Inventory Manager

Job Description

Job Description

The Inventory Manager position will oversee company-wide inventory accounting, including physical counts and costing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manages and monitors the inventory tracking system supporting multiple sites.
• Evaluates receipts, shipments, and product levels to improve inventory control procedures and maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Analyzes daily/weekly site product and supply levels.
• Produces transfer orders to balance inventory and mitigate shortages between sites.
• Manages inter-company receipts and shipments to optimize operations.
• Communicates with inventory, purchasing and all site operations employees to achieve business goals.
• Proposes strategies to reduce costs and improve inventory control, inventory levels and logistics.
• Monitors demand and analyzes data to anticipate future supply and logistical needs.
• Reports on inventory levels, supply chain progress, procedural efficiency and personnel issues to upper management.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in business, logistics, systems engineering, or supply chain management preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar role preferred.
• Experience working with inventory management software and forecasting strategies.
• Experience conducting tracking and data analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to be flexible, adapt quickly to changes and lead a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong proactive critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills.