Manager, Inventory Control – 1st Shift

GXO Logistics, Inc.

. Supervise Inventory Control team members and enforce company policies .

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in inventory control, with a focus on maintaining accurate records, analyzing operational trends, and implementing improvements. Proficient in Microsoft Office and experienced in managing teams to achieve organizational goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Inventory Control ExperienceMicrosoft Office ProficiencySupervisory ExperienceAPICS CertificationAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Inventory ManagementData AnalysisSlotting and Unit MeasuresComputerized Scanner EquipmentOperational Improvement

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTime ManagementMultitaskingAttention to DetailSelf-Motivated Work Style

Certifications & Qualifications

APICS CertificationCSCMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Inventory Records IntegrityFlexible ScheduleTroubleshooting ProcessesManagement CommunicationGXO Policies Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise Inventory Control team members and enforce company policies
Maintain the integrity of inventory records while following established procedures
Research complex transaction histories to reconcile discrepancies
Communicate with all levels of management and customer representatives
Provide leadership and training to accomplish company goals and objectives
Coordinate team member activities and ensure effective use of productive working hours
Investigate facility operations to troubleshoot processes and recommend improvements
Monitor trends and analyze issues
Recommend operational improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

4 years of inventory control experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience with computerized scanner equipment
Availability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including planned and unplanned overtime and weekends
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience (preferred)
APICS or CSCMP certifications (preferred)
5 years of inventory control experience including slotting and unit measures (preferred)
5 years of supervisory or managerial experience (preferred)
Ability to quickly learn and achieve proficiency in new software applications
Solid time management and multitasking skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to present clean, organized and thorough information and data appropriate for the intended audience
Self-motivated work style with excellent analytical and math skills
Solid attention to detail and follow-up skills with the ability to identify and resolve problems
May be required to pass a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer
Must comply with GXO policies regarding COVID safety and applicable CDC, OSHA, state and local requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
401(k)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Support and resources to build a career
Leadership and training opportunities
Equal Opportunity employer including Disabled/Veterans