Manager, Supply Chain Inventory Excellence

Position Overview The Supply Chain Inventory Excellence Manager leads inventory analytics, shortage control, SOX governance, and inventory control across multiple Distribution Centers, driving inventory accuracy, loss reduction, compliance, and operational performance through data-driven insights and continuous improvement. This role oversees inventory controls, audits, reconciliations, and reporting, identifying risks, resolving root causes, and implementing sustainable solutions while partnering with Operations, Finance, Asset Protection, and Internal Audit to strengthen controls, optimize inventory performance, and develop a high-performing team of Analysts. With oversight from the Director, Inventory Control, leads network-wide audits, operational reviews, and inventory control assessments to evaluate control effectiveness, identify process gaps, quantify risk, and drive continuous improvement. Partners with Distribution Center Operations, Asset Protection, Finance/Accounts Payable, Internal Audit, and Supply Chain leadership to communicate inventory risks, audit findings, and performance trends, translating analytical insights into data-driven strategies that strengthen controls, reduce shortages, improve inventory performance, and enhance operational excellence across the network. Leads and develops a team of Inventory Analysts (Levels I, II, and III), fostering a culture of analytical rigor, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement. Oversees inventory analytics, KPI reporting, and root cause investigations to identify trends, quantify risks, and deliver actionable business insights. Execution leader responsible for performance metrics, develops analytical capabilities, and provides coaching and performance leadership to strengthen reporting, inventory controls, and problem-solving skills, driving measurable business outcomes and organizational effectiveness. A Day In The Life Inventory Analytics, Reporting & Performance Management Lead inventory analytics, KPI reporting, dashboard development, and performance monitoring by analyzing inventory trends, variances, shrink, cycle count results, and operational metrics to identify risks, opportunities, and actionable insights that drive inventory accuracy and business performance. Inventory Controls, Compliance & Governance Executes and monitors inventory controls, SOX compliance activities, KPIs, audit procedures, user-access reviews, and inventory-control standards established by Supply Chain leadership. Escalates identified control gaps and recommends corrective actions for Director approval. Root Cause Analysis & Continuous Improvement Conduct root cause analysis of inventory discrepancies, control failures, receiving issues, and operational variances; partner cross-functionally to implement corrective actions, process improvements, best practices, and system enhancements that improve efficiency and measurable business outcomes. Inventory Operations & Financial Management Coordinates inventory control operations/data, including cycle counting, inventory research, exception reporting, reconciliations, adjustments, inventory disposition, and documentation required for monthly and year-end inventory reporting, accruals, and financial close activities, subject to review and approval by the Director, Inventory Control. Leadership & Talent Development Provides day-to-day leadership to Inventory Analysts, including work allocation, quality review, coaching, performance management, and technical capability development. Strategic Partnership & Risk Management Partner with Operations, Finance, Engineering, Asset Protection, Internal Audit, and external stakeholders to address inventory and vendor-related issues, support loss reduction initiatives, and provide inventory analysis for disaster recovery and business continuity efforts. You'll Come With Basic Qualifications: 5+ years of inventory control, accounting, or related operational experience within a warehouse, d…

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