Inventory Manager
Inventory Manager
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Inventory ManagerJob Description
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Inventory Manager to oversee and optimize our inventory operations with a strong focus on financial audit readiness staff development and long-term inventory strategy. This role is vital in ensuring inventory accuracy supporting financial compliance and developing a high-performing team to sustain growth and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Financial & Audit Compliance
Ensure all inventory records are accurate and audit-ready at all times.
Prepare and deliver comprehensive inventory reports to financial auditors and senior leadership.
Partner with Finance to reconcile physical inventory with general ledger accounts.
2. People Development & Team Leadership
Lead coach and develop a team of inventory specialists and warehouse personnel.
Implement training programs to elevate technical skills and cross-functional collaboration.
Conduct regular performance reviews set clear KPIs and support career development.
Foster a culture of accountability ownership and continuous improvement.
3. Inventory Strategy & Operations
Develop and execute inventory strategies aligned with business goals and growth projections.
Drive inventory optimization initiatives to balance service levels working capital and turnover.
Utilize data and analytics to inform demand planning procurement decisions and space utilization.
Collaborate with Procurement Production and Sales teams to forecast needs and minimize stockouts or overstock scenarios.
Recommend and implement inventory management system enhancements and process improvements.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Finance Business or a related field (preferred)
5 years of experience in inventory management with exposure to audit or finance environments.
Proven track record of building and managing high-performing teams.
Strong knowledge of inventory management systems (ERP WMS) and advanced Excel skills.
Excellent analytical organizational and communication skills.
Experience collaborating with external auditors and finance teams is a strong plus.
Certification in inventory or supply chain (e.g. APICS CPIM CSCP) preferred.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
