Inventory Control Supervisor

Inventory Control Supervisor

The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for the coordination and management of all inventory control functions including conducting daily cycle counts and book-to-book comparison between the client's and NFI Distribution Center Warehouse Management System. This position typically reports to the Inventory Control Manager or General Manager of the facility.

Available Shift: Monday through Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm

Responsibilities

Inventory Control

• Oversees the daily cycle counts, slot audits and the reconciliation of activities between systems
• Ensures that customer requirements are accurately reported in the timing provided by the customer
• Plans, executes and reconciles physical inventories
• Prepares analysis of adjustments activities report
• Researches to reconcile inventory discrepancies
• Makes recommendations to management on initiatives and programs to improve inventory and works on those programs

Employee Relations/Development

• Conducts the daily pre-shift meetings covering previous shifts productivity, operational problems, forecasting workload and any other pertinent company information
• Assists in developing a program to train and motivate personnel for increased effectiveness
• Assists in developing a program for all new personnel and ensures the onboarding program is followed
• Manages and maintains good human resources practices with direct reports, and adherence to established corporate and department policies and procedures
• Works with Management and Human Resources to resolve employee relation issues, discipline actions, problem resolution and terminations
• Provides feedback, coaching, guidance, and recognition to enhance personnel's skill development
• Plays an active role in employee development and talent selection.
• Provides regular coaching and constructive feedback on performance, prepares and delivers hourly performance reviews
• Maintains accurate timekeeping records
• Exhibits a commitment to self-development by staying current on information, tools, and systems
• Travels to other warehouses and participates in department or company meetings, as necessary
• Provides training for Inventory Control team and ongoing training to educate staff
• Ensures timely reporting and communication to the proper staff as needed
• Oversees the entire Inventory Control department to ensure that all procedures are being followed properly and in a timely fashion
• Attends industry related seminars
• Assists in projects as needed by the General Manager

Safety and Security

• Ensures the safe, clean and efficient operation of the warehouse to meet service standards
• Supports all safety programs and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all employees
• Follows documented processes for reporting, analyzing, and following up on employee injuries and accidents.
• Ensures employees complete a daily pre-flight and reviews daily

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field, or at least 1-5 years of supervisory experience
• High School Diploma required
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (Manhattan preferred)
• Ability to work in a fast paced, quickly changing environment.
• Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situations
• Experience with or desire to learn performance metrics, process improvement, and Lean/Six Sigma tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Excel.
• Excellent verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills specifically with external clients
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, may be required in some locations
• Ability and availability to work irregular or extended hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed by the customer.
• Must be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours.
• Lift and move totes up to 50 pounds.
• Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
• Walking in the distribution center and around the area with great frequency; facilities are over a quarter mile in length.
• Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variation and able to access all areas of building without limitations.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities