Manager, Inventory Control
adidas - Wilkes-Barre, PA
Hiring: Manager, Inventory Control Company: adidas Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:13:32 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Quality Assurance, SAP About the job Experience: •5 years’ experience in a large volume distribution center environment with a high level of units and skus, in a complex high-speed operation. Required Skills: •Develop plans and processes to achieve and sustain key metrics around inventory accuracy, fill rates, inventory availability and quality standards. •Lead and oversee leading, coaching and developing teams across shifts and areas of responsibility. •Communicate and provide visibility to key tracking information to key stakeholders with a specific focus on inventory accuracy, availability, Quality Assurance. •Align and monitor Inventory and Quality Assurance metrics for the site through a variety of dashboards and reporting – identify deviations and initiate necessary changes. •Maintain Inventory accuracy across system (KNAPP, Manhattan and OMNI) through routine monitoring, reporting, communication with key stakeholders and procedural awareness •Keep procedures current for each step of the inventory control process to include type of equipment, tools and skills required to execute all inventory type transactions. •Oversee and resolve any escalations to ensure targets and KPIs are achieved. •Work closely and collaboratively with Distribution Leadership Team to enhance the efficiency and flow of inventory through the Distribution Center, including all projects and DC initiatives. Qualifications: •In-depth knowledge of end-to-end Distribution processes with an emphasis Inventory Control and quality assurance. •Demonstrated capacity to manage a diverse team covering multiple functional areas and reporting lines. •Lead and oversee approximately 845,000 square feet 24 / 7 operation overseeing a staff of approximately 10+ internal/external, 12+ million units, and 200,000+ SKUs of inventory. •Analytical and logical thinking skills with excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with all levels of business •In-depth knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems and interfaces, including Supply Chain IT systems (Manhattan preferred). •Should have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a large volume distribution center environment with a high level of units and skus, in a complex high-speed operation. •Proven ability to achieve and exceed goals, objectives and critical deadlines with good planning and organizational skills. •Demonstrated capacity to perform work in a fast-paced setting, constantly adapting to a change-oriented environment. •Sound understanding of querying and data analysis concepts •Requisite Education And Experience / Minimum Qualifications Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!