Inventory Supervisor

Inventory Supervisor

Based out of our Kennesaw, GA location, you will be responsible for leading all aspects of inventory and warehouse operations, including Receiving, Stock Room oversight, internal Kanban systems, job picking, cycle counting, and internal material delivery. This role directly supervises hourly inventory staff and works in close collaboration with Procurement, Scheduling, and Production to ensure accurate material flow and availability. The Inventory Supervisor also supports reporting, analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational performance. Reporting to Materials Management.

As an Inventory Supervisor, you will :

• Ensure timely and accurate receipt of inbound materials. Coordinate with Procurement and Quality to resolve discrepancies and process returns.
• Maintain an organized and well-controlled inventory storage area. Implement best practices for location accuracy, labeling, and material movement.
• Administer internal Kanban systems and ensure timely replenishment of materials to production points. Optimize inventory levels and bin management.
• Supervise picking and kitting processes to meet production schedules. Ensure job orders are accurately staged and delivered to the appropriate locations.
• Execute scheduled cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and adjust inventory as needed. Maintain inventory accuracy and compliance with audit standards.
• Manage internal material delivery routes between departments to support efficient production flow. Continuously assess delivery timing and resource allocation.
• Work closely with Procurement, Scheduling, and Production teams to align material availability with demand. Support scheduling priorities and respond to dynamic production needs.
• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of hourly employees. Promote safety, accountability, and continuous improvement within the department.
• Generate inventory, transaction, and performance reports. Provide data to support decision-making, planning, and audit readiness.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement solutions to streamline inventory control, material movement, and system utilization. Champion 5S and lean practices.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills :

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills :

Why Work in the Greater Metro Atlanta Area

Our facility is located in Kennesaw, GA, which is conveniently located within driving distance to Atlanta and historic downtown Kennesaw. The area offers excellent school systems, an abundance of outdoor walking trails, and low crime rates to create a family-friendly environment. The area is surrounded by several growing communities, with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and outdoor activities that make them exciting places to live and work.

About Our Location

Our Cold Chain business unit, headquartered in Kennesaw, is the leading provider of electronic controls and optimization services for supermarket, convenience store, restaurant, and refrigerated transportation customers and the OEMs that serve them. The business unit is comprised of multiple acquisitions organized to add value to Copeland's world-leading products through control, connectivity, and monitoring. The business generates half of its revenue outside of North America and employs over 1,200 people globally. Headquartered in the Greater Atlanta area, the business has major operations in Minnesota, Italy, Mexico, Brazil, China, and the Philippines. The Cold Chain business helps ensure that food safely and efficiently travels from farm to fork. With the blend of businesses and functions represented under this one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Kennesaw location.

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose : Sustainability is no small ambition. That's why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable futurefor our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual / family needs : medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

Together, we have the opportunity and the power to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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