Jabil · 9 hours ago
Inventory Control Manager
Grantsville, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expJabil is a global manufacturing services company, and they are seeking an Inventory Control Manager to oversee inventory control operations at their Grantsville, UT facility. The role involves managing inventory processes, leading a team, and implementing strategies to optimize inventory management and reduce costs.
ElectronicsHardwareManufacturing
Responsibilities
Recruit, interview and hire Inventory Control, Stockroom, Prep and Shipping Supervisors
Communicate criteria to recruiters for Inventory Control, Stockroom, Prep and Shipping Supervisors position candidates
Coach Inventory Control staff in the interviewing/hiring process
Monitor team member turnover; identify key factors that can be improved; make improvements
Identify individual and team strengths and development needs on an ongoing basis
Create and/or validate training curriculum in area of responsibility
Coach and mentor Inventory Control staff to deliver excellence to every internal and external customer
Create and manage succession plans for Inventory Control function
Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results (i.e. operational metrics, results against project timelines, training documentation, attendance records, knowledge of operational roles and responsibilities, personal development goals)
Solicit ongoing feedback from Workcell Manager (WCM), Business Unit Manager (BUM), peers and team member on team member’s contribution to the Workcell team. Provide ongoing coaching and counseling to team member based on feedback
Express pride in staff and encourage them to feel good about their accomplishments
Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time
Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals
Coordinate activities of large teams and keep them focused in times of crises
Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility
Provide weekly communication forum for the exchange of ideas and information with the department
Organize verbal and written ideas clearly and use an appropriate business style
Ask questions; encourage input from staff
Assess communication style of individual team members and adapt own communication style accordingly
Know and understand the campus strategic directions
Define, develop and implement an Inventory Control strategy, which contributes to the campus strategic directions
Develop an understanding of the Workcell business strategy as it pertains to Inventory Control
Provide regular updates to BUM, WCM, and Operations Manager on the execution of the strategy
Identify creative ways to reduce cost by streamlining processes and systems (i.e. modification of responsibilities or consolidation of tasks, elimination of non-value-added processes, or complete re-engineering of processes and systems)
Utilize tools to monitor departmental cost and cost trends, striving continuously to improve value
Provide feedback to peers (BUMs, WCMs, Functional Managers (FMs) on cost and cost trends
Prepare timely forecasts for the department
Compare forward forecast results to historical actual results for trend assessment and analysis
Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting analysis and metrics management
Assess the adequacy of data gathering methods utilized by the workcells
Assure that procedures and work instructions are efficient and not redundant
Offer new ideas and suggestions for improvement. Identify and implement new practices and processes that are 'best in field.'
Demonstrate a commitment to customer service; anticipate, meet, and exceed expectations by solving problems quickly and effectively; making customer issues a priority
Lead by example; 'walk the talk.'
Facilitate any physical inventories as necessary
Establish new measurement systems if/where possible
Exchange knowledge and information with other Jabil facilities to ensure best practices are shared throughout the Jabil organization
Ensure 100% adherence to all company policies and procedures (i.e. Health and Safety, Quality)
Ensure all sensitive and confidential information is handled appropriately
Ability to read, analyze, interpret and communicate regarding common scientific and/or technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor
Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ability to read, analyze, interpret and communicate regarding common scientific and/or technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry
Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements to enable company's business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategy to achieve targets
Strong financial and analytical ability. Proficiency in managing business analytics to determine optimum company footprint
Strong knowledge of international direct and indirect taxes as well as global customs regimes
Proven track record of successful change management accomplishments, implementing and management continuous productivity and cost reduction programs
Strong and convincing communication skills
Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required
Bachelor's degree preferred
3- 5 years' experience, including two years in a Lead role
A combination of education, experience and/or training will be considered
Company
Jabil
Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.2B2026-01-15Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2025-06-18Post Ipo Debt· $3.2B
1993-05-07IPO
Leadership Team
Steve Borges
EVP/CEO Jabil Heal
Sherman Tang
CTO, Compute and Storage
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