Inventory Control Supervisor (Warehouse) - Weekend Day Shift

Jabil•Byhalia, MS

About The Position

The Inventory Control Supervisor supervises and directs all activities and employees in Inventory Control. The role oversees team recruitment, development, performance management, and communication while defining and implementing an Inventory Control strategy aligned with campus and Workcell business objectives. It also monitors departmental costs and performance, improves inventory processing and dock-to-stock performance, maintains operational supplies and equipment, and coordinates with supervisors and support functions across plant operations. This position is scheduled for C shift, Friday through Sunday, 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred, with five years of experience; alternatively, a combination of education, experience, and/or training.
Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and communicate about technical and scientific journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to effectively present information to top management.
Advanced PC skills, including training and 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, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.
Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements and devising and implementing strategies to achieve business goals and targets.
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.
Proven track record of successful change management and implementation and management of continuous productivity and cost-reduction programs.
Strong, convincing communication skills.
Proficiency with personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), and e-mail.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Recruit and interview Inventory Control staff, communicate candidate criteria to recruiters, and coach staff on interviewing and hiring.
Monitor team-member turnover, identify improvement opportunities, and implement improvements.
Identify team and individual strengths and development needs; create or validate training curricula; coach and mentor staff; and manage succession plans.
Set measurable individual and team goals, solicit feedback, provide coaching and counseling, complete evaluations on time, and drive continuous improvement and achievement of organizational goals.
Coordinate large teams during crises and ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently.
Provide a weekly forum for departmental communication, encourage staff input, and adapt communication style to team members.
Define and implement an Inventory Control strategy aligned with campus and Workcell business strategies, and provide regular execution updates to relevant managers.
Identify ways to reduce costs, monitor departmental costs and trends, and provide cost-related feedback to peers.
Monitor departmental performance and use or develop procedures to ensure optimum performance.
Drive inspection out of the process, increase dock-to-stock material, and reduce processing time for received material; recommend overtime or recovery methods as needed.
Maintain operational supplies and support equipment, and ensure tools, equipment, and visual aids are current and in proper working order.
Provide accurate feedback to Inventory Control and Quality departments 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 accurate stockroom records and inventory, and ensure production receives the correct parts.
Ensure material is stocked promptly and accurately and eliminate errors that affect budget performance or departmental efficiency.
Recommend capital equipment and human-resource changes where appropriate.
Follow applicable safety, health, and company security procedures.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.