Inventory Control Supervisor

Position overview

The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for leading the inventory-control function for the Regional Distribution Center (RDC), ensuring inventory accuracy, effective internal controls, process compliance, system integrity, and operational performance. The Supervisor has overall responsibility for inventory-control processes, cycle-count programs, inventory adjustments, audits, corrective actions, performance reporting, and continuous improvement. This position directly supervises Inventory Control personnel, establishes performance expectations, develops employees, and partners with warehouse operations and cross-functional teams to strengthen inventory controls and support service, quality, compliance, and financial objectives. This position will be located in Jackson, GA. 

Roles & responsibilities

Inventory Management & Control

• Ensure inventory accuracy through effective controls, monitoring, and compliance with established procedures.
• Manage inventory adjustment processes and approve inventory corrections as required.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain system integrity by ensuring accurate inventory transactions and inventory record management.
• Support inventory-related initiatives designed to improve accuracy, efficiency, and operational performance.

Inventory Audits & Compliance

• Plan, schedule, and oversee cycle count programs and physical inventory audits.
• Ensure compliance with company inventory policies, procedures, and control standards.
• Monitor audit results and coordinate corrective actions to address identified gaps.
• Support internal and external inventory audit activities as required.
• Maintain documentation and records supporting inventory control and compliance requirements.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop inventory team members to achieve departmental goals and performance expectations.
• Establish clear objectives and performance standards for inventory personnel.
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and development opportunities to support employee growth.
• Conduct performance reviews and address employee performance concerns as appropriate.
• Ensure team members receive proper training on inventory systems, processes, and procedures.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze inventory data, trends, and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor and report key inventory performance indicators, including inventory accuracy, cycle count results, adjustments, and audit performance.
• Develop and communicate inventory reports and operational updates to leadership.
• Utilize data to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with warehouse operations, supply chain, transportation, quality, and customer service teams to support inventory objectives.
• Coordinate inventory-related activities and process improvements across departments and facilities.
• Support operational initiatives that improve inventory visibility, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Act as a resource and subject matter expert for inventory management processes and controls.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve inventory processes, controls, and system functionality.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean, Kaizen, 5S, or similar methodologies.
• Recommend solutions that improve inventory accuracy, productivity, and operational performance.

Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) Compliance

• Provide overall oversight of Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) inventory control activities and ensure compliance with established FTZ procedures, Customs requirements, and company controls.
• Ensure FTZ inventory movements, adjustments, withdrawals, scrap, and other dispositions are properly authorized, documented, and accurately reflected in SAP EWM and applicable FTZ records.
• Review FTZ inventory discrepancies, audit findings, and transaction exceptions; coordinate corrective actions and escalate compliance concerns as required.
• Partner with Customs/Trade Compliance and operational leadership to support FTZ audits, reconciliations, reporting, and continuous improvement of FTZ inventory controls.
• Ensure Inventory Control personnel are trained on applicable FTZ inventory procedures and maintain appropriate segregation, traceability, and documentation of FTZ merchandise.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered.

Experience

• Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible inventory, warehouse, distribution, logistics, or supply-chain experience.
• Previous supervisory or people-leadership experience in a warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or operations environment.
• Experience managing inventory controls, cycle counts, inventory reconciliations, or audit activities.
• Experience working within a performance-driven environment using KPIs and operational metrics.
• Experience with warehouse-management and inventory-management systems; SAP EWM experience preferred.
• Experience leading process-improvement initiatives using Lean, Kaizen, 5S, or similar methodologies preferred.
• Knowledge of FTZ compliance requirements preferred.
• Knowledge of applicable hazardous-materials regulations and compliance requirements preferred.

Skills:

• Strong people leadership, coaching, performance-management, and employee-development capabilities.
• Strong inventory-control and warehouse-operations knowledge.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to evaluate complex operational problems and implement effective corrective actions.
• Ability to analyze operational and inventory data and translate findings into business actions.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across functions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and warehouse/inventory-management systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

The salary range for this role is $85,000-$95,000. However, it is important to note that at Porsche, compensation range is dependent on geographic location. Individual salaries within each range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skillset. Porsche reviews compensation regularly and may adjust base salaries to reflect market competitiveness. 

In addition to salary, individuals may be eligible for a discretionary performance bonus. Our full suite of benefits includes: 

• Paid Vacation 
• Paid Holidays 
• Paid Sick leave 
• 401(k) match 
• Medical, dental and vision coverage 
• Tuition and certification reimbursement 
• Life Insurance 
• Short and Long Term Disability Coverage 
• Subsidized gym membership program 
• Subsidized Porsche and VW leasing programs 

Physical requirements

• Work performed in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
• Ability to work on concrete surfaces for extended periods.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, early or late overtime, including weekends and holidays, as business needs require.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing competing priorities.

Direct reports

• Inventory Coordinator
• Inventory Specialist

Porsche is an equal opportunity employer and we take pride in our diversity. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Porsche will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Porsche does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, family and medical leave status, military status, criminal conviction history, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. 

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