Inventory Control Supervisor

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PLANT MANAGEMENT - SALARY Full Time Management Anaheim, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $ Annually

• Job Title: Inventory Control Supervisor
• Department: Operations
• Reports To: Director of Operations
• Effective/Revision Date: October 22, 2026

The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for overseeing inventory management across the organization, including raw materials, components, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods. This role ensures inventory accuracy, availability, and operational efficiency through effective inventory controls, system management, and continuous process improvement. Working cross-functionally with Production, Purchasing, Logistics, Sales, and Accounting, the Inventory Control Supervisor supports manufacturing requirements, inventory optimization, and domestic and international inventory operations.

• Perform assigned duties in accordance with documented procedures and work instructions.
• Oversee daily inventory control operations, including raw materials, components, work-in-process, and finished goods.
• Establish, implement, and maintain inventory control systems, processes, and procedures to ensure accurate inventory tracking and accountability.
• Monitor inventory levels, transactions, material movements, and discrepancies to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee physical inventory counts, cycle counts, audits, and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Investigate inventory variances, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve inventory accuracy.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Production, and Planning to ensure material availability aligns with production schedules and operational requirements.
• Monitor work-in-process and finished goods inventory throughout the manufacturing cycle to support accurate tracking and material flow.
• Develop and improve inventory planning, forecasting, replenishment, and optimization processes based on demand, production requirements, and supplier lead times.
• Identify and implement strategies to reduce excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory while maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
• Oversee inventory receiving, storage, movement, picking, and tracking processes to ensure material integrity and traceability.
• Ensure physical inventory balances reconcile with ERP system records and investigate discrepancies promptly.
• Analyze inventory performance, develop reports, and provide management with recommendations to improve inventory accuracy, efficiency, and cost control.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements to optimize inventory flow, material handling, and warehouse operations.
• Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and inventory control policies.
• Coordinate inventory activities involving international suppliers, warehouses, and logistics partners to support global inventory operations.
• Collaborate with Accounting to support inventory valuation, reconciliation, financial reporting, and audit requirements.
• Support ERP system enhancements, inventory management technology improvements, and reporting capabilities.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory accuracy, inventory turns, cycle count compliance, and inventory adjustments.
• Supervise, train, coach, and develop inventory personnel to ensure consistent execution of inventory control procedures and operational standards.
• Maintain effective internal controls, inventory…