Sr. Regional Inventory Control Manager

Jabil • Tampa, VA

7d • Remote

About The Position

The Senior Inventory Control Manager will lead the inventory control strategy and operational readiness for new manufacturing sites across the US Growth organization. This role is responsible for designing and implementing inventory control processes, warehouse operations, systems, and governance that enable successful production launches. Working cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Planning, Procurement, IT, and Quality, this leader will establish scalable standards and ensure every new site is operationally ready from Day 1. Expect approximately 75% travel supporting new site readiness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in Inventory Control, Warehouse Operations, or Supply Chain within a complex manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years leading inventory control organizations and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated experience supporting greenfield manufacturing sites, new product introductions (NPI), factory launches, or major operational transfers.
• Strong expertise in warehouse operations, inventory control, material flow, and manufacturing logistics.
• Experience implementing ERP systems (SAP preferred), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), barcode/RF technologies, and inventory transaction processes.
• Proven ability to develop operational standards, governance models, and scalable inventory control processes.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing readiness, production launches, and operational ramp-up.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Operations, Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing Engineering, IT, and Finance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification preferred.
• Experience in launching new sites from scratch is highly desired.
• Experience supporting electronics manufacturing or high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Experience leading inventory control activities during factory start-ups, customer transfers, or capacity expansions.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, warehouse optimization, automation and digital supply chain solutions.
• Experience designing scalable inventory control processes across multiple manufacturing locations.
• The ideal candidate is highly organized, hands-on, and skilled in project planning, task tracking, and execution to ensure successful site launches.

Responsibilities

• Lead inventory control readiness activities for new site launches, expansions, and customer transfers.
• Develop the end-to-end inventory control strategy, standards, and governance for new manufacturing operations.
• Design warehouse and material flow processes, including receiving, storage, supermarkets, line-side replenishment, shipping, and inventory transactions.
• Define inventory control resource requirements, organizational structure, and staffing plans for each new site.
• Partner with IT to ensure ERP, warehouse management systems, RF devices, barcode labeling, and inventory transactions are fully implemented and validated before production start-up.
• Establish cycle count strategies, inventory accuracy processes, physical inventory plans, and material traceability standards.
• Coordinate inventory readiness activities with Planning, Procurement, Logistics, Manufacturing Engineering, Finance, and Operations teams.
• Lead site readiness assessments and identify operational risks before production launch.
• Develop standard work, procedures, KPIs, training programs, and governance routines for inventory control teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, warehouse productivity, material flow, and operational efficiency.
• Support customer audits and operational readiness reviews during new product introductions (NPI) and site transitions.
• Provide executive updates on inventory readiness, launch status, key risks, mitigation plans, and implementation milestones.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Annual Merit Increases
• Community Volunteer Opportunities
• paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave
• 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly
• 401(k) retirement plan
• employee stock purchase plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior