Senior Manager, Inventory Control (Distribution Center)

Overview

We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: "Life's a Party, We're Makin' It Fun!" and "So Much Fun It's Scary!"

At Spencer's and Spirit Halloween, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.

One Team / One Goal

We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible work environment
• Career advancement
• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k with a company match
• 30% merchandise discount

Responsibilities

Our Charlotte Distribution Center is seeking a results-driven Senior Manager, Inventory Control to oversee inventory accuracy, merchandise flow, and team performance. This role is responsible for optimizing inventory management processes, leading a team, and driving cost-saving initiatives. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, problem-solver, and leader who can ensure compliance with company policies while fostering continuous improvement in a fast-paced distribution environment. 

• Own and drive inventory accuracy and integrity across the distribution center, accountable for best-in-class inventory KPIs, governance, and audit rigor
• Lead and develop inventory control leaders, analysts, and hourly associates across inventory, quality assurance, and problem-solving functions
• Oversee cycle counting, discrepancy resolution, and root cause analysis, ensuring sustainable corrective and preventive actions
• Apply strong analytical curiosity to uncover the why behind defects, translating data insights into measurable operational improvements
• Partner with Operations, Quality, IT, and Finance to identify defect injection points, challenge existing processes, and implement scalable solutions
• Leverage data analytics, process mapping, and WMS alignment to improve data integrity and accuracy at every inventory touchpoint
• Design and execute proactive strategies to reduce shrink, prevent errors, and strengthen inventory controls
• Implement lean inventory management practices to eliminate waste, improve efficiency, and support strategic inventory initiatives
• Recruit, coach, and mentor teams while fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
• Optimize staffing and productivity to meet business needs while sustaining high operational standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; and seven to ten years of inventory control or distribution center experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience 
• Previous management experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment, and with quality assurance processes 
• Proven ability to influence peers or stakeholders, with varying levels of seniority and within different organizations 
• Knowledge of supply chain management principles and familiarity with SOX compliance and inventory control systems 
• Proficiency with inventory management systems (WMS) and Microsoft Excel to track and improve inventory accuracy 
• Strong understanding of inventory control processes, cycle counting, and root cause analysis; managing inventory audits and reconciling discrepancies 
• Excellent communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams 
• Ability to develop and implement process improvements for accuracy and efficiency 
• Flexibility to work fluctuating shifts in a fast-paced distribution environment