DC Inventory Control Supervisor

About Designer Brands

At Designer Brands, we are the proud parent company of DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, The Shoe Company, and Rubino, operating nearly 675 stores across North America and a billion-dollar digital commerce business. We lead the footwear industry with a diverse portfolio of iconic brands, including Topo Athletic, Keds, Vince Camuto, Kelly & Katie, Jessica Simpson, Lucky Brand, Mix No. 6, Crown Vintage, and others. With expertise in design, production, and sourcing, we create on-trend footwear and accessories, delivered through a robust omni-channel infrastructure and national wholesale distribution. At Designer Brands, we are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, where each employee’s unique perspective contributes to our success. Anchored by our core values of “We Love What We Do,” “We Own What We Do,” “We Do What’s Right,” and “We Belong,” we continuously drive forward together, building a future where everyone can put their best foot forward.

The Opportunity

At Designer Brands, our distribution centers are at the heart of delivering great experiences to our customers. As an Inventory Control Supervisor, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of inventory operations that support our stores and eCommerce business.

This is an opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys solving problems, developing people, and driving continuous improvement. You'll lead a team responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, investigating discrepancies, and supporting operational excellence across the distribution center. By partnering with Operations, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams, you'll help create solutions that keep product moving, support customer commitments, and improve overall performance.

If you're energized by data, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy coaching teams to achieve results, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead Inventory Control Operations

• Oversee daily Inventory Control activities to support inventory accuracy and operational goals.
• Coordinate cycle counting, inventory audits, reconciliations, and inventory adjustments.
• Monitor inventory accuracy, shrink, and compliance metrics and communicate results to leadership.
• Ensure inventory records are accurate and maintained in accordance with customer service expectations and operational requirements.

Drive Accuracy and Problem Solving

• Investigate inventory discrepancies and partner with Operations and other teams to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Maintain inventory integrity through effective system monitoring, transaction management, and process adherence.
• Analyze inventory and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare inventory-related operational and customer reporting.

Support Compliance and Audit Readiness

• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, company policies, and inventory control standards.
• Support internal, customer, financial, and regulatory audits.
• Promote adherence to inventory control best practices and established processes.

Develop and Lead a High-Performing Team

• Train, coach, and support associates through performance management and development planning.
• Create opportunities for growth through knowledge sharing, skill development, and succession planning.
• Ensure team members have the tools, training, and resources needed to perform successfully.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Champion Safety and Continuous Improvement

• Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment.
• Support compliance with workplace safety standards and company policies.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance inventory processes and operational efficiency.
• Encourage teamwork and a customer-focused mindset across the operation.

What You'll Need

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in inventory control, distribution center operations, logistics, or supply chain environments.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience within a warehouse or distribution center setting.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of inventory control principles, warehouse operations, and distribution center processes.
• Working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), inventory movement, and inventory reconciliation processes.
• Experience with inventory management platforms such as Manhattan, JDA, SAP, DMPLUS, WCS, or similar systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends and resolve inventory-related issues.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, and communicate inventory and operational data.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams and levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage performance, and support employee development.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of inventory control, compliance, and audit best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in retail, wholesale, eCommerce, or third-party logistics environments.
• Knowledge of inventory control methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience supporting customer, financial, or regulatory audits.
• Advanced knowledge of RF technology and system-directed warehouse processes.
• Experience managing inventory accuracy, cycle counting, and reconciliation processes.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and four (4) years of relevant experience.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Physical Demands

• Lift or exert force up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Walk frequently throughout the workday.
• Stand frequently for extended periods.
• Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, or balance.
• Frequently communicate verbally and hear effectively in a warehouse environment.

Work Environment

• Frequently work around moving mechanical equipment and warehouse operations.

Perks and Benefits You’ll Enjoy!

• Your Sole Well-Being: Our benefits package is crafted with our associates in mind! We support you with benefits like free virtual health care, robust family/fertility benefits, 401(k) w/ match, and more. Explore our offerings at https://mymobilewalletcard.com/dbi.
• Stepping Up Your Career: Take advantage of training programs, professional development, and education assistance to advance your career with a company that celebrates bold ideas and fresh perspectives.
• We are Shoe-Obsessed: Because we know a great pair of shoes can change your day, you’ll enjoy 30% off at DSW & DSW.com, plus discounts across our family of brands.