Inventory Control Manager
Summit Companies•Mendota Heights, MN
•$75,000 - $85,000•Hybrid
About The Position
The Inventory Control Manager is responsible for organizing, executing, and documenting company-wide physical inventories, including those related to newly acquired locations. This position acts as the central point of contact for coordinating all aspects of inventory events: preparation, scheduling, communication, data validation, execution, and reconciliation. This role ensures accuracy in inventory reporting and alignment with corporate policies and strategic goals.
Requirements
- High school Diploma, or equivalent, required.
- 3+ years of experience in inventory control or operations support.
- Experience leading inventory counts or audits across multiple locations preferred.
- Strong understanding of inventory procedures and reconciliation methods.
- Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines simultaneously.
- Comfortable leading meetings and working cross-functionally.
- Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Teams required.
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
- Must be able to comply with SFPH’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field, preferred.
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as Oracle, or similar inventory software preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate all phases of physical inventory events (preparation, execution, and reconciliation) across company sites.
- Develop and maintain standard inventory count procedures, templates, documentation protocols, and schedules.
- Partner with branch leadership to plan inventories, assign responsibilities, and ensure readiness (warehouse prep, WOLI entry, etc.).
- Oversee acquisition inventory counts, including validating item and quantity accuracy prior to ERP conversion.
- Conduct pre- and post-inventory calls to ensure accountability, assign tasks, and clarify expectations.
- Support data review, investigate variances, and document root causes to improve future inventory accuracy.
- Track and report inventory compliance and results to Supply Chain leadership and branch management.
- Collaborate closely with the Strategic Inventory Manager to ensure alignment with broader inventory control policies.
- Facilitate ongoing training and support for field users participating in inventory counts.
- Maintain audit trail documentation to support internal and external inventory audits.
- Recommend and assist with improvements to processes related to inventory events, documentation, and reporting.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid
- Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
- Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity
- Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
