Inventory Control Manager

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At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers.

Join a company where your contributions help move the world forward—one shipment at a time.

Directs and coordinates activities of the quality division of the logistics operation to obtain optimum control of quality performance by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors: reporting quality performance, managing quality associates, developing supervisors, and managing customer relationship. Directly supervises 1‑3 supervisors. May include responsibility for temporary staff as needed for fluctuations in workload.

• Maintain the Inventory Control Plan & monitor control measures
• Review weekly adjustments and cycle bin moves
• Research discrepancies
• Monitor & respond to cycle counting reports
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of daily operational reports
• Work Instruction and Standard Work maintenance and approval
• Staff for operational support throughout weekends
• Make sure equipment availability is optimal (repairs, missing, etc.)
• Maintain departmental staffing at appropriate levels
• Use performance management to set goals and objectives for all direct reports, and perform quarterly reviews
• Develop a Safety First – Lean Culture which focuses on Continuous Improvement
• Work closely with the customer, developing a strong partnership
• Conduct weekly Inventory Control meetings with the leadership team
• Execute the cycle count program as it relates to the Physical Inventory Exemption program
• Prepare and maintain documentation of processes with GMI operations
• Assist as needed in reprofiling projects
• Delegate duties to subordinate managers and supervisors
• Investigate and arbitrate employee complaints, problems or policy violations; interpret company policies to employees and enforce policies through progressive discipline
• Implement plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals
• Work as a team player
• Mentor personnel on management/leadership skills to foster an environment conducive to team building
• Work to achieve harmonic balance within a highly diversified workforce

• Bachelor’s degree in management, logistics, or engineering from a four‑year college or university; seven‑ to ten‑years’ experience in logistics or manufacturing management; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficient skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
• 3PL experience a plus
• Broken case, full case and pallet picking experience a plus
• Value Added services such as kitting and packaging experience a plus
• Previous experience in 3rd party logistics operation
• Six Sigma and Lean experience preferred
• Proven quality management skills with emphasis on ISO
  9000 processes
• Knowledge of advanced distribution/WMS systems, RF and barcoding
• Transportation/Logistics management experience
• Proven quantifiable management skills
• Proven verbal and non‑verbal communication skills
• Safety leadership experience

• Business Acumen – knowledge of current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting the business and organization
• Communicate for Impact – devote necessary time and resources to communicate the strategic vision, direction, priorities, and progress of the team
• Leading People – develop and implement strategies to maximize employee performance and foster engagement in meeting organizational strategy
• Managing Transitions / Change Management – effectively plan, manage and communicate changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders
• Relationship Management – build and maintain relationships with internal partners to successfully complete projects and organizational objectives
• Strategic Agility –…