Inventory Manager

As one of the world’s largest food-grade logistics companies, McLane Global relies on the efficiency of its fulfillment centers. We consider all our warehouses to be systematic and operate with a customer-centric mentality. To deliver on our promise to customers, we rely on exceptionally talented, bright, and committed people. We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture. Currently, we’re seeking an Inventory Control Manager to join our Warehouse Department located in Houston, TX. The Inventory Control Manager responsibilities comprise managing, controlling as well as monitoring the activities related to inventory management. You will interact with any personnel involved in various functions like material planning, warehousing, inventory control, master scheduling, receiving, and shipping, etc., ensuring compliance with all the needs of the internal as well as external customers and the organization's facility system. The Inventory Control Manager is responsible for directing and managing the tasks related to inventory management. 

Responsibilities

• Accountable for coordinating and planning the production control, inventory management, scheduling, and material planning. 

• Devise ways to control inventory control procedures. 

• Manage inventory levels for finished goods and raw materials. They are concerned with verifying, tracking, and reporting on inventory. 

• Coordinate and direct the activities related to keeping accurate records on incoming as well as outgoing shipments and preparing the items so that they can be shipped. 

• Using discretion and independent judgment for directing the activities of inventory. 

• Provide the necessary leadership that is associated with building as well as maintaining a strong inventory management workforce. 

• Manage and coordinate the activities of all the staff members engaged in inventory control and inventory record accuracy. 

• Execute the strategic inventory plan. 

• Manage and supervise the processes developed by the material management department to align with the corporate objectives. 

• Lead the organization's inventory related teams and provide leadership for training and development of departmental personnel. 

• Maintain inventory as required by the sales and operations planning process, customer requirements, production schedules, and corporate inventory management objectives. 

• Review the current inventory positions for the raw materials, packaging materials, finished goods and provide monthly summary of the same and present it during the meeting. 

• All other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

• Proven experience as inventory manager or similar position 

• Minimum experience of 1-3 years in inventory management in a distribution center. 

• Intermediate to advanced computer skills in Microsoft Dynamics, Excel, and Word. 

• Ability to accurately track inventory and create reports. 

• Excellent organizational and planning skills. 

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities. 

• Able to read, write and speak both English fluently.  

Benefits

• Competitive base compensation  
• Full Benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision effective on the first day of employment
• 401(k) with Employer Match (quarterly enrollment)
• Paid Holidays (no waiting period to receive holiday pay)
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick days effective on first day of employment
• All offers are contingent upon passing a background check and drug screening  
• No company visa sponsorships    
• No phone call or walk in inquiries for this position, apply online to be considered  

Disclaimer 

Employees MUST be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested, reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.     

Furthermore, job descriptions typically change over time as requirements and employee skill levels change. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.