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Crane Worldwide Logistics

Sr. Director of Inventory Control

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An Inventory Control Manager manages inventory systems and warehousing. Works with supply chain managers to plan and maintain inventory at optimal levels and resolves issues and discrepancies related to inventory. Supervises warehouse employees and manages warehouse scheduling.

$87,985 / year median in Kentucky

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities SOC 1 Compliance & Governance Own the design and execution of inventory control frameworks that satisfy SOC 1 requirements. Maintain robust, auditable trails for all inventory adjustments, write-offs, and transfers. Partner with internal and external auditors during annual SOC 1 Type II examinations. Remediate any identified control deficiencies or exceptions swiftly to prevent qualified audit opinions. Govern user access controls and transaction logging within the WMS to ensure segregation of duties. Strategic Leadership & Operational Excellence Design and execute the enterprise-wide 3PL inventory control strategy. Standardize cycle counting, physical inventory, and reconciliation processes across all sites. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including Inventory Record Accuracy (IRA) and shrink. Optimize WMS inventory modules (e.g., Manhattan, Blue Yonder, SAP) to automate control workflows. Lead root-cause analysis investigations for systemic inventory discrepancies and variances. Client & Commercial Management Serve as a senior leader point of contact for client auditors reviewing SOC 1 reports. Provide assurance to clients regarding the effectiveness of internal controls protecting their assets. Collaborate with business development to define inventory SLAs and control frameworks for new clients. Present control performance metrics during client Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs). Team Leadership & Financial Accountability Direct and mentor a regional team of Inventory Control Managers and Analysts. Manage the annual departmental budget for the inventory control division. Train node-level inventory teams on SOC 1 compliance behaviors and documentation standards.
Qualifications Education:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred.
Experience:
Minimum 10 years of supply chain experience, with 5+ years in a multi-site 3PL leadership role or Senior Inventory Control role required.
Audit Expertise:
Proven experience managing inventory systems subject to external
SOC 1 / SOX
audits required. Prefer SOC 2 experience.
Certifications:
APICS (CPIM/CSCP), Lean Six Sigma, or internal audit certifications preferred.
Systems:
Advanced proficiency in tier-1 WMS platforms with strong system-audit configurations required.
Travel:
Ability to travel up to 30-40% to regional logistics facilities.
WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?
At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.
We offer:
Quarterly Incentive Plan 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job Employee Referral Bonuses Employee Recognition and Rewards Program Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities Employee Discounts Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.
More Information:
http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.