Inventory Control Manager

Position summary The Inventory Manager owns all inventory in the plant: its accuracy, organization, location structure, and the processes and training that keep it that way. This person consolidates duplicate part locations, runs the cycle count program, reviews internal orders to prevent building material we already have, and trains the floor on consuming and serializing material correctly.

Key responsibilities

• Inventory KPI ownership: Experience managing metrics such as inventory accuracy, inventory turns, days of inventory, stockouts and excess/obsolete inventory.
• MRP and inventory planning knowledge: Understanding of safety stock, reorder points, lead times, lot sizing, and demand requirements, not just ERP inventory transactions.
• Analytical problem solving: Ability to use data, Pareto analysis, and structured root-cause/corrective-action methods to eliminate recurring inventory problems.
• Cross-functional inventory leadership: Proven ability to work across Planning, Purchasing, Operations, Engineering, Quality and Finance to improve inventory and material availability. Need an influencer to point what these other teams are getting wrong.

Inventory ownership and organization

• Own total plant inventory: raw material, purchased parts, WIP, finished goods, and consumables.
• Organize and maintain all storage areas with clear labeling, bin locations, and visual standards (5S).
• Audit and consolidate multiple locations for the same part number into a single, controlled location.
• Set and enforce the location structure in the ERP/WMS so the system matches the floor.

Cycle counts and accuracy

• Own the cycle count program: schedule, ABC classification, count execution, and reconciliation.
• Investigate variances to root cause and drive corrective actions.
• Lead physical inventories and support internal and external audits.
• Report inventory accuracy, aging, and obsolescence to plant leadership.

Internal order review

• Review internal and production orders before release to confirm the material is not already on hand.
• Flag and stop duplicate builds; redirect orders to existing stock.
• Work with planning and production to keep on-hand quantities, safety stock, and reorder points accurate.

Training and process discipline

• Train employees on consuming material correctly in the system (issues, backflush, transfers, returns).
• Train and enforce serialization and lot-tracking of material so traceability is maintained.
• Write and maintain work instructions for receiving, put-away, picking, and consumption.

Systems and continuous improvement

• Maintain item master data: units of measure, locations, min/max levels, and part attributes.
• Identify and dispose of slow-moving and obsolete material.
• Drive continuous improvement in material flow, kanban, and inventory turns.
• Supervise, schedule, and develop inventory and material handling staff.

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of inventory control or materials management experience in a manufacturing plant.
• Hands-on experience owning a cycle count program and improving inventory accuracy.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems for inventory transactions, locations, and item master data.
• Experience with serialization, lot control, and material traceability.
• Proven ability to train shop-floor employees and hold them to a process.
• Strong Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables) for reconciliation and reporting.
• Clear written and verbal communication; able to work with planning, purchasing, production, and quality.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in the automotive industry, CNC machining / metal fabrication, or a similar industry to CCFT.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.
• Lean manufacturing, 5S, or Six Sigma training.
• Prior supervisory experience over inventory or material handling teams.
• Experience consolidating or re-laying out warehouse and point-of-use locations.

Working conditions and physical requirements

• Primarily on the plant floor and in warehouse areas; some office work for reporting and system maintenance.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand and walk for extended periods, and climb ladders or step stools.
• Forklift certification required or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Must follow all PPE and safety requirements.
• Occasional early, late, or weekend hours for physical inventories and audits.

CCFT is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.