Inventory and Warehouse Supervisor

Nielsen Massey Vanillas I•Waukegan, IL

65d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory & Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily coordination and control of warehouse operations and inventory processes within a food manufacturing environment. This role ensures raw materials, packaging, finished goods, and ingredients are received, stored, rotated, and distributed accurately and efficiently while maintaining food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. The Supervisor will lead warehouse staff, implement process improvements, monitor stock levels, and support production needs to ensure optimal workflow and minimal downtime.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred
3–5+ years of warehouse or inventory experience in a food manufacturing, CPG, or related environment
Supervisory or lead-level experience required
Strong knowledge of FIFO/FEFO, GMP, HACCP, and food safety compliance
Experience using ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite, Dynamics, or similar)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Forklift certification preferred
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Ability to analyze data and generate accurate reports
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Standing, walking, and operating warehouse equipment for extended periods
Ability to work in cold or refrigerated environments if necessary

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate inventory levels for raw ingredients, packaging materials, WIP (work-in-progress), and finished products
Monitor cycle counts, reconcile discrepancies, and investigate variances
Utilize ERP or inventory management systems to create timely and accurate inventory reports
Implement FIFO/FEFO procedures to ensure product freshness, traceability, and regulatory compliance
Coordinate cycle counts, physical inventory counts and audits
Oversee receiving, storage, staging, and shipping of materials in accordance with food safety standards
Develop and maintain efficient warehouse layout, storage systems, and material flow
Ensure proper operation and maintenance of warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, scanners, etc.)
Schedule and prioritize shipments to support production and customer demand
Enforce workplace safety guidelines, including OSHA and HACCP requirements
Supervise, train, and evaluate warehouse associates and forklift operators
Coordinate staffing levels, time schedules, and workload distribution
Conduct performance reviews and support ongoing employee development
Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Ensure food safety controls and sanitation practices are followed at all times
Maintain accurate lot tracking, documentation, and labeling in accordance with FDA and GMP standards
Support SQF, BRC, or other third-party audits and certification requirements
Follow all company policies relating to traceability, allergen control, and product segregation
Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy and warehouse efficiency
Develop SOPs for receiving, storage, staging, and material handling
Implement KPIs and monitor warehouse performance metrics
Work cross-functionally with purchasing, production, quality assurance, and logistics teams