Inventory & Warehouse Operations Lead

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Regular Full-Time First/Mid Managers Montgomery, IL, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

Welcome to VVF Illinois Services, LLC! We're part of VVF Group, a world leader in manufacturing of Oleo Chemicals and Personal Care products founded in 1939. We are one of the largest contract manufacturers of personal care products in the world. Here in Montgomery, Illinois, we focus on the manufacturing and distribution of Personal Care Products - we manufacture bar soaps, deodorants, antiperspirants and gels.

At VVF, it's not about the job, it's about the experience. We strive to create an exceptional environment for our employees, shaped by fair practices and excellent opportunities for career growth and a working culture that embraces diversity.

The Warehouse Logistics Supervisor leads end-to-end warehouse operations, ensuring efficient inbound/outbound movement, accurate ERP data, and timely stock availability for production. It oversees adherence to warehouse SOPs, Good Warehouse Practices, and regular audit compliance. The position also focuses on cross-functional coordination and building team capability, performance, and morale.

• Oversee end-to-end inventory operations, including receiving, storage, material issuance, and stock reconciliation
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and compliance with company standards
• Monitor inventory levels, analyze consumption trends, and ensure optimum stock availability without overstocking
• Conduct regular physical stock counts, cycle counts, and variance investigations; implement corrective and preventive actions
• Maintain accurate inventory data in ERP systems, ensuring timely updates and error-free transactions
• Coordinate with procurement, production, logistics, and planning teams to align material availability with operational requirements
• Ensure strict adherence to Good Warehouse Practices (GWP), warehouse SOPs, and audit requirements
• Develop inventory forecasts, ageing analysis, and slow/non-moving stock reports for management review
• Manage the disposal or reclassification of obsolete, expired, or damaged stock as per policy
• Real-time and accurate dispatch of finished products including real-time and accurate invoicing for dispatched products to customers

• Supervise inventory and warehouse staff, ensuring clear allocation of responsibilities and performance expectations
• Build team capability through training on ERP, SOPs, safety, hygiene, and good warehouse practices
• Foster a culture of accountability, discipline, and continuous improvement within the warehouse team

• Ensure adherence to company safety guidelines, hygiene standards, and regulatory requirements within the warehouse
• Support internal and external audits related to inventory, safety, and quality systems
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation for compliance and audit readiness

• Work closely with planning to align inventory levels with production requirements
• Coordinate with procurement on supplier deliveries, quality issues, and replenishment strategies
• Partner with finance for inventory valuation, reconciliation, and month-end closure activities
• Collaborate with logistics for smooth material flow, dispatch scheduling, and inbound/outbound accuracy

• Authorization to work in the United States
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Proficient in computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, O365, and Power BI
• 2 or more years hands on experience working with teir 1 ERP solutions (Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics)
• 3 or more years experience working in an Logistics environment with exposure in a cGMP/OTC facility
• Detail oriented with excellent oral and written communication skills

• CLT, CLTD Certification
• Experience working with SAP Material Management, and Warehouse Management modules

• Must be able to walk distances, climb stairs, walk…