Manager, Inventory Control

Americold • Sumter, SC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Americold is seeking a Manager, Inventory Control to oversee and coordinate warehouse operations. This role involves managing receiving, storing, inventory management, and shipping of products. The Manager will supervise and direct associates in their daily tasks, resolve workplace issues, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. A key part of the role includes analyzing inventory data, maintaining accurate records, and communicating regularly with management regarding warehouse status. Americold is a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics, dedicated to ensuring food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. They value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and invest in their people's growth and well-being.

Requirements

• Associate's degree plus minimum 2 years of inventory management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Demonstrated experience supervising warehouse teams.
• Experience applying analytical and mathematical techniques to inventory management.
• Proficiency in PC skills including Microsoft Office.
• Forklift license required.

Nice To Haves

• CPR and First Aid training.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to partner with colleagues and respond appropriately to feedback.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and equipment operations.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Experience training associates in general operations.
• Ability to make recommendations for process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate warehouse operations including receiving, storing, inventory management, and shipping of products.
• Supervise and direct associates in daily tasks, resolve workplace issues, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Analyze inventory data, maintain accurate records, and communicate regularly with management regarding warehouse status.
• Advise associates on proper care, preservation, handling, storing, maintenance, and shipping of products.
• Train associates in equipment operations, safety, and general warehouse procedures.
• Assign and direct work, monitor performance, and schedule tasks for shipping and receiving employees to maximize efficiency.
• Make recommendations regarding hiring, promotion, discipline, and training while ensuring compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action policies.
• Resolve grievances among workers and take corrective action based on system-generated reports and identified errors.
• Conduct bay counts, maintain accurate inventories, and review records to comply with established procedures for storing and shipping products.
• Communicate with management regarding warehouse inventory status, freezer conditions, and inventory accuracy.
• Perform other essential duties as applicable and assigned.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer status
• Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree