Inventory Control Manager

SST Direct•Milwaukee, WI

1d•$35 - $40

About The Position

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Manager for a full-time, direct-hire opportunity in Hartland, WI. This role is responsible for overseeing material planning, purchasing, and inventory control activities to support production schedules and customer demand. The ideal candidate will have strong ERP experience and hands-on purchasing experience with metals and structural materials , including aluminum, stainless steel, carbon steel, coated sheet, weld nuts, PEMS, and similar components.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of purchasing or materials management experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience purchasing metals and structural materials (aluminum, stainless steel, carbon steel, coated sheet, weld nuts, PEMS, etc.)
Strong knowledge of inventory control, material planning, and supply chain workflows
ERP experience, including purchase orders, inventory transactions, and material planning (M1 preferred)
Proven ability to analyze demand, forecast material requirements, and manage supplier relationships
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

Responsibilities

Plan and place purchase orders to support production schedules; proactively manage and expedite orders as needed
Monitor planned material requirements and inventory levels on a daily basis
Perform cycle counts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies within the ERP system (M1)
Own the cycle count program, including variance analysis, corrective actions, and inventory accuracy reporting
Manage open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery and proper closure
Support receiving activities, material documentation, and management of material certifications
Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to improve cost, reliability, and inventory levels
Adjust orders based on schedule changes, BOM updates, obsolescence, and new product introductions
Resolve invoice, purchase order, and return discrepancies with suppliers and Accounts Payable
Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Sales, and Accounting teams
Support Sales with small quotes, customer orders, and account management as needed
Monitor and report supplier performance metrics, including on-time delivery and quality
Assist with inter-facility material transfers
Support continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and inventory processes