What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Control Manager position at SouthernCarlson, Inc.?
The vision of SouthernCarlson is to develop strong business relationships so we understand our customers' individual needs and provide the best possible service to improve our and their profitability.
Inventory Control Manager – Full Time
📍 Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
📅 Schedule: Monday–Friday | Full-Time
💲 Compensation: Based on Experience | Salary
About Us
SouthernCarlson is a leading distributor of the most recognized brands of construction and packaging tools, fasteners, jobsite supplies, and expert service across North America. Since 1947, we've built our foundation on service, trust, and a commitment to providing professional-grade solutions that keep our customers running strong.
We offer the broadest selection of high-quality products from top suppliers in the industry—backed by tool repair services, reliable expertise, and a passion for helping contractors, builders, and manufacturers succeed.
At SouthernCarlson, Our Promise Means More™—because how we serve matters just as much as what we deliver.
Our Core Values – OUR PROMISE MEANS MORE™
🤝 Respect – We build relationships on trust, collaboration, and kindness while taking the time to learn, grow, and celebrate wins together.
💪 Integrity – We go above and beyond to help customers and employees and do what's right to resolve issues.
⚙️ Teamwork – We support and encourage one another while working together to deliver a top-notch customer experience.
🏡 Family Environment – We're a nationwide company with a local, family-like feel at every branch.
Position Overview
The Inventory Control Manager is responsible for optimizing inventory accuracy, warehouse efficiency, and inventory performance across the organization. This role leverages data analytics and business intelligence tools to drive inventory strategy, improve space utilization, identify trends, and ensure compliance with audit standards while leading the training and development of inventory control processes and systems.
What You'll Be Doing
- Inventory Slotting: Optimize inventory by slotting high and low movers using Business Intelligence (BI) reporting tools to improve warehouse efficiency.
- Training and Development: Train Inventory Control Specialists in systems such as P21, Latitude, and Varnet, ensuring operational excellence and system proficiency.
- Root Cause Analysis: Conduct root cause analyses on inventory discrepancies, with a focus on financial impact and resolution strategies.
- Warehouse Space Management: Address challenges related to dead and obsolete inventory, ensuring optimal warehouse space utilization.
- Trend Analysis: Manage and analyze Warehouse Group Inventory, identifying and communicating inventory trends and actionable insights.
- Audit Compliance: Ensure compliance with inventory audit standards, addressing and mitigating any discrepancies.
- Aged and Expiring Products: Oversee and manage aged and expiring products, implementing effective inventory rotation and reduction strategies.
You May Be a Good Fit If You Have
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- Proven experience in inventory management or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in inventory ERP/WMS systems in addition to BI reporting tools.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to lead and train teams effectively.
- Knowledge of warehouse operations and space optimization strategies.
- Flexibility to travel as needed for the role.
- Experience with inventory trend analysis and audit compliance.
- Problem-solving abilities with a focus on root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Familiarity with return-to-vendor processes and resolution techniques.
Why You'll Love It Here
💼 Competitive Compensation – Base salary plus bonus opportunities
🤝 Collaborative Family Culture – A team-first environment built on trust, respect, and support
📈 Career Growth Opportunities – We promote from within and invest in employee development
🏥 Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
Ready to Lead Your Future?
Join a company where your leadership, expertise, and commitment to service make a difference every day. Apply today and become part of the SouthernCarlson team.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
SouthernCarlson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
SouthernCarlson, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.