Inventory Control Manager

## Inventory Control Manager Apply locations:
API Plant - Oklahoma time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
JR100814
** It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
** We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.## The Inventory Control Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for the end-to-end control of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods in a fast-paced plastic bag manufacturing environment. This role “wears multiple hats,” overseeing inventory strategy and accuracy, leading the shipping & receiving function, ensuring audit readiness, and executing cross-functional special projects.

The manager will drive process discipline, data integrity in ERP/WMS systems, and continuous improvement to support on-time production, cost control, and customer commitments.## ## ##

Location:

Oklahoma City, OK.## ## ##
** Key Responsibilities*** ## Lead the Inventory & Warehouse Team:
Provide daily direction, training, coaching, and annual performance evaluations for inventory, shipping, and receiving personnel.* ## Own Inventory Strategy & Controls:
Design and maintain SOPs for cycle counts, physical audits, reconciliation, and variance root-cause analysis; implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).* ## Oversee Shipping & Receiving Operations:
Ensure accurate inbound inspection, documentation, put-away, and outbound packaging/scheduling; maintain a safe, clean, and organized warehouse.* ## Ensure ERP/WMS Data Integrity:
Monitor and validate all inventory transactions (receipts, issues, transfers, adjustments) for accuracy and policy compliance; safeguard master data and BOM/lot controls.* ##

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner with Production, Procurement, and Logistics to set min/max levels, safety stock, and reorder points aligned to demand and production schedules (resin, film, cores, boxes, pallets).* ## Audit Readiness & Compliance:
Prepare and maintain documentation and permits/licenses for internal/external audits; manage audit files, logs, checklists, and deadlines.* ## Reporting & Analytics:
Produce daily/weekly/monthly reports and dashboards on inventory accuracy, losses/shrink, turns, aged inventory, on-time receiving, and audit scores; create special reports—railcar capacity, silo capacity, PCR usage, seal reports, and photo documentation.* ## Special Projects Management:
Plan, schedule, and execute cross-department projects; document scope/timelines; coordinate stakeholders; track deliverables to completion.* ## Packaging Materials Ownership:
Design and maintain box specifications for special customers; negotiate pricing and place orders for boxes/pallets to ensure adequate inventory for production needs.* ## Warehouse Optimization:
Implement 5S, layout/bin-location optimization, material flow standards, and safety procedures to reduce handling, errors, and damage.* ## Inventory Performance Improvement:
Identify trends, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and standardize best practices to improve accuracy, reduce variance/shrink, and optimize working capital.* ## Stakeholder Communication:
Present insights and recommendations to plant/operations leadership; escalate risks, constraints, and corrective actions with clear timelines and owners.## ## ## ##
** Required Skills & Experience*** ##

Education:

Minimum of a High school diploma* ## 5+ years progressive experience in inventory control/materials management within a manufacturing/production environment; 3+ years of people leadership.* ## Demonstrated success leading shipping & receiving operations and maintaining warehouse safety, organization, and compliance.* ## Strong command of inventory control principles, reconciliation techniques, cycle counting, physical audits, and variance root-cause analysis/CAPA.* ## ERP/WMS proficiency (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Advanced Excel skills for data analysis, reporting, and dashboards.
* ## Experience preparing for and supporting internal/external audits (e.g., FM Global, Storm Water, retailer audits, food safety audits, fire marshal permits/licensing).* ## Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; able to translate data into clear actions and train teams on process discipline.* ## Preferred:
Experience in plastics/film extrusion/packaging environments, including railcar/silo resin management and PCR usage tracking.* ## Preferred:
Familiarity with 5S/Lean practices and safety/OSHA standards in warehouse operations.
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