Inventory Manager

Date:Nov 4, 2026

Location: Carthage, MO, US

Company: Leggett & Platt

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for an Inventory Manager within our inventoryteam to help support our bedding business. Did you know we have been revolutionizing the sleep industry since 1883? That's right! In fact, we hold the original patent on a spiral steel coil bed spring, filed way back in 1885. Since then, we have been an industry leader in guaranteeing you get the best sleep possible. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As an Inventory Manager you will have the opportunity to play a critical role in optimizing inventory strategy, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring the right products are available. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by improving supply chain performance and reducing operational costs. The team you will be working with is collaborative and innovative, and values challenging work and diversity of thought.

So, what will you be doing as an Inventory Manager?

Direct daily activities of inventory personnel

Maintains Inventory stock levels

Research and add new LPCS and D365 part numbers

Initiate, recommend or provide solutions through designated channels

Verify the implementation of solutions

Responsible for inventory record accuracy

Responsible for organizing and overseeing finished goods and raw material inventories once a year

Manage shipping, receiving, inventory control, and tool crib

Have a clear understanding of all processes involved with the position

Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformities related to the product, process and /or the system

Identify, record and communicate any problems relating to product, process and the management system

Monitors slow-moving and obsolete inventory

Approves, evaluates and completes inventory adjustments to maintain inventory accuracy

Participate in the Continuous Improvement Process

Member of Branch Management Team

Work with Accountant Assistant and Division Controller on period end financials

Review monthly financial records

Work with Corporate auditors during Branch audits

Control further processing, delivery or installation of nonconforming product until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected

Conform to all Quality and Safety requirements and procedures

Perform other duties as requested or as deemed appropriate

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

Strong math and computer skills

Excellent communication and organizational skills (verbal & written)

Previous materials, inventory, warehouse, shipping and receiving management experience

Must be a "Hands on Manager", and must promote a teamwork environment

Must have a cooperative attitude, necessary to work effectively with others

Excellent leadership and conflict resolution skills

Working knowledge of L&P Accounting Policies and Procedures

Ability to conduct an effective meeting by developing and following an agenda

Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions

Must be detail oriented

Commitment to Quality Management Systems and Continuous Improvement

Commitment to L&P Safety and Environmental initiatives

Must have ability to obtain a fork truck license

What to Do Next

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Our Values

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Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.

Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth - good or bad.

Do Great Work...Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.

Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

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