Inventory Manager

IPEX Group•Pineville, LA

8d•$99,000 - $124,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials, products, and information across the plant. This position oversees shipping, receiving, inventory control, and retail assembly operations, with a strong focus on team leadership to meet production goals and customer delivery timelines. The role also champions the department’s process improvement, employee development, and adherence to safety and environmental standards to drive operational excellence and support the plant’s overall performance.

Requirements

Completion of High School or equivalent management/supervisory experience required
At least 5 years experience in plastic manufacturing & supply chain management
Coaching or supervisory experience required

Nice To Haves

College diploma/University degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management an asset
Six Sigma Green Belt, ISO 9001, and Lean Manufacturing considered an asset
Experience and familiarity of ISO 9001 requirements and manufacturing processes an asset

Responsibilities

Lead daily operations for inventory control, shipping, receiving, and retail assembly to ensure efficient material flow and on-time delivery of finished goods.
Plan, prioritize, and assign work across multiple teams (Shipping, Receiving, Inventory, Kanban, and Assembly) to meet production and customer deadlines.
Oversee inventory accuracy by managing physical counts, reconciling variances, and maintaining proper documentation and reporting.
Report monthly inventory variances and performance metrics to the Plant Manager, providing insights and corrective action plans as needed.
Ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment by monitoring the MRP Shipping Workbench and addressing any past-due shipments or production orders.
Maintain organized and compliant work areas, including WIP racks, component storage, and shipping zones, by enforcing 5S and accountability standards.
Manage team performance through regular coaching, performance reviews, and development plans to build capability and engagement.
Participate in recruitment and onboarding of new team members, ensuring proper training and integration into plant operations.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and enhance productivity within inventory and assembly functions.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, promoting a culture of safety and accountability across all teams.
Respond to service complaints and quality issues, investigating root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Maintain accurate system data in MRP, inventory tracking tools, and other plant systems to support planning, reporting, and audits.
Coordinate with the Plant Scheduler to align material availability with production schedules and act as a backup when needed.
Support scrap management processes by clearing scrap bins and updating records based on NCR comments.
Assist with modular lift inventory management in collaboration with the Purchasing team.