Inventory Control Manager (Swing)

Overview

Hyve Solutions is seeking an experienced and results-driven Inventory Control Manager to lead inventory accuracy, warehouse control processes, and material management activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for overseeing cycle count programs, inventory reconciliations, audit readiness, warehouse process compliance, and inventory optimization efforts while leading a team of inventory professionals to support operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, warehouse management experience, and a proven ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance inventory accuracy and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all cycle counts are performed accurately and on schedule, assisting with counts and reconciliations as needed.
• Lead inventory discrepancy investigations and implement corrective actions to improve inventory accuracy.
• Approve inventory adjustments within established authorization limits and communicate significant variances to management.
• Prepare inventory records, products, and documentation for internal and external audits.
• Investigate and resolve warehouse incidents, inventory variances, shipping discrepancies, and material movement issues.
• Oversee and ensure the proper processing of customer returns, product refusals, and RMAs.
• Provide coaching, training, and development to inventory control personnel while maintaining training records and performance documentation.
• Partner with Purchasing, Planning, Manufacturing, Finance, and Accounts Payable teams to resolve inventory and material-related issues.
• Ensure timely replenishment of high-velocity materials to designated warehouse locations.
• Support warehouse security and compliance initiatives.
• Develop staffing plans, work schedules, and resource allocation strategies to meet operational requirements.
• Analyze inventory trends, operational data, and process performance to identify improvement opportunities.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory control, warehouse efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve inventory accuracy, customer satisfaction, and operational objectives.
• Assist Manufacturing and Operations leadership with departmental planning, staffing, and process optimization.
• Manage inventory control personnel and coordinate activities through team leads and supervisors as applicable.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum 2-5 years of inventory control, warehouse operations, logistics, or manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience leading inventory accuracy programs, cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and audit preparation activities.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management principles, and material flow processes.
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing and inventory management systems.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team development abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, and data analysis tools.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Experience supervising employees and driving operational performance metrics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within a high-volume manufacturing, technology, or electronics environment.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, APICS, CPIM, or related certifications.
• Advanced inventory analytics and reporting experience.
• Experience managing multiple inventory locations and warehouse teams.
• Knowledge of inventory control best practices, warehouse security measures, and audit compliance requirements.
• Proven success implementing process improvements and inventory optimization initiatives.

Compensation: $95K - $136

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development and Leadership Growth Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities within Hyve Solutions

Benefit Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Mental Health Care
• 401K with match
• Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Perks at Work
• LEAP Program
• MyFlexPay