Manager, Inventory Control

Five Below•Pedricktown, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Inventory Control provides direction and leadership in accordance with established policies and procedures, focusing on accuracy, productivity, and safety within 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 operational data, identifies process improvements, develops team members, coordinates with support areas, and promotes a culture centered on 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 ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks in a dynamic work environment.
Solid written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including 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 tasks; lift boxes weighing up to 50 pounds; and remain on feet for the entire shift.
Ability to ascend staircases and perform standing work on an elevated platform.
Ability to work while exposed to 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 preferred.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Two to five years in an inventory role preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direction and leadership in accordance with established policies and procedures to maximize accuracy, productivity, and safety within the Distribution Center.
Partner with facility management in the daily activities of the Distribution Center.
Oversee achievement of Distribution Center Cycle Count KPIs.
Oversee slotting initiatives to maintain picking efficiencies and space utilization.
Oversee audit and quality assurance 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 a 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.