Inventory Control Manager (On-Site)

Oversee end-to-end inventory control across raw materials, packaging, WIP, and finished goods in a food manufacturing and packaging operation. Lead cycle counting, physical inventories, reconciliation, and the development/maintenance of inventory procedures to maintain accuracy, traceability, and regulatory compliance. Partner with Operations, Planning, Procurement, Warehouse, Finance, and Quality to optimize material availability, production scheduling, and inventory performance while supporting new product launches and packaging changes. Drive Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives, manage inventory adjustments, and ensure FIFO/FEFO and proper lot tracking. Apply strong analytical skills to monitor KPIs, support month-end/quarter-end/year-end reporting, and mentor Inventory Control Supervisors/Analysts to uphold high performance. Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics), WMS, and data analysis in Excel, including pivot tables and lookups, is required. Preferred qualifications include CPIM certification, experience with SQF/BRC/FDA/USDA compliance, and Lean/Six Sigma training.