Inventory Manager

This is an Onsite position based at our location in Hanover Park IL.

• No Visa sponsorships are available for this position.

The Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing all inventory control processes within the plant to ensure accurate timely and efficient material flow. This role plays a critical part in supporting production continuity minimizing inventory discrepancies and driving operational excellence across all shifts.

The Inventory Manager will lead inventory teams partner cross-functionally with production shipping and purchasing and ensure alignment with MANNHUMMEL standards and KPIs.

Inventory Control & Accuracy

Maintain accurate inventory levels across raw materials WIP and finished goods

Drive cycle count programs and ensure compliance with audit requirements

Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies root cause issues and implement corrective actions

Monitor inventory transactions within ERP systems (e.g. SAP / SuccessFactors integration where applicable)

Operational Leadership

Lead and develop Inventory Supervisors and team members across all shifts

Establish clear expectations accountability and performance standards

Support staffing training and development of inventory personnel

Partner with supervisors to ensure consistency in processes and execution

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Production Shipping Receiving and Purchasing teams

Ensure material availability aligns with production schedules 1

Support plant initiatives such as continuous improvement and cost reduction

Communicate effectively with leadership on inventory performance and risks

Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy material flow and warehouse organization

Implement lean principles and best practices within inventory operations

Support system and process enhancements in coordination with corporate teams

Compliance & Reporting

Ensure adherence to company policies safety standards and audit requirements

Prepare and present inventory KPIs (accuracy variance cycle counts etc.)

Maintain documentation and reporting for internal and external audits

Education:

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Operations Business or a related field

Experience:

5 years of experience in inventory control within a manufacturing environment

2 years of leadership experience within a manufacturing / warehousing environment

Required Skills:

Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Advanced Excel and data analysis skills

Preferred Experience and Skills:

Experience within the automotive aerospace and/or filtration manufacturing industries

Lean / Six Sigma knowledge (Yellow Belt minimum preferred)

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

KANBAN and PFEP experience

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