Inventory - Mgr, Inventory

Schedule: 1st Shift - Monday to Friday from 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Compensation: $98K to $125K Shift Differential: $0 per hour Incentive eligible: (No) Position Overview The Inventory Manager oversees inventory control functions across warehouse operations, ensuring product accuracy, compliance with customer requirements, and adherence to company standards. This role leads a team of supervisors and analysts to manage stock integrity, reconcile discrepancies, and optimize inventory practices. The Inventory Manager partners with site leadership and customers to deliver accurate reporting, efficient operations, and continuous improvement in inventory management. Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities Inventory Management & Compliance Ensure alignment between physical inventory, warehouse management systems (WMS), and customer systems. Oversee processes for cycle counts, stock reconciliations, and discrepancy resolution. Manage controls over non-conforming products, ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards. Ensure accurate and timely execution of inbound/outbound inventory transactions. Support and prepare for customer audits, internal audits, and compliance reviews. Data Analysis & Reporting Develop and maintain inventory performance reports and scorecards for both internal leadership and customers. Analyze inventory data to identify root causes of discrepancies and recommend corrective actions. Provide insights and recommendations to improve inventory accuracy and reduce costs. Leverage systems (WMS, SAP, and reporting tools) to ensure real-time visibility into stock integrity. Leadership & Team Development Lead, coach, and develop a team of Supervisors and Analysts with the Inventory Department Conduct regular team meetings to set expectations, review results, and align on improvement strategies. Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement within the inventory team. Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures across the team. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with warehouse operations to ensure proper handling of product and adherence to inventory controls. Collaborate with Customer Service and Quality teams to research and resolve overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D). Serve as primary point of contact for customers regarding inventory performance, metrics, and escalations. Align with finance, transportation, and supply chain teams to support network-wide inventory initiatives. Continuous Improvement & Safety Identify and implement process improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. Lead or participate in Lean or Six Sigma initiatives to improve inventory processes. Actively support and participate in site safety programs and committees. Perform other related job duties as assigned or required Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent relevant experience. 5+ years of inventory control or supply chain experience, including leadership responsibility. Experience managing WMS, SAP, or similar inventory systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of implementing improvements. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) and data visualization tools. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. Ability to present data-driven insights to leadership and customers effectively. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a high-volume distribution or logistics environment. Certification in inventory management, supply chain, or Lean/Six Sigma. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred – both written and verbal. Physical Requirements This is largely a sedentary role requiring the physical ability to: Sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer Use hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and telephone Speak and hear clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone Occasi…

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