Dir Inventory Control and Warehouse Ops (PRIMELINE)

S&S Activewear LLC • Chicago, IL

23d • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for leading the PrimeLine warehouse, master data, logistics and inventory control teams in all deco facilities to ensure inventory data integrity, inventory accuracy and delivery of goods to decoration operations and customers.
Multi-site responsibility, which will cover buildings across two locations (Bridgeport, CT and Gaffney, SC)

Requirements

• Strong, experienced and visible leader capable of multi-site leadership
• Strong background managing Warehouse Management Systems and ability to troubleshoot
• Minimum of 5 years leadership experience over large or multi-site operations
• Demonstrated implementation of continuous improvement in warehouse operations
• Strong oral, written, and technical communication skills
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment, and implement change as a transformational leader
• Organization and presentation skills; experience presenting to the executive level
• Strong working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Programs
• Must have a high-level problem-solving aptitude, with skill in lean management
• Ability to travel up to 35% of the time
• Detailed knowledge of warehouse management systems, inventory control, processes flow and shipping

Nice To Haves

• Large project/program management experience is a plus
• Self-starter with extreme desire to serve customers, team members, and drive profitable operations

Responsibilities

• Ensures Safety, Training, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Morale in warehouse and shipping teams
• Leads a remote master data team, as well as warehouse and logistics teams across two locations (CT, SC)
• Secures necessary capex equipment and ensures management of change with proper installation
• Develops and implements warehouse standards to ensure consistency and stability across network
• Ensures continuous improvement in inventory accuracy, picking accuracy and other key metrics
• WMS (Made4Net preferable) subject matter expert. Partnering with IT on solutions to best serve customers and production areas
• Assess inventory levels across all facilities and develop inventory rebalance plans as necessary
• Identify and partner with Merchandising & Finance to relieve slow/nonmoving inventory
• Sets and maintains data standards for new SKU introduction and bin locations
• Creates and implements long-range strategic plan for continuous improvement
• Audits each location to ensure compliance with OSHA and S&S standards
• Conceptualizes new equipment and lean layouts/workflow for more effective operation
• Assess and develop talent to ensure stable operations and succession planning
• Performs root cause analysis and correction of any service or other performance issues
• Ensures inventory accuracy through cycle count program and management of work standards within WMS
• Partners with Merchandising and Engineering manage master data and ensure data integrity
• Performs other related duties as required

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your life, health, and future. Benefits begin 0–90 days after hire and include Vacation, Personal, and Sick time; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage; Flexible Spending Accounts; and a 401(k) plan.
• You’ll also enjoy discounts on brand‑name apparel, fun employee events, and meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Join a company that invests in you from day one

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees