Inventory Control Manager

Inventory Control Manager - Data Center Cooling

Nortek Data Center Cooling builds the systems that keep modern data centers running from liquid cooling to large scale air solutions. Our work supports some of the world's most demanding AI and hyperscale environments, and we solve those challenges with engineering depth and practical execution.

We keep things simple here. We communicate early, stay close to the details, and follow through. When issues come up, we address them directly, not with layers of process. Customers count on us because we do what we say and we keep projects moving.

Our culture is hands on and collaborative. People take ownership, move quickly, and help each other. If you like working with teammates who are straightforward and accountable, you'll feel at home.

With the backing of Madison Air and the broader Madison Industries family, we have the scale, stability, and manufacturing footprint to support complex, high growth programs.

Job Summary

An Inventory Control Manager oversees all aspects of a company's inventory to ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time, minimizing costs and maximizing profitability. Key duties include tracking and replenishing stock to production line, using inventory management systems and data analysis to optimize levels, coordinating with other departments, and controlling the cycle counts process. The role requires strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills to maintain accurate inventory records, prevent losses, and improve supply chain efficiency.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire cycle counting program, including daily counts and physical inventories.
• Ensure the accuracy of perpetual inventory records by identifying and researching discrepancies between system counts and actual physical counts.
• Maintain and publish cycle count accuracy reports and other relevant inventory performance metrics to management and stakeholders.
• Investigate the root causes of discrepancies and implement corrective actions within the inventory system.
• Maintain and update inventory policies and procedures to support the cycle counting program.
• Direct and manage cycle counting staff and material handlers ensuring they follow procedures and standards.
• Oversee efforts to define, set, and maintain system parameters, such as ABC classification codes and count frequencies.
• Identify and implement necessary improvements for the successful sustainment of the cycle counting program and inventory control processes.
• Lead efforts and provide insights to reduce excess and obsolete inventory.
• Work closely with warehouse, procurement, and operations teams to maintain inventory integrity and optimize material movement.

Job Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree: A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field
• 3-5 years' work experience in warehousing within manufacturing industry.
• Must always have the ability to wear all required PPE.
• Must be able to stand, sit, bend and twist for 10 hours a day.
• Demonstrate proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, anticipate work to be done, work with minimum supervision and have strong follow-up skills.
• Must have proven ability to work as a member of a team.

Nortek Data Center Cooling is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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