Manager, Inventory Control

Here’s a Place for You at Crawford Electric Supply. A career at Crawford Electric Supply is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Crawford Electric Supply offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building - you can find it here. We operate throughout the southeast region of the United States, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe. Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Crawford Electric Supply we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career. It’s time to energize your future! Don’t miss out on this electrifying opportunity - apply today! Stay connected with us - follow our journey, job openings, and latest news on LinkedIn and Facebook. Position Inventory Control Manager Location RCDC/Branch About Crawford If you are looking for a company who is committed to building a relationship with you, who encourages having fun at work, who is powered by difference, and who is passionate about your future, it’s time to apply at Crawford Electric Supply. Known in the electrical distribution industry for being a great place to work and build a career, Crawford prides itself on being a business partner rather than just an electrical supplier to its customers. Everyday Crawford associates provide the best customer experience while at the same time offering the widest variety of electrical products on the market. For the past 30 years, Crawford has built a culture of growth, opportunity, innovative thinking, and stability for its employees by truly living up to the company motto of, “Whatever it Takes!” through our mindset competencies below: Adapt: Effectively embrace new situation and people Dare: Appropriately challenge the status quo Learn: Learn from others, from mistakes, and self‑improve Responsibilities Lead, Coach and develop the Inventory Control team, including leads and associates. Establish performance expectations, conduct evaluations and support professional development. Ensure staffing levels and workflows support operational needs. Oversee daily monitoring of system queues related to returns, defectives, items in review, backorders and disputed transfers. Ensure timely resolution of discrepancies via Shipping, Receiving, Operations, Wire Yard, Pipe Yard, Dematic (Goods to Person Automation) Manage and approve all stock returns and RGA return processes. Oversee bin location maintenance, slotting strategies and warehouse mapping. Monitor non‑stock inventory and ensure proper documentation controls (Aged tagged inventory) Own the SUSA Cycle Count program, including planning preparation, execution and variance analysis for metrics. Maintain and update SOPs related to inventory control, ensuring alignment with CDC operations Identify process gaps and implement improvements to reduce errors and increase efficiency. Manager scrap process and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. Support management of dead and obsolete inventory, including reporting and disposition strategies. Partner with Shipping, Receiving, Operations, Wire Yard, Pipe Yard, Dematic (Goods to Person Automation) and Transportation to ensure inventory accuracy across all workflows. Support Crawford locations, cross‑docks and other network locations with inventory control and returns process. Provide inventory analysis and reporting to leadership to support decision making. Maintain and enhance inventory performance dashboards, reporting tools with the help of in‑house Crawford Data Analysts. Track KPIs such as accuracy, top offenders, shrink, adjustments, cycle count compliance and return processing. Perform additional duties as required to support CDC operations. Qualifications Detail oriented with excellent communication and time management skills. Self‑motivated, positive attitude, able to multi‑task within a fast‑paced environment. Inventory/purchasing knowledge including procurement – order points, line points, demand, safety stock, excess and dead stock, WMS & RF experience. Good and dependable mathematic, verbal, and written communication skills, Proven leadership and organization skills, Reliable, Responsible, and a great work ethic. College degree in Industrial Distribution, Business Management and/or equivalent industry experience is preferred but not required, 5+ years’ electrical distribution industry experience. Environment Typical environment includes offices and warehouse. Light to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of this job, employee is frequently required to stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Crawford is an equal opportunity employer. What We Offer You We offer great family‑friendly benefits to full‑time associates: Healthcare plans Dental & vision Paid time off Paid parental leave 401(k) retirement savings with company match Professional and personal development programs Opportunity to become a shareholder Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability Employer‑paid life insurance for spouse and dependents Robust wellness program Gym reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) We’re proud to be a military‑friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law. Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io‑us.com. EEO is the Law Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, Click here. Pay Transparency Non‑Discrimination Provision Sonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more, Click here.

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