Inventory Supervisor

Job Announcement: HR2025:134
Position Title: Inventory Supervisor
Advertising: Tribal-Wide
Department: Facilities Division
Division: Facilities
Immediate Supervisor: Division Director-Facilities Services
Department Director: Division Director-Facilities Services
Employment Status: Exempt
Position Type: Regular Full–Time
Mandatory Reporter: No
Background Check Required: Yes (data-sensitive) **
Opening Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Closing Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 by 5:00 p.m.

Preference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

Overview
As a leader of others, we are seeking an inspiring leader who excels at fostering engagement, embraces flexibility, and champions a culture of collaboration and growth. In this role, you will have the opportunity to guide and influence others, empowering your team to achieve shared goals and drive meaningful results.

Primary Objectives
The Inventory Supervisor is an important leadership role that is responsible for managing and maintaining inventory levels, leading and coordinating the day-to-day operations of inventory control, warehousing, and materials management for the Facilities Division. This includes maintaining accurate documentation, implementing standardized procedures, supervising inventory staff, and supporting purchasing activities. This position ensures the integrity and accountability of all tools, equipment, and assets under Facilities Division control while developing strategies that promote operational efficiency and fiscal responsibility. The incumbent will also provide leadership to the Inventory Specialists, ensuring proper training, compliance with safety protocols, and consistent application of inventory processes across all Facilities departments. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position. PCI Employees are expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs and departmental objectives, as assigned.
Leaders of the Poarch Creek Indians will consistently demonstrate the abilities to influence, innovate, flex their style, and problem solve.

Essential Functions

• Supervises the Inventory Specialist and oversees daily warehouse operations.
• Maintains a visual outlook on tools and materials coming in and out of the warehouse.
• Enters all inventory items into the maintenance portal for asset tracking and documentation.
• Ensures all tools and equipment are documented when issued and returned by employees.
• Inspects and notates maintenance or safety issues with equipment requiring repair.
• Maintains established minimum asset levels and reorder as needed.
• Coordinates with vendors to obtain quotes, place orders, and verify deliveries.
• Communicates with coworkers and leadership when items or supplies need replenishing.
• Conducts regular inspections to identify maintenance, safety, or operational issues and coordinates corrective actions.
• Signs for deliveries and verifies accuracy of goods received.
• Delivers recyclable materials to the Environmental Protection team as needed.
• Maintains an organized, clean, and safe warehouse environment.
• Supports coworkers with system navigation or basic computer assistance.
• Oversees trailer usage, maintain trailer logs, and ensure adherence to usage guidelines.
• Ensures consistency of inventory procedures across all departments.
• Assists Facilities leadership with purchasing approvals, documentation, and budget tracking.
• Works closely with Asset Specialist and Finance to ensure alignment and communication regarding asset tagging, reconciliation, and disposal processes are being followed appropriately.
• Oversees trailer usage, maintains trailer logs, and ensures proper adherence to usage guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate person.

Job Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Business or related field required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One (1) year of employment experience in inventory control, purchasing, warehouse operations, compliance or asset management tracking required.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience in monitoring or coordinating the activities of subordinates including general supervision, performance evaluations, disciplinary procedures, leave approval, timesheets, etc. required.
• Experience using inventory management systems, maintenance portals (such as eMaint), and asset documentation software required.
• Two (2) years of employment experience overseeing staff, workflows, or project coordination in an operational or warehouse setting required.
• Experience in budget tracking, vendor management, and process improvement required.
• Must have Forklift certification or must obtain within one hundred eight (180) days of employment.
• Must have OSHA 10 certification or must obtain within one year of employment.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed. Subject to 24/7 on-call assignment as deemed necessary for Tribal Government Operations.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license and insurable driving record according to Tribal insurance guidelines.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.

Core Competencies Required

• Accountability, dependability, and integrity.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and supervise others effectively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Strong interpersonal communication with both internal staff and vendors.
• Time management and multitasking in a high-volume environment.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication.
• Leadership and coaching skills for subordinate staff.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and Tribal values.
• Ability to remain engaged until assignments are completed and overcome obstacles.
• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to sit, stand walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, and twist for an extended period of time as well as climb, lift, hold, and move objects weighing a minimum of fifty (50) pounds.
• Demonstrated proficiency in English, spelling, punctuation, and writing composition.
• Must have a working knowledge of computers with the ability to work in a Windows environment with various software programs such as Word, Excel, etc.
• Demonstrates the ability to assemble a high performing team that produces great results.
• Can manage across peer groups through relationships and positivity.
• Proactively seeks to understand and then improve process, practice, and policy.
• Takes accountability for performance and results.

Compensation and Benefits

• The starting pay will depend on factors such as experience level and skillset.
• Voluntary full-time benefit offerings include the following - medical, dental, vision, and life insurance and other voluntarily insurance options. We also offer an Employee Assistant Program (EAP), paid time off, paid holidays, 401K with matching, bonuses, and COLA increase.

Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.

**Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.