Inventory Control Manager

Central Garden & PetMonroe, NJ

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Job Description

The Inventory Manager is responsible for overall inventory and compliance within the manufacturing and warehouse operations. This includes analysis, reporting, along with recommending, developing, and implementing processes and procedures related to inventory with the goal of continuous improvement. Responsibilities include inventory accuracy, cycle counting programs, physical inventory, excess inventory, and inventory records. This role leads the Inventory Control team and works functionally across the organization to both drive inventory accuracy and improve inventory utilization. MEASURES OF SUCCESS:

Lead the Inventory Control team, including hiring, training, and developing employees. Provide the leadership to the organization and work cross functionally to drive inventory accuracy.
Perform, review and reconcile inventory counts. Implement and administer a cycle count program that meets the needs of the business and conforms to audit standards. Oversee annual physical inventories.
Review and reconcile all inventory discrepancies, both in manufacturing and warehouse operations. This review includes verification of all adjustments prior to posting. This includes reviewing prior transactions, accuracy, root cause, and compliance. Create, analyze, and present periodic reports on inventory accuracy to management.
Develop processes and procedures to improve inventory flow/movement and accuracy from receipt through manufacturing to shipment. Work cross functionally to identify root causes of inventory differences and implement process improvements in conjunction with warehouse, finance, and operations management.
Review overall inventory for opportunities, including improving turns, utilization and disposition of excess inventory, and SKU management. In conjunction with Master Data and other departments, assure that inventory records in the ERP system are accurate and up to date. Develop inventory forecast and work across the organization to execute these plans.
Review compliance with Inventory Policies and Procedures, including FIFO, lot control, and disposals. Work with quality control to segregate inventory that does not standards.
Responsible for month end reconciliation and analysis of inventory, including all outside locations.
Train operations and warehouse personnel on inventory related procedures.
Work on special projects and other tasks assigned by management.

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:

A minimum of five years’ experience in Inventory Management. This needs to include experience in cycle counting and manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for multiple warehouse, over $125 MM of Inventory, and 6,000 plus SKU’s.
A degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Finance, or equivalent experience.
Understanding of ERP and WMS systems, including use of scanners.
Ability to understand and analyze inventory transactions.
Must have strong leadership, motivational and training skills with a minimum of two years of managing direct reports.
Excellent Excel skills.

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
Free Life and Disability Insurance.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
401 (k) with a 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution.
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
Employee Assistance Program.
Access to thousands of free online courses.
Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications).
Referral Program with a cash bonus.
Access to on-demand pay.
Paid parental leave.

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands, including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Best Bully Sticks®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Kaytee®, Nylabone®, Pennington®, Sevin®, and Zocon®. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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