Inventory Control Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY: The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all aspects of inventory accuracy and control within a fast-paced warehouse logistics environment. This role ensures the efficient receipt, storage, and distribution of goods by maintaining accurate inventory records, conducting regular audits, and implementing best practices in accordance with ISO 9001. The supervisor leads a team of inventory personnel, monitors daily inventory transactions, investigates discrepancies, and works closely with warehouse operations, shipping, and client services to ensure inventory integrity and on-time fulfillment. Success in this role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure correct workload planning for materials, inventory, and warehouse and receiving staff.  Responsible for supervision, appraising performance, and training & development of staff. 
• Oversee and direct material movements in multiple locations, multiple tasks, cycle count, safety stock, kitting, and storage utilization.  Coordinate with Customer Support and other internal departments to ensure adequate supply and efficient movement of materials to meet Production & Distribution schedules.
• Develop, implement, and maintain integrity of Inventory database, process and cycle counts.  Take ownership of One World.
• Provide expertise to other departments in inventory, purchasing, work orders and sales orders
• Establish, monitor and audit operational procedures for verification of incoming shipments, handling and disposition of merchandise, keeping of warehouse inventory, equipment maintenance and protection, space utilization and facility
• Develop audit and monitor programs for cycle count, on time delivery, , claims for damages, and safety
• Serve as primary interface with customers and related suppliers on materials matters and issues.  Maintain customer contact and represent DCL in customer meetings. 
• Improve/develop management systems for monitoring vendor performance.
• Maintain integrity of Materials, Inventory, Warehouse and Receiving QWI.  Train, document and implement in conjunction with QWI.
• Report inbound freight damages and prepare and negotiate claims
• Implement and maintain preventative maintenance programs, ensuring effective equipment utilization. 
• Maintain Distribution floor organization, safety & cleanliness among staff.  Continually ensure equipment and all safety measures are in place, and that all distribution staff have the required safety training.
• Ensure maintenance of material handling equipment.  Promptly address safety issues and ensure all processes/procedures are in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Assure compliance with ISO 90001 and 14001 and the DCL Code of Conduct as this relates to management of these departments.  Audit processes and procedures for compliance & quality. 
• Proactively review processes, identify potential problems, and provide recommendations to improve and maintain integrity of the process.
• Conduct the Daily Inventory Control meeting by uploading data into the Dashboard.
• Maintain the Dexory Inventory scanned Report by fixing the reported issues found.
• Adheres to 5S Standards

• Perform other job responsibilities, as necessary and/or assigned

 SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills and strong attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of warehouse policies and procedures
• Demonstrated leadership and strong people skills.
• Strong inventory management control ability.
• Excellent problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills.
• Must be able to push/pull/lift up to 40 lbs. at a time.
• Must be able to work in a warehouse environment where temperature is affected by weather conditions
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time
• Must have good manual dexterity and able to do repetitive hand motions
• Must have excellent hand-eye coordination

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years of progressive materials/warehouse/ Inventory Control experience or equivalent leadership capacity.
• In-depth knowledge of computerized manufacturing systems (i.e., Oracle, E1, Warehouse MRP) 
• JD Edwards E1 System experiences a plus.
• Forklift Certified Trained (Order Picker, Reach Forklift), Turret is a plus.
• Excel, Word and Microsoft Office ability.
• AA degree preferred, or equivalent experience is required.
• Industry knowledge in 3PL and experience in fulfillment ranging from Receiving, RMA, Assembly, Warehouse, and Shipping.

Salary : $71,000