Inventory Control Manager

Kenco•Rockford, IL

23d•$83,380 - $125,180

About The Position

At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers. Join a company where your contributions help move the world forward—one shipment at a time. About the Position Directs and coordinates activities of the quality division of the logistics operation to obtain optimum control of quality performance by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors: reporting quality performance, managing quality associates, developing supervisors, and managing customer relationship. Directly supervises 1-3 supervisors. May include responsibility for temporary staff as needed for fluctuations in workload. Functions Maintain the Inventory Control Plan & monitor control measures Review weekly adjustments and cycle bin moves Research discrepancies Monitor & respond to cycle counting reports. Ensure accuracy and consistency of daily operational reports Work Instruction and Standard Work maintenance and approval Staff for operational support throughout weekends Make sure equipment availability is optimal (repairs, missing, etc) Maintains departmental staffing at appropriate levels Using performance management to set goals and objectives for all direct reports, and performing quarterly reviews. Develop a Safety First – Lean Culture which focuses on Continuous Improvement. Work closely with the customer, developing a strong partnership. Conducts weekly Inventory Control meetings with the leadership team. Execute the cycle count program as it relates to the Physical Inventory Exemption program Prepares and maintains documentation of processes with GMI operations Assists as needed in reprofiling projects Delegates duties to subordinate managers and supervisors Investigates and arbitrates employee complaints, problems or policy violations. Interprets company policies to employees and enforces policies through the use of progressive discipline Implements plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals Works as a team player Mentors personnel on management/leadership skills to foster an environment conducive to teambuilding Works to achieve harmonic balance within highly diversified workforce

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in management, logistics, or engineering from four-year college or university; seven- to ten-years’ experience in logistics or manufacturing management; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficient skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Proven quality management skills with emphasis on ISO9000 processes
Knowledge of advanced distribution/WMS systems, RF and bar coding
Transportation/Logistics management experience
Proven quantifiable management skills
Proven verbal and non-verbal communications skills
Safety leadership experience

Nice To Haves

3PL experience a plus
Broken case, full case and pallet picking experience a plus.
Value Added services such as kitting and packaging experience a plus.
Previous experience in 3rd party logistics operation
Six Sigma and Lean experience preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain the Inventory Control Plan & monitor control measures
Review weekly adjustments and cycle bin moves
Research discrepancies
Monitor & respond to cycle counting reports.
Ensure accuracy and consistency of daily operational reports
Work Instruction and Standard Work maintenance and approval
Staff for operational support throughout weekends
Make sure equipment availability is optimal (repairs, missing, etc)
Maintains departmental staffing at appropriate levels
Using performance management to set goals and objectives for all direct reports, and performing quarterly reviews.
Develop a Safety First – Lean Culture which focuses on Continuous Improvement.
Work closely with the customer, developing a strong partnership.
Conducts weekly Inventory Control meetings with the leadership team.
Execute the cycle count program as it relates to the Physical Inventory Exemption program
Prepares and maintains documentation of processes with GMI operations
Assists as needed in reprofiling projects
Delegates duties to subordinate managers and supervisors
Investigates and arbitrates employee complaints, problems or policy violations.
Interprets company policies to employees and enforces policies through the use of progressive discipline
Implements plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals
Works as a team player
Mentors personnel on management/leadership skills to foster an environment conducive to teambuilding
Works to achieve harmonic balance within highly diversified workforce

Benefits

Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life and Supplemental Life
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
401(k)
Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days