Inventory Control Manager
San Fernando Valley, CA
On-site
Overview
TalentoHC has partnered with a personal care products company to find an experienced and driven Inventory Control Manager to ensure inventory accuracy, visibility and optimization across a multi-node supply chain that includes CMOs (Contract Manufacturing Organizations), 3PLs and distribution centers. This role plays a critical part in balancing service levels, working capital and operational efficiency by managing inventory processes, controls and reporting for finished goods, components and packaging materials.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate inventory across CMOs, 3PLs, and internal systems
- Lead cycle counts, physical inventories and discrepancy resolution
- Partner with CMOs to track raw materials, WIP and finished goods; investigate production variances
- Work closely with 3PL partners to ensure inventory accuracy, proper receiving and order fulfillment
- Monitor inbound and outbound shipments and ensure system alignment
- Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, including production variances and shipment issues
- Monitor inventory movements and ensure MRP/WMS alignment
- Develop and report on KPIs (accuracy, turns, aging, service levels)
- Generate regular inventory reports and insights for leadership
- Collaborate with Supply Chain, Planning, Procurement and Finance on inventory strategy
- Align on safety stock, replenishment strategies and obsolescence risk
- Support S&OP with accurate inventory visibility
- Ensure compliance with lot tracking, shelf life and audit requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration or related field
- 5+ years of progressive experience in inventory control management ideally with personal care, CPG, or similar product
- Experience working with CMOs and 3PLs is required
- Strong knowledge of inventory management, demand planning and supplier management principles
- Ability to manage multi-site inventory environments
- Excellent cross-functional communication, negotiation and relationship management skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on continuous improvement
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency with MRP/WMS systems (Sage 100 or other) and data analysis tools such as SQL
Salary: Base $100K – $120K + bonus
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