Inventory and Process Control Manager

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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within unified teams defining the future of marine recreation.

The Manager, Inventory and Process Control develops and implements inventory control procedures, including cycle counting and reporting guidelines, problem identification and resolution, and inventory control process improvements. This role is responsible for leading the Cycle Count Team and Inventory Analysts. Key criteria for success include operational and process excellence, cost containment, and inventory integrity. The Manager relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and provides leadership, goals, and objectives for the inventory team.

This position serves as the business lead for Plant 15 cycle counting across Plant 15, Plant 15L, Dixie Street, and two third‑party logistics warehouses within a 40‑mile radius.

• Responsible for hiring, managing, training and on‑going personnel decisions for inventory and process control roles
• Lead a team of six salaried employees with a dotted‑line relationship with multiple hourly cycle count employees across multiple shifts
• Strong analytical competency for inventory decision‑making, including placement of inventory for FIFO management
• Train and motivate employees to meet and exceed cycle count objectives in a timely manner
• Responsible for evaluating and performing employee reviews
• Manage excess and obsolescence inventory while developing and implementing a new process that can be monitored and followed on a regular basis
• Report weekly and monthly KPIs from the cycle count process
• Lead the annual Plant 15 physical inventory count teams of finished goods through set‑up, count, accuracy and data entry
• Your team is responsible for inventory integrity transactions taking place across three shifts, including but not limited to:
• Returnable containers between our 3rd‑party logistics centers and Plant 15
• Perform Open Location Audit & Grid Checks
• Aged in transit transactions
• Kanban cards
• Review and update materials department open tasks
• Monitor and close materials department personnel missed transactions
• Receiving inbound shipments of cowling on a daily basis
• Cycle Count Run Creation
• Ad Hoc Cycle Count Management (Ad Hoc, POD, BOMC)
• Performs High Value Recovery Recounts

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field is required
• Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be detail and task‑oriented and handle multiple priorities
• Must be a proven leader with the ability to lead, train and develop staff
• Defines priorities and focuses on areas that add value
• Required computer knowledge:
  PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and ERP
• Sound understanding of inventory control processes and procedures

• Thorough knowledge of statistical process control, teaching skills, quality concepts, basic and advanced quality tools, and problem‑solving techniques
• Ability to lead, teach, and motivate a team
• Organizational skills necessary to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to get along with diverse personalities while remaining tactful, professional, and flexible
• Six Sigma Black or Green belt

The anticipated pay range for this position is $72,000 to $115,300 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job‑related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high‑quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401(k) (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution),…