Inventory Control Manager
Location: On-site in Montebello
Compensation: The base salary for this role starts at $75,000 and will vary depending on experience.

About PATH
PATH is on a mission to create a more sustainable future by becoming the go-to bottled water brand that helps break the addiction to single-use plastic. As global consumer demand for sustainable and reusable packaging continues to grow, PATH is leading the way with innovative, purpose-driven solutions that make a real impact.

About the Role

The Inventory Control Manager is responsible for ensuring end-to-end inventory integrity by maintaining full alignment between physical inventory and system records (WMS) across all facilities.

This role leads the design, implementation, and governance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)while driving cross-functional projects that improve inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and compliance. The position acts as a central point of control for inventory data, process discipline, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Success in this role requires strong ownership of systemic accuracy, physical verification processes, SOP adherence, and project execution across warehouse operations.

We offer competitive benefits for all full-time team members, including:

• 401k with a 6% employer match

• Flexible Time Off policy

• 12 company holidays + year-end company shutdown

• Communications and wellness stipends

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Long-term and short-term disability insurance

• Life insurance

• Flexible Time Off Policy

Responsibilities:

Inventory Accuracy & System Integrity

• Ensure continuous alignment between physical inventory and WMS/IMS system records across all warehouses and partners

• Oversee and validate all inventory transactions, including receiving, put-away, transfers, shipping, returns, production work orders, and adjustments

• Process and review inbound shipments, verifying physical counts against vendor documentation and system records

• Execute supervisor-approved system adjustments for discrepancies (e.g., missing, found, or mislocated inventory)

• Maintain and manage quarantine processes for damaged, expired, or non-conforming inventory, ensuring proper system updates

• Investigate, document, and resolve inventory discrepancies, including root-cause analysis and corrective actions

• Lead daily cycle counts and support annual physical inventory processes

• Establish and enforce controls to proactively detect and prevent inventory inaccuracies

SOP Development & Process Governance

• Design, document, implement, and continuously improve SOPs related to inventory control and warehouse operations

• Train teams on SOPs and ensure consistent adherence across warehouse and cross-functional stakeholders

• Audit warehouse processes to ensure compliance with defined procedures

• Standardize inventory management practices across locations to ensure scalability and consistency

• Maintain accurate documentation control, including SOP versioning and accessibility

Project Management & Continuous Improvement

• Lead and support cross-functional initiatives related to inventory flow, WMS enhancements, and operational improvements

• Define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and success metrics in partnership with stakeholders

• Collaborate with Operations, IT, Finance, Procurement, and Transportation to improve systems and processes

• Develop and monitor KPIs, dashboards, and alerts to track performance, identify risks, and drive improvements

• Drive initiatives that improve vendor compliance, shipping accuracy, and internal operational discipline

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Issue Resolution

• Partner closely with Finance to reconcile inventory and resolve discrepancies

• Support operational investigations by gathering accurate data for audits and root-cause analysis

• Coordinate with Procurement, Transportation, and Fulfillment to ensure accurate inventory flow and resolve daily issues

• Act as the point of contact for operational exceptions and ensure proper documentation and communication of deviations

Team Leadership

• Provide guidance and tools to warehouse teams to improve accuracy and execution

• Serve as subject matter expert for WMS/IMS transactions and inventory data integrity

Qualifications:

Technical Skills

• Hands-on experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or Inventory Management Systems (IMS)

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, VLOOKUPs, data analysis, reporting)

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in warehouse, inventory control, production, or supply chain operations

• Experience in SOP development, process improvement, and cross-functional project management strongly preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred

Core Competencies

• High attention to detail and strong process discipline

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across Finance, Operations, and warehouse teams

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills

Our Commitment

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. PATH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination under Federal law. For more information, please see EEO is the Law.

Individual pay rate decisions are based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company. We expect the majority of the candidates who are offered roles at our company to fall healthily throughout the range based on these factors. While the range above is for the expectations as laid out in the job description, the final offer amount will depend on the factors listed above.