Inventory Manager

Bay Logistics is a privately held, family-owned warehousing, transportation, and logistics services company headquartered in West Michigan. We provide comprehensive, integrated supply chain solutions and value-added services designed to efficiently move goods to the marketplace.

Position Summary

The Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing inventory control and accuracy across assigned locations. This position leads inventory processes, analyzes inventory performance, identifies and resolves discrepancies, and drives continuous improvement initiatives to improve accuracy and operational efficiency.

The Inventory Manager also leads and develops Inventory Specialists across multiple locations, providing clear direction, coaching, and accountability while ensuring inventory practices align with customer requirements and company goals.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with company safety, environmental, food safety, and GMP requirements.

• Lead, coach, and develop Inventory Specialists across multiple locations, including training, performance feedback, goal setting, and performance evaluations.

• Establish clear objectives and monitor team performance using inventory accuracy, cycle count, discrepancy, and other key performance metrics.

• Oversee inventory control processes, including cycle counting, reconciliation, physical inventories, inventory adjustments, and discrepancy resolution.

• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, variances, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.

• Partner with operations teams, internal departments, and customers to investigate inventory issues and develop effective solutions.

• Communicate inventory concerns, trends, and potential risks to customers and internal leadership in a timely and professional manner.

• Maintain accurate inventory records and prepare reports as required by customers and management.

• Leverage Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and other technology to improve inventory visibility, accuracy, and process efficiency.

• Identify process deviations and work with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives designed to reduce inventory discrepancies and improve operational performance.

• Ensure inventory processes and work areas are organized, efficient, and audit-ready.

• Support customer requirements, operational initiatives, and special projects as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and hold team members accountable.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with employees, leadership, and customers.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an emphasis on root-cause identification and corrective action.

• Highly detail-oriented with a strong commitment to inventory accuracy and data integrity.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects across multiple locations.

• Comfortable making decisions and resolving issues in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

• Demonstrates professionalism and composure when handling difficult or high-pressure situations.

• Works effectively both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Proactive, adaptable, and open to change and continuous improvement.

• Demonstrates a strong customer-service mindset and takes initiative to understand customer operations and expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Previous inventory control, warehouse, logistics, or supply chain experience.

• Previous leadership or people-management experience.

• Strong proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with data analytics or reporting tools is a plus.

• Demonstrated experience analyzing inventory discrepancies and implementing process improvements.

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

• Must be able and willing to work regularly in refrigerated warehouse conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000–$80,000 annual salary

Benefits

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Schedule

Monday through Friday

Work Location

In person