Inventory Control Supervisor (Warehouse) - 2nd Shift

Jabil•Byhalia, MS

About The Position

The Inventory Control Supervisor supervises and directs all activities and employees in Inventory Control. The role oversees staff recruitment, development, performance management, and communication, while defining and implementing an Inventory Control strategy aligned with campus and Workcell business goals. The supervisor monitors departmental performance and costs, improves material processing and inventory accuracy, and coordinates with other plant functions to support production and shipments. This is a B Shift position, Monday through Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. The supervisor maintains appropriate operational supplies and support equipment, ensures tools and procedures are current and effective, and adheres to company safety, health, and security requirements. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred and five years of experience, or a combination of education, experience, and/or training.
Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and communicate about technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or business community members, and present information effectively to top management.
Advanced PC skills, including knowledge of Jabil software packages.
Ability to perform calculations involving discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, and apply basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.
Proficiency in determining logistics requirements and devising and implementing strategies to meet business goals.
Strong financial and analytical ability, including proficiency in business analytics to determine an optimum company footprint.
Strong knowledge of international direct and indirect taxes and global customs regimes.
Track record of successful change management and implementation and management of continuous productivity and cost-reduction programs.
Strong communication skills.
Proficiency with personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), and email.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Recruit and interview Inventory Control staff, communicate candidate criteria to recruiters, and coach staff on the hiring process.
Monitor team member turnover, identify improvement opportunities, and implement changes.
Identify employee and team strengths and development needs; create or validate training curricula; coach and mentor staff; and manage succession plans.
Establish measurable individual and team goals, gather feedback, provide coaching and counseling, conduct timely evaluations, and drive improvement in operational metrics and organizational goals.
Coordinate large teams during crises and ensure recognition and rewards are administered fairly and consistently.
Provide a weekly forum for departmental communication and adapt communication style to team members.
Develop and implement an Inventory Control strategy aligned with campus and Workcell business strategies, and provide execution updates to business and operations leaders.
Identify cost-reduction opportunities, monitor departmental costs and trends, and provide cost feedback to peers.
Monitor departmental performance and develop or revise procedures to improve results.
Increase the percentage of dock-to-stock material and reduce processing time for received material; recommend overtime or other recovery methods when needed.
Maintain operational supplies and support equipment, and ensure tools, equipment, and visual aids are functional and current.
Provide feedback to Inventory Control and Quality teams and assist with problems involving schedules, equipment, documentation, and personnel.
Coordinate with departmental supervisors, support functions, engineering, program management, and other plant operations functions.
Supervise and coordinate verification, inspection, and recordkeeping for outgoing shipments.
Ensure stockroom records and actual inventory are accurate, production receives the correct parts, and materials are stocked promptly and accurately.
Eliminate errors that affect budget performance or departmental efficiency, and recommend capital equipment or staffing changes when appropriate.
Follow applicable safety, health, and company security procedures, and perform other assigned duties.