Inventory Control Manager

About the role

We are looking for an individual to join our team as an Inventory Control Manager. The successful candidate will own inventory accuracy across the distribution center, using Apprise ERP/WMS data analysis and structured problem solving to drive continuous improvement in stock integrity, cycle counting, and shrinkage reduction.

Responsibilities

• Manage cycle count programs within Apprise, analyzing variance reports to isolate root causes
• Run and interpret Apprise inventory adjustment, on-hand, and location audit reports to detect trends before they become larger accuracy problems
• Investigate inventory adjustments and shrinkage using Apprise transaction history to trace issues back to the originating process step
• Partner with receiving, putaway, and RF-driven picking teams to close the loop on recurring discrepancies identified in Apprise
• Own inventory accuracy KPIs and report trends to leadership using Apprise data extracts
• Configure and maintain Apprise location/bin logic, lot control, and cycle count parameters to support lean/5S warehouse standards
• Perform SKU-level analysis in Apprise to flag slow-moving, obsolete, or at-risk inventory ahead of S&OP cycles
• Troubleshoot Apprise data integrity issues in partnership with IT/WMS admin as needed
• Coach, train, develop and manage the inventory control team members
• Support maintaining a safe working environment and focuses on safe work habits
• Maintain a focus for self and team on continuous learning that will enhance skill sets and growth opportunities

Skills

• Data analysis — skilled in mining Apprise/ERP and Excel data to spot trends, outliers, and variance patterns across large inventory datasets
• Root-cause problem solving — applies structured methods (5-Why, fishbone) to trace discrepancies to their source
• Cycle count program design and management
• WMS/ERP proficiency, including Apprise configuration and reporting
• KPI development and executive-level reporting
• Lean/5S process improvement
• Cross-functional collaboration with receiving, putaway, and picking teams
• Clear written and verbal communication of technical findings to non-technical stakeholders
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Impeccable time-management, organizational and attention to detail skills
• Excellent typing skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a group setting
• Strong Customer service skills

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years inventory control experience in a distribution/warehouse environment
• Direct hands-on experience with Apprise ERP/WMS (reporting, transaction troubleshooting, cycle count setup)
• Strong analytical skills — able to pull and interpret Apprise/Excel data to find patterns across large datasets
• Demonstrated root-cause problem-solving applied to real inventory discrepancies
• Comfort working in an RF-scanning warehouse environment
• Ability to translate system data into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership
• Lean/Six Sigma exposure preferred
• B2B/wholesale distribution experience preferred
• Experience supporting Apprise version upgrades or configuration changes preferred

Physical Requirements

The role requires sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling boxes and orders up to 75 lbs.

Additional Information

The successful candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and must not require sponsorship now or in the future.