehouse or inventory supervisory experience required.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
- Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods during the shift.
- Ability to work in moderate noise levels.
- Ability to bend, reach, twist, stoop, squat, and grasp with hands.
- Ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Education
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000 - $100,000