Supply Chain Specialist

Cross-Regional Order Management & Planning SpecialistThe Cross-Regional Order Management & Planning Specialist leads and supports inventory planning, order management, and customer service activities, with a strong focus on cross-regional material flow (IRF) and global supply balancing. This role is critical to ensuring efficient inventory movement across regions, optimizing global supply, and minimizing both shortages and excess. The specialist partners closely with regional teams to align priorities, improve supply visibility, and strengthen decision-making across APAC, Latin America, Europe, and North America.Key Responsibilities:Lead and optimize cross-regional inventory flow (IRF) to balance supply and demand across global networksMaintain optimal inventory levels while meeting service targets and staying within investment guidelinesMonitor demand trends and forecast accuracy to improve global inventory positioningIdentify and execute inter-regional transfer opportunities to reduce shortages, minimize excess, and improve fill ratesAnalyze global inventory positions and reporting to identify risks, opportunities, and required rebalancing actionsManage stocking policies (min/max levels) aligned with global flow strategies and service objectivesSupport forecasting and demand planning through data analysis, trend evaluation, and exception managementDrive reduction of slow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory through global redistribution strategiesReview warehouse inventory levels and coordinate order quantities and inter-regional movementsCommunicate supply risks, shortages, and mitigation plans to stakeholders across regionsPartner with regional planning and order management teams to align on supply strategies, constraints, and prioritiesLead cross-regional alignment meetings to drive decisions on inventory balancing, prioritization, and IRF executionAct as the central coordinator for cross-regional supply actions, ensuring alignment and follow-through on agreed plansDrive accountability across regions by tracking actions, resolving gaps, and ensuring execution of inventory strategiesQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, or a related fieldMinimum of 5 years of experience in inventory planning, supply planning, order management, or inventory controlStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detailProven ability to work effectively across multiple regions, time zones, and cross-functional teamsStrong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to align stakeholders at different levelsSelf-driven and proactive, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced global environmentExperience managing or supporting cross-regional supply flows, inter-regional transfers, and global inventory balancingBackground in international operations or global supply chain environmentsExperience with performance metrics, benchmarking, and continuous improvement initiativesHands-on experience with advanced analytics, AI, or automation tools to improve forecasting, inventory optimization, and supply-demand matchingAbility to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights that drive business decisionsFamiliarity with digital supply chain tools, decision intelligence platforms, or scenario modelingStrong understanding of how advanced analytics can improve service levels, reduce excess inventory, and enhance cross-regional planning decisionsRecommended Prescreen Questions:How have you managed international or cross-regional supply chain operations?How do you manage safety stock and inventory levels?Describe your process for handling customer complaints related to part availability or supply disruptions.Walk me through how you identify root cause, develop mitigation actions, and create a recovery plan for a supply chain issue.How do you prioritize backorders or urgent customer requests such as VOR situations?Have you used AI, Copilot, Power BI, Snowflake, or similar tools to improve supply chain processes?V2Soft is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.