Inventory Control Supervisor

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.

About the Position The Inventory Control Supervisor will be responsible for, but not limited to, functions pertaining to the assessment and coordination of personnel, equipment and inventory to meet daily productivity goals and timelines. Additional responsibilities include the monitoring and movement of physical inventory in order to maintain inventory accuracy, and the coordination of an accurate inventory, including but not limited to physical inventory, and High Jump.

The Inventory Supervisor is responsible for the directing of all associates in the site’s Inventory Department and ensures that the inventory area meets the requirements of the customer and the site. The inventory supervisor will also act as the site’s quality assurance, safety, and training representative.

Functions Oversees the accuracy of all inventory of both inbound and outbound product via Audits and cycle counts

Report any conditions deemed to be unsafe to the Operations Manager or General Manager Ensures associates safety training, if applicable

Open and/or secure the building as required

Conduct the building security audit as required

Directs inventory staff in completion of work to meet customer expectations

Review and maintain hours in timekeeping system as required

Ensures issues are communicated as required

Oversees returns and damage area daily to ensure completion of all product put away Maintain carton inventory if applicable

Lead efforts for root cause analysis within the operation with regards to inventory discrepancies, including research and resolution.

Ensures that all associates are trained and following all CPs, K-WINs, and Standard Work as outlined in the Kenco Quality Management System (KQMS) in addition to EIP, LM, LEAN and Six Sigma.

Consolidate quality hold product, if applicable

Coordinate zoning of physical inventory

Investigates cause of mixed stows

Coordinate stow consolidations to create space in the warehouse as needed

Organize and oversee physical inventories as directed by our customer Proactively communicate to appropriate management issues/concerns.

Prepare and process daily reports

Manage and issue mid-year and annual reviews.

Other tasks and duties as assigned by the General Manager.

Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university and/or a minimum of 5 years prior experience Inventory planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Previous supervision, team lead or management experience of hourly warehouse/operations employees.

High volume receiving and distribution production for a large broad line warehouse network

Competencies

Business Acumen
- Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization.

Communicate for Impact
- Devoting the time and resources necessary to communicate the strategic vision, direction, priorities, and progress of the team for which you are responsible.

Leading People
- Ability to develop and implement strategies to maximize employee performance and foster employee engagement in meeting the organization's strategy.

Managing Transitions / Change Management
- Effectively plans, manages and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders.

Relationship Management
- Building and maintaining relationships with internal partners to successfully complete projects and organizational objectives.

Strategic Agility
- Gains perspective and balances the pressure between daily tasks and strategic actions that impact the long-term viability of the organization.

Travel Requirements…