Inventory Manager
Imagine
Shakopee, MN · $75k–$105k a year · Posted October 16, 2026
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Description
Job Summary:
Improve the health and accuracy of our inventory through process monitoring, problem solving, and improvement.
Job Description:
Develop, implement, and maintain inventory accuracy processes and control procedures throughout the facility.
Analyze inventory discrepancies and conduct root cause investigations to identify and eliminate recurring issues.
Establish and monitor inventory accuracy KPIs, including count accuracy, location accuracy, inventory adjustments, and transaction compliance.
Partner with Production, Purchasing, Shipping, Receiving, and Quality teams to resolve inventory-related issues.
Ensure proper execution of inventory transactions, including receipts, transfers, consumption, returns, and shipments.
Identify inventory risks related to obsolescence, excess inventory, shortages, and material loss.
Implement process improvements to reduce inventory errors and improve material visibility.
Audit warehouse and production inventory handling practices to ensure compliance with company standards.
Develop and maintain inventory control documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory flow and material management.
Collaborate with IT and business system teams to improve ERP/WMS inventory transaction processes.
Monitor inventory adjustments and investigate unusual trends or variances.
Other duties as assigned.
Supervisor Responsibilities:
May have supervisor responsibilities based upon candidate skills and team makeup
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications of Position:
5+ years of inventory control, warehouse management, materials management, or manufacturing experience.
Strong knowledge of ERP systems (Monarch, VeraCore, etc.).
Experience with cycle counting, physical inventory management, and inventory auditing.
Preferred Qualifications of Position:
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
Monarch ERP experience highly desired.
2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities.
Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
Most work will be done sitting at a computer
EEO Statement:
The Imagine Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Salary Description $75,000 - $105,000