Inventory Controller

Job Overview

A well‑established industrial manufacturing organization is hiring an Inventory Support Manager to take full ownership of inventory accuracy, controls, and execution across the operation. This role is highly visible, works line‑by‑line with leadership, and is critical to operational efficiency, cost control, and production flow. This position manages a small inventory-focused team (Purchasing, Inventory, Shipping/Receiving, Forklift) and works cross‑functionally with R&D, Inside Sales, and the Plant Foreman. Initially, this role is heavily hands‑on and analytical, then transitions into a more strategic ownership role as systems and processes stabilize.

Typical Responsibilities

• Own 100% of inventory levels, accuracy, and controls
• Perform ABC analysis, reorder point calculations, and demand planning (approx. 50% initially)
• Lead ongoing inventory reduction projects, including identifying, selling, or disposing of obsolete inventory (approx. 25%)
• Ensure ERP accuracy across the full transaction lifecycle: requisition - PO - receipt - put‑away - picking - shipping - invoicing
• Manage and influence “dotted‑line” contributors to ensure compliance with inventory processes (approx. 25%)
• Maintain BOM accuracy and direct inventory picking for manufacturing
• Partner with Accounting on cost controls, inventory valuation, and cost‑saving initiatives
• Support production control through data‑driven decision making and system upkeep

Required Experience

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree (Finance, Engineering, or similar) heavily preferred
• 3 years of inventory control or production/inventory support experience
• Hands‑on experience working in an ERP system at the transaction level
• Strong understanding of inventory flow: purchasing, receiving, put‑away, picking, manufacturing, and shipping
• Experience supporting industrial equipment or parts environments (3,000 SKUs preferred)
• Ability to perform cost calculations (tariffs, landed cost, inventory valuation)
• Strong computer skills with a data‑driven mindset
• Proven ability to work cross‑functionally and hold teams accountable to process