Sr Manager - Global Inventory Control

Sr Manager – Global Inventory Control Location: Northbrook, IL 60062, United States Job Description Lead and manage the daily operations of the Global Inventory Management department including planning and scheduling of all packaged goods replenishments across U.S. plants as well as external contract manufacturers. Design structure and policies to actively monitor and control global inventory levels to balance customer service expectations with the company’s total cost to serve objectives; includes U.S. Master Replenishment Schedules and Global SAP Master Data. Perform analyses for U.S. manufacturing and warehousing operations to optimize inventory levels and deliver against supply chain objectives. Drive continuous improvement efforts by providing supply‑chain analyses and project leadership. Detailed Tasks and Responsibilities Financial Management & Leadership Plan and manage the daily operations of the department to meet the needs of the customer while delivering company goals and objectives. Develop and manage global inventory management operations plan to ensure accomplishment of related cost‑control and cost‑reduction goals. Lead cross‑functional teams responsible for defining and meeting standard, quarter‑end, and year‑end inventory volume and dollar targets throughout the global supply network while meeting or exceeding customer service expectations. Coordinate global inventory management strategy and goals with supply‑chain planning objectives to ensure collaborative effort toward company and departmental objectives. Partner with finance, U.S. commercial, U.S. manufacturing plants, and global supply‑chain organizations to facilitate or implement cost reductions and supply‑chain efficiencies related to global inventory management and total cost to serve. Plan, organize, and manage the work of team members to ensure that department and company goals are understood and realized. Global Inventory Management Strategy, Analytics and Metrics Develop and implement strategy, analyses, and measurements to support future growth of the company, utilize resources as appropriate, reduce cost and improve processes and efficiencies. Formalize, communicate, and advocate the strategic vision for global inventory management with internal and external customers. Ensure that global inventory management operations align with supply‑chain, finance, business and company goals and objectives. Define, develop, and maintain weekly and monthly performance metrics to include key performance indicators (KPIs). Global Inventory Management Processes and Procedures Develop procedures, establish standards and manage operations to ensure timely and efficient delivery of products to customers and sustainability of the global inventory management processes. Establish and maintain standard company inventory management processes and procedures that connect to and support the supply‑planning S&OP process. Update and/or create global inventory management standard procedures, policies, and manuals. Develop and implement continuous improvement processes to drive network optimization, cost reductions and improved service in collaboration with other stakeholders and functions within the company. Technology Develop policies, train, and optimize use of SAP as it relates to global inventory management. Lead and support IT infrastructure opportunities to support company global inventory operations. Implement functional specifications for inventory analytics applications, facilitate report configuration and coordinate the rollout of the company’s inventory analytics with the IT department and analytics team. Qualifications 7+ years of experience in supply chain and business/industry; specifically in production planning, S&OP, transportation, inventory management, or operations. Experience leading cross‑functional teams and/or projects to implement new processes or capabilities within complex, multi‑regional and multi‑cultural contexts. Proven experience or demonstrated capability in leading change initiatives in complex and dynamic environments. Strong analytical, strategic conceptual thinking, strategic planning, and execution skills. Experience with SAP/ERP systems and Microsoft Power BI is preferred. Education Bachelor’s degree in business, supply‑chain operations, science or engineering, or equivalent required. Pay Range $123,000 – $150,000 Benefits Discretionary bonus Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with matching Profit sharing Paid time off (PTO) Short‑term and long‑term disability (STD / LTD) Dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) Health savings account (HSA) Paid parental leave Adoption assistance Reactions – Recognition Program Employee assistance program (EAP) Application Requirements Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Stepan is a global specialty and intermediate chemical manufacturer that has been serving a broad range of industries for over 90 years. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stepan Oilfield Solutions