Inventory Control Manager Jobs in Columbus, OH (NOW HIRING)

Inventory Control Manager - Groveport
It's more than a job
As part of the Contract Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in designing, managing, and optimizing solutions that keep goods moving efficiently. Whether you're leading a team, engineering processes, or driving projects, your work ensures that our customers' products are stored, handled, and delivered with precision. From everyday essentials to seasonal items, what we do in Contract Logistics impacts businesses and communities around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, your contribution goes far beyond the warehouse-it helps shape the flow of global trade.
This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
The right candidate will have a continuous improvement mindset and a tendency toward 5S in the workplace.
In this role, you will ensure the physical cycle counts are performed, accurate inventory levels are maintained, and account for all defective or damaged products, and provide corrective action. As a 3PL provider, we will count on your leadership skills to help drive excellent service for our valued customer.
How you create impact
You will be accountable for the success of the inventory function and customer satisfaction
Lead an inventory team, train and motivate staff, evaluate and guide their performance, and nurture their professional development
Support leadership and Human Resources to ensure DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs are embraced and valued
Identify new techniques and analytics to improve the overall planning process
Lead the annual cost planning process ensuring accuracy and transparency
Oversee and monitor discrepancies via cycle counts and adjustments
Implement loss prevention programs to reduce shrinkage and minimize risk
Build a recovery program to ensure all defective product is accounted for and handled properly
Promote accountability and process improvement based on goals; create action plans and issue resolution tracking
Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all inventory roles
Create all necessary reports and documentation to ensure inventory accuracy
Drive accountability and process improvement based on KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and targets, including creating action plans and issue resolution tracking
What we would like you to bring
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in supply chain or related field
7+ years in distribution
5+ years in inventory roles
3+ years in leadership
3+ years with WMS
Experience with 20,000+ SKUs in 3PL preferred
CPIM certification is a plus
What's in it for you
Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI- Onsite
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Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
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