Inventory Control Supervisor

Inventory Control SupervisorLocation: Bartlett, ILFor more than 40 years, Colony Display has partnered with some of the nation's most recognized retail and hospitality brands to bring their environments to life. From custom retail fixtures and shop-in-shop concepts to immersive visual merchandising programs, we transform ideas into engaging experiences that move both people and products.As our company continues to grow, we're looking for a driven Business Development Manager who excels at building strategic relationships, creating new opportunities, and delivering long-term business growth.Colony Display Manufacturing is seeking a hands-on Inventory Supervisor to lead inventory operations across warehousing, fabrication, and assembly environments. This role is responsible for driving safety, quality, productivity, training, and accountability while helping build a scalable inventory operation to support growing customer demand. An Inventory Supervisor manages stock accuracy, storage, movement, and reporting across warehouse and production environments. The role ensures materials are properly received, stored, tracked, and distributed while supporting operational efficiency.The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in Inventory Control, with experience in both manufacturing and distribution environments strongly preferred. This individual must be comfortable working on the production floor, developing employees, solving problems in real time, and always maintaining data integrity.Key Responsibilities:Oversee daily inventory control operations, including material movement through receiving, put away, replenishment, picking, packing, staging, and shippingMonitor inventory levels, help prevent shortages/overstockImplement and maintain inventory control procedures and best practicesManage cycle count programs and full physical inventory auditsReconcile variances, investigate root causes, and implement corrective actionsTrain, schedule, and supervise inventory staffProvide coaching, performance feedback, and support cross trainingEnsure adherence to safety guidelines and inventory proceduresMaintain integrity of inventory management systems (WMS/ERP)Generate and analyze inventory reports (accuracy, shrinkage, turns, fill rate)Identify trends, discrepancies, and improvement opportunitiesStreamline inventory workflows and optimize warehouse spaceSupport implementation of technology solutions such as barcode or RFID systemsSupport logistics coordination and efficient material flowEnsure compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and safety requirementsConduct periodic audits and address discrepancies promptlyQualifications:3–5 years of experience in a warehouse inventory control leadership role or related rolesKnowledge of warehouse operations, WMS/ERP systems, and inventory control processesStrong analytical skills for reconciliation and reporting.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data managementAbility to multitask, make quick decisions, and maintain accuracyRF experience and implementation experience preferredAbility to lead teams in a fast-paced custom manufacturing environmentStrong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skillsForklift experience preferredBi-lingual preferred (Spanish)Leadership Expectations:Lead from the floor, not from behind a deskCreate accountability and urgency within the operationDevelop and train employees to improve overall team capabilityDrive safety, quality, and throughput simultaneouslyMaintain a positive but disciplined production environmentSchedule:Full-timeFirst ShiftAdditional overtime and weekend support as needed based on production demand