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Inventory Control Manager API Enterprises, Inc. - 4.0 Oklahoma City, OK Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Quality control corrective actions Performance dashboard reports Data integrity assurance Receiving operations supervision Microsoft Excel Defect resolution root cause analysis Process audits Variance analysis Data validation techniques Warehouse management experience Cycle counting inventory management Quality control preventive actions Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Logistics data analysis Reporting and dashboarding tools Order shipping High school diploma or GED Data quality management Data integrity and documentation Shipping and receiving inspections Order fulfillment receiving Shipping operations supervision Shipping and receiving inventory management Data-driven problem-solving Managing teams as a warehouse supervisor Root cause analysis Safety compliance in distribution operations Manufacturing company experience Audit support Excel data analysis Full Job Description It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. The Inventory Control Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for the end-to-end control of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods in a fast-paced plastic bag manufacturing environment. This role "wears multiple hats," overseeing inventory strategy and accuracy, leading the shipping & receiving function, ensuring audit readiness, and executing cross-functional special projects. The manager will drive process discipline, data integrity in ERP/WMS systems, and continuous improvement to support on-time production, cost control, and customer commitments.
Location:
Oklahoma City, OK. Key Responsibilities Lead the
Inventory & Warehouse Team:
Provide daily direction, training, coaching, and annual performance evaluations for inventory, shipping, and receiving personnel.
Own Inventory Strategy & Controls:
Design and maintain SOPs for cycle counts, physical audits, reconciliation, and variance root-cause analysis; implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Oversee Shipping & Receiving Operations:
Ensure accurate inbound inspection, documentation, put-away, and outbound packaging/scheduling; maintain a safe, clean, and organized warehouse.
Ensure ERP/WMS Data Integrity:
Monitor and validate all inventory transactions (receipts, issues, transfers, adjustments) for accuracy and policy compliance; safeguard master data and BOM/lot controls.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner with Production, Procurement, and Logistics to set min/max levels, safety stock, and reorder points aligned to demand and production schedules (resin, film, cores, boxes, pallets).
Audit Readiness & Compliance:
Prepare and maintain documentation and permits/licenses for internal/external audits; manage audit files, logs, checklists, and deadlines.
Reporting & Analytics:
Produce daily/weekly/monthly reports and dashboards on inventory accuracy, losses/shrink, turns, aged inventory, on-time receiving, and audit scores; create special reports—railcar capacity, silo capacity, PCR usage, seal reports, and photo documentation.
Special Projects Management:
Plan, schedule, and execute cross-department projects; document scope/timelines; coordinate stakeholders; track deliverables to completion.
Packaging Materials Ownership:
Design and maintain box specifications for special customers; negotiate pricing and place orders for boxes/pallets to ensure adequate inventory for production needs.
Warehouse Optimization:
Implement 5S, layout/bin-location optimization, material flow standards, and safety procedures to reduce handling, errors, and damage.
Inventory Performance Improvement:
Identify trends, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and standardize best practices to improve accuracy, reduce variance/shrink, and optimize working capital.
Stakeholder Communication:
Present insights and recommendations to plant/operations leadership; escalate risks, constraints, and corrective actions with clear timelines and owners.
Required Skills & Experience Education:
Minimum of a Highschool diploma 5+ years progressive experience in inventory control/materials management within a manufacturing/production environment; 3+ years of people leadership. Demonstrated success leading shipping & receiving operations and maintaining warehouse safety, organization, and compliance. Strong command of inventory control principles, reconciliation techniques, cycle counting, physical audits, and variance root-cause analysis/CAPA. ERP/WMS proficiency (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Advanced Excel skills for data analysis, reporting, and dashboards. Experience preparing for and supporting internal/external audits (e.g., FM Global, Storm Water, retailer audits, food safety audits, fire marshal permits/licensing). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; able to translate data into clear actions and train teams on process discipline.
Preferred:
Experience in plastics/film extrusion/packaging environments, including railcar/silo resin management and PCR usage tracking.
Preferred:
Familiarity with 5S/Lean practices and safety/OSHA standards in warehouse operations.
