We are looking for an Inventory Manager for our state of the art distribution center that is currently under construction. Anticipated completion date is Q2, 2025. The Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of inventory management within the distribution center, ensuring accurate inventory levels, efficient storage, and efficient flow of goods through the facility. They play a key role in optimizing inventory processes, implementing best practices, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet customer demand and operational objectives.

• Develops and implements inventory management procedures to ensure accurate inventory levels and placement at facility, ensuring first in first out rotation.
• Manages and monitors inventory levels to ensure accuracy and optimal stock levels. Ensures regular inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation processes take place to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Addresses issues or discrepancies with stock movement and takes corrective actions as needed. Works closely with other warehouses to address shipment issues.
• Analyzes inventory performance metrics, such as inventory turnover, stockout rates, and fill rates, to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective measures.
• Responsible for the Exotec system. Completes troubleshooting and minor fixes as needed.
• Manages replenishment of products via various methods with distribution center.
• Oversees Cubiscan data and process.
• Ensures efficient handling of consolidated vendor returns.
• Trains and develops inventory management associates to ensure they have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent required, college degree or logistics certification preferred
• 5+ years previous supervisory experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in logistics, warehouse management, or similar
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Strong computer skills
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools such as ERP systems, WMS, etc.

First Supply, family-owned and operated for over 125 years, offers its employees a great benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO, company paid holidays, on demand pay, education assistance, adoption assistance, and more!

About First Supply

First Supply® is a leading main channel wholesale distributor providing industrial customers and building contractors with an extensive line of products and services. First Supply features manufacturer product lines in the plumbing, heating, air conditioning, builder, waterworks, pump/well & septic, industrial and municipal markets. Headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, First Supply has more than 700 employees in 29 operating facilities serving Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois and Michigan UP. The company has over $100 million in inventory and over $400 million in annual sales. 

First Supply also owns and operates 18 Kitchen & Bath Stores in 5 midwestern states under the Gerhard's Kitchen & Bath and Kohler Signature Store brands. Gerhard's is the largest, most versatile kitchen & bath store in the upper Midwest. We offer a huge variety of kitchen and bath choices from contemporary to traditional styles, along with service you won't find anywhere else. The Kohler Signature Stores are a kitchen and bath showroom that provides a distinguished Kohler experience where designers and homeowners can get hands on with hundreds of products, exclusively from the Kohler brands!

First Supply LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. In order to be selected for the position, candidates must submit to a drug test with negative results on employment offer, the ability to be bonded as defined by First Supply LLC's fidelity bond insurance carrier and have a valid driver’s license and a driving record which meets underwriting standards.