Supply Chain Inventory Control Lead in Irvine, California at Eterna Management, LLC

**Supply Chain Inventory Control LeadCompany: [Eterna Management LLC] Location: Orange County, California (On-Site)Industry: Third-Party Logistics | Employment Type: Full-TimeReports To: Supply Chain Manager / Director of Operations**About UsWe are an Orange County-based third-party logistics provider specializing in the storage, fulfillment, and distribution of products. Think of our supply chain as a river system — our Inventory Control Lead is the dam keeper, making sure water (product) flows exactly where it needs to go, at exactly the right volume, with zero overflow and zero drought. If inventory is the lifeblood of our operation, this role is the pulse.Position OverviewThe Supply Chain Inventory Control Lead is the single source of truth for all product movement within our facility. This role bridges the gap between the warehouse floor and data-driven decision-making — owning cycle counts, reconciling discrepancies, managing , and ensuring that every SKU is tracked in like a skilled air traffic controller, you'll keep every "flight" of inventory moving safely, on time, and without collision.Key ResponsibilitiesInventory Accuracy & ControlOwn and execute a comprehensive cycle count program — think of it as taking a daily pulse of the warehouse rather than waiting for an annual physicalInvestigate and resolve inventory discrepancies with root-cause analysis; document findings and implement corrective actionsMaintain real-time inventory accuracy targets.Conduct full physical inventory audits on a scheduled and as-needed basisSystems & Data ManagementManage inventory records.Generate daily, weekly, and monthly inventory reports for operations leadership and client accountsIdentify and flag slow-moving, expired, or non-compliant inventory before it becomes a cost problemCompliance & Regulatory OversightCoordinate with the compliance team on any regulatory audits or third-party inspectionsMaintain prper chain of custody documentation for all inbound and outbound product movements.Supply Chain CoordinationPartner with receiving, fulfillment, and transportation teams to ensure seamless product flow — acting as the connective tissue between all warehouse departmentsCommunicate proactively with client brand managers regarding stock levels, replenishment timelines, and inventory exceptionsSupport procurement activities by providing accurate on-hand data and demand signals to the purchasing teamTeam LeadershipLead and develop a team of 3–6 inventory associates across receiving, storage, and cycle count functionsCross-train team members to eliminate single points of failure — because a chain is only as strong as its weakest linkRequired Qualifications3+ years of experience in inventory control, supply chain coordination, or warehouse operations within a regulated industry food & beverageHands-on experience with WMS platforms and inventory tracking systems; METRC experience strongly preferredStrong analytical skills — you should be able to look at an inventory variance report the way a doctor reads an X-ray: quickly identifying what's broken and prescribing the fixDemonstrated experience leading small teams in a high-accountability environmentProficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for data analysis and reportingPreferred QualificationsExperience with multi-client 3PL environmentsFamiliarity with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, or equivalent)Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus in OC operational environments