Inventory Control Director – 1st Shift

GXO Logistics, Inc.

. Direct and handle activities for uniform inventory management controls and reporting processes .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory management controls, including physical and systematic reconciliation processes, while effectively leading and supporting teams to enhance accuracy metrics and implement best practices. Proficient in utilizing tools for inventory control and conducting audits to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

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Inventory ManagementLeadership SkillsProcess ImprovementAudit ReportingMicrosoft Office

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Hard Skills

Inventory ControlReconciliation ProcessesCycle Counting ProgramsComputerized Scanner EquipmentData Analysis

Soft Skills

Collaboration SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsResearch Skills

Industry Keywords

GXO PoliciesCDC ComplianceOSHA ComplianceInventory Accuracy MetricsProcess Control Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct and handle activities for uniform inventory management controls and reporting processes
Provide direction and ongoing support to employees to ensure continuous improvement in inventory accuracy metrics
Define and implement physical and systematic inventory control and reconciliation processes
Energize and employ best practices for physical inventories
Ensure the site uses and understands appropriate timeline templates, reporting and inventory controls
Audit inventory control and order management processes for accuracy
Provide immediate feedback for process improvements
Direct the inventory management team in root cause research to determine inventory variance origins
Define and execute audit reporting
Compile error sources and provide methodologies for inventory reconciliation
Conduct ongoing standardized audits
Ensure mistakes are corrected and corrective actions are implemented
Deliver and support tools and standards for inventory control, including cycle counting programs, process control audits and discrepancy resolutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

7 years of managerial/supervisory experience
Experience with Microsoft Office
Experience with computerized scanner equipment
Availability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including planned and unplanned overtime and weekends
Bachelor’s or master's degree or equivalent related work or military experience (preferred)
Proven leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to effectively supervise, coach and influence employees
Solid research skills and ability to research complex business processes and identify risks in high-visibility, high-stress situations
Ability to quickly and accurately apply sound, well-balanced reasoning to decisions
Ability to identify opportunities to increase accuracy and optimize resources
Ability to develop, recommend and implement solutions
Solid time and project management skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize workloads
Demonstrated ability to learn and achieve proficiency in new software applications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to present clean, organized and thorough information and data appropriate for the intended audience
May be required to pass a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer
Compliance with GXO policies and applicable CDC, OSHA, state and local COVID safety requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
401(k)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan
Support and resources to build a career
Tools and development opportunities to grow professionally