Columbia Distributing

Inventory Control Supervisor II

Columbia Distributing  •  Kent, WA (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

The Inventory Control Supervisor II is responsible for leading and overseeing all inventory control functions within the warehouse operation. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and proper management of inventory across all processes, including receiving, storage, replenishment, and shipping. This position leads the inventory control team while supporting cross-functional warehouse operations.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the Inventory Control team to ensure inventory accuracy and accountability
  • Oversee cycle counting programs, physical inventories, and audit processes
  • Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies through root cause analysis
  • Ensure FIFO, lot control, and proper inventory handling practices
  • Partner with operations teams to maintain inventory accuracy across workflows
  • Establish, review, monitor, and enforce as applicable all operational SOPs
  • Monitor WMS accuracy including transactions and location control
  • Recruit, train, coach, supervise and evaluate inventory control staff
  • Assist with adherence / development of monthly, quarterly and annual inventory expense.
  • Communicate inventory performance metrics and corrective actions
  • Assist with adherence / development of monthly, quarterly and annual inventory expense
  • Serve as the liaison between internal & external customers (Purchasing, Sales, Delivery, Suppliers etc.)
  • Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and company policies
  • Always Demonstrate behaviors consistent with those of the Company's Core Values
  • Adhere to all state liquor laws and regulations.
  • Complete all other tasks or projects as assigned

Key Competencies

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Effective organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent analytical and attention to detail skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers

People Management

This position will manage a diverse group of Inventory Leads and Associates.

Work Environment

This job operates mostly indoors with occasional outdoor work.

Physical Demands

  • Lift/carry/push/pull 50 lbs. repetitively and up to 165 lbs.
  • Bend/stoop/crouch/squat/use arms/wrists/hands/grasp
  • Climb stairs/ladders

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, days and hours of work vary and may include weekends.

Travel

None

Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree
  • High School diploma or GED required

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Minimum three (3) years warehouse experience
  • Minimum two (2) years supervisory/lead experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Warehouse Director
Columbia Distributing

About Columbia Distributing

Columbia Distributing is one of the nation’s finest beer, cider, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverage distributors since 1935. With our primary hubs are located in Kent, WA and Canby, OR, we distribute some of the best known brands in the beverage business. Today Columbia Distributing employs nearly 3,000 people and covers more than 135,000 square miles across Oregon and Washington.

We were named “2015 Beer Wholesaler of the Year” by the leading beverage business trends magazine Market Watch. Columbia Distributing has also been named the winner of Beverage Wholesaler Magazine’s "Best Workforce Development Award" for 2025.

Our success is based on the deep-rooted tradition of delivering quality products, timely service and a genuine concern for customers’ needs. This is achieved by providing ongoing, sustainable opportunities and growth for our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders and communities. This national recognition is a powerful reflection of the effort we’re putting into developing our people, investing in leadership growth, and building a culture of continuous improvement. It’s also validation that what we’re doing internally is being noticed and celebrated across our industry.

For more information on Columbia Distributing and career opportunities, please visit www.coldist.com.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Wilsonville, Oregon
Year Founded
1935
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