Inventory Control Supervisor (1st Shift)

What Inventory Management contributes to Cardinal Health

Operations is responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution or manufacturing environment. Includes warehousing and fulfillment of materials and products, transportation, inventory management as well as demand, supply and manufacturing planning.

Inventory Management is accountable for the design and execution of demand planning and customer forecasting systems, supply planning, product deployment and expediting processes, and the development and implementation of a stocking optimization model to minimize costs and inventory while delivering on service requirements.

Responsibilities

• Directing and managing a team of inventory control warehouse associates to account for timely distribution and receipt of products and motive employees to ensure that predetermined productivity and quality standards are achieved
• Overseeing all inventory control operations which includes, managing the flow of goods, optimizing inventory levels and ensuring efficient and accurate warehouse accurate warehouse operations.
• Overseeing the completions of SOX Reporting requirements, participates in QA events, reporting and resolution of Inbound and Outbound discrepancy, processing customer returns error resolution, cycle count compliance, profiling assistance and service issues.
• Implementing best practices and maintains accurate inventory records.
• Adhering to budgetary guidelines and works to meet Distribution Center objectives and operational goals while maintainingstandards pertaining to quality and inventory
• Driving and participating in continuous improvement projects and initiatives. 
• Performing daily scheduling of the work force to ensure proper staffing to select, replenish, restock, locate, and shipmerchandise in a productive and cost-efficient manner.
• Developing and maintaining the inventory tracking system.
• Monitoring and reporting inventory accuracy and shrinkage.
• Designing and implementing inventory control procedures.
• Examining material levels and identifying shortages.
• Avoiding excessive surplus or inefficiencies by properly ordering new supplies.
• Actively engaging in employee development, which includes training, coaching, counseling, and performance appraisals. 
• Collaborating with cross functional teams at all levels within the organization, specifically within operational groups on a dailybasis. 
• Interviewing and making hiring decisions for lead and associate level roles.   
• Maintaining general responsibility for disciplinary process in the area of counseling, oral and written warnings; ensuring aproductive work climate in the warehouse operation. 
• Preparing ad hoc reports, as necessary using Excel (or any other necessary programs) 
• Reviewing attendance/PTO records and ensuring scheduling is maintained.  
• Holding staff accountable for conducting work in a safe manner while enforcing Cardinal Health compliance and regulationsconcerning OSHA, DEA, FDA, State and local authorities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
• Manhattan (WMS) experience is highly preferred.
• MHE experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel highly preferred
• Solid warehouse profiling experience is preferred
• Strong organizational skills are desired for success in this role.
• Prior experience with inventory control, continuous improvement projects and initiatives. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Coordinates and supervises the daily activities of operations or business staff
• Administers and exercises policies and procedures
• Ensures employees operate within guidelines
• Decisions have a direct impact to work unit operations and customers
• Frequently interacts with subordinates, customers, and peer groups at various management levels
• Interactions normally involve information exchange and basic problem resolution

Anticipated salary range: $75,600 - $113,295 (Depending on experience)

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 11/16/2025 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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