Inventory Control Manager

Halperns' Steak & Seafood•Baltimore, MD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Control Manager manages the total inventory control process and function for the assigned division, ensuring current and accurate inventories for all items. The role uses best practices, systems, and established processes to coordinate and support inventory, spoilage, liquidation, and slot management activities. It also oversees inventory records, counts, reconciliations, receiving and product rotation processes, and inventory loss prevention. The manager interviews, trains, coaches, monitors, and develops staff, and works with Human Resources when appropriate.

Requirements

Two years of previous inventory experience and one year of previous leadership experience.
Written, verbal, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prepare and deliver presentations and speak at minor functions as a departmental representative.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently or as part of a team.
Mathematical knowledge sufficient to calculate figures and apply basic algebra and geometry concepts.
Ability to develop solutions to complex problems, referring to established precedents and policies as needed.
Warehouse employees must be able to immediately perceive auditory warning signals, including bells, alarms, and horns, used to warn of equipment movement, mechanical abnormalities, or similar risks.
Knowledge of spreadsheet, word-processing, presentation, email, and internet software applications.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the specified education and experience requirements.

Responsibilities

Maintain and update inventory records and oversee daily activities needed for effective, accurate inventory management.
Create and implement inventory policies and procedures, maintain records to support shortage detection, and develop reports and documentation for inventory counts, audits, and adjustments.
Evaluate cycle counts and make system adjustments as needed.
Reconcile inventory and coordinate monthly physical inventories, including communicating schedules and establishing cut-off dates.
Help develop and implement inventory loss prevention programs and ensure warehouse personnel understand proper procedures.
Ensure damaged, defective, and returned products are accounted for and properly handled through dumping, salvage, or return to stock.
Search for products in the system, investigate the root causes of inventory discrepancies, and adjust records to reflect differences between actual product and inventory.
Direct appropriate action for products that are not in saleable condition.
Manage shrinkage, including cycle counts, product damage, receiving adjustments, vendor issues, and expired merchandise.
Manage receiving and product rotation procedures and processes.
Interview, train, coach, monitor, mentor, motivate, and develop employees; follow through on disciplinary action and partner with Human Resources when appropriate.
Adhere to the organization's mission, cornerstone values, and applicable practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.