Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) is a leading innovator, marketer, and producer of quality branded products for the pet, lawn, and garden supplies markets. Our Dog and Cat business unit is searching for a Inventory Control Manager who will lead and be responsible for overall inventory accuracy and compliance within the manufacturing and warehouse operations. This includes analysis, reporting, along with recommending, developing, and implementing processes and procedures related to inventory with the goal of continuous improvement. This individual heads up the Inventory Control Department, and oversees both cycle counts and physical inventories.
This position will be based out of our Monroe, NJ facility with expected travel to our Neptune City, NJ facility on a as need basis.
MEASURES OF SUCCESS:
- Perform, review and reconcile inventory counts. Implement and administer a cycle count program that meets the needs of the business and conforms to audit standards. Oversee annual physical inventories.
- Review and reconcile all inventory discrepancies and compliance, both in manufacturing and warehouse operations. Develop processes and procedures to improve inventory flow/movement and accuracy from receipt through manufacturing to shipment. Create, analyze, and present periodic reports on inventory accuracy to management.
- Responsible for month end reconciliation and analysis of inventory at all outside locations.
- Work cross functionally to identify root causes of inventory differences and implement process improvements in conjunction with warehouse and operations management.
- Manage the disposition of excess inventory.
- Manage inventory and other assigned personnel by setting schedules, monitoring performance and conducting reviews.
- Hire, train, and develop staff.
- Train operations and warehouse personnel on inventory related procedures.
- Work on special projects and other tasks as assigned by management.
IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:
- Past experience in Inventory Control position including cycle counting.
- Associates Degree or equivalent experience.
- Understanding of ERP and WMS systems, including use of scanners.
- Ability to understand and analyze inventory transactions.
- Must have strong leadership, motivational and training skills.
- Ability to operate material handling equipment.
- Excellent Excel skills.
- Requires hands-on work in a warehouse environment.
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
- 401k with a 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus!
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Discounts on Pet supplies, cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more.
- Education Assistance. (both college degrees and professional certifications).
- Referral Program with a cash bonus.
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2022 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry~Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central Garden & Pet is based in Walnut Creek, California and has over 7,000 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.