Manager, Inventory Control

Five Below•Pedricktown, NJ

About The Position

The Manager, Inventory Control provides direction and leadership in accordance with established policies and procedures, focusing on accuracy, productivity, and safety in the Distribution Center. The role partners with facility management on daily operations and oversees cycle count KPIs, slotting initiatives, audit and quality assurance processes, and department performance. The manager analyzes and reports department data, identifies process improvements, monitors production goals and staffing, and develops direct reports and team members. The position also coordinates with inventory control, finance, quality assurance, IT, human resources, and corporate support teams, while promoting customer service, safety, diversity, and teamwork.

Requirements

Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, preferably in a distribution environment.
Proficiency in collecting and analyzing data to formulate process-improvement recommendations.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks in a dynamic work environment.
Solid written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends, as business needs warrant.
Ability to work flexible hours and an alternate shift for an extended period with limited notice.
Ability to stand, stoop, lift, and perform manual dexterity.
Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 50 pounds and remain on feet for an entire shift.
Ability to ascend staircases and perform standing work on an elevated platform.
Ability to work in cold temperatures in winter and hot temperatures in summer.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an automated and conveyor-driven environment.
Hands-on experience with Warehouse Management Systems; Manhattan Associates is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Two to five years of experience in an inventory role is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direction and leadership in accordance with established policies and procedures, maximizing accuracy, productivity, and safety within the Distribution Center.
Partner with facility management in the daily activities of the Distribution Center.
Oversee that Cycle Count KPIs are met for the Distribution Center.
Oversee slotting initiatives to maintain maximum picking efficiencies and space utilization.
Oversee audit and QA processes.
Analyze and report department data to improve quality and efficiency; identify process improvements and make recommendations to maintain a high level of customer service.
Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production goals to ensure effective staffing and manpower utilization.
Develop direct reports and team members to enhance leadership.
Coordinate and communicate with support areas, including Wowtown Inventory Control, Finance, Quality Assurance, IT, Human Resources, and corporate office support areas.
Promote an environment and culture focused on customer service, safety, diversity, and teamwork.
Consult and correspond with leads or managers to resolve problems such as damages, shortages, and non-conformance to specifications.
Be responsible for department performance, quality, and housekeeping.