The Inventory Controls Manager supports the Americas supply chain operations.  This role is key in supporting optimal inventory levels.  Key priorities include: managing the inventory controls team, working with third party logistics providers (3PL) to manage the inventory reconciliation process, supporting month-end-close process, defining the overall strategy, and setting standards of physical inventory audits.

Key responsibilities include:

• Oversee transaction recording for all inventory movements. 

• Ensure inventory levels in SAP are accurate by identifying, researching, analyzing, and resolving discrepancies. 

• Support the month-end-close process by completing various inventory reports and analyses. 

• Collaborate cross functionally to identify, evaluate, and implement initiatives. 

• Provide internal and external auditors with all required documentation. 

• Manage the retailer  return process. Ensure credits are issued accurately and timely. 

• Guide the team in analyzing and researching issues to ensure quick resolution. 

• Analyze returns to identify trends/issues, evaluate the data and issue reporting to senior leadership.

• Establish, maintain, and manage inventory movement processes with third party logistics providers. 

• Manage relationships with 3PL warehouses across the Americas, while developing and driving best practices in warehouses.

• Support refurbishment operations via inventory transaction management, process improvement and engaged partnership

• Effectively communicate expectations and needs to maintain accurate inventory levels. 

• Determine proper processes for non-standard transactions, clearly defining and communicating requirements. 

• Own the annual physical inventory count, including developing work instructions, analyzing results, and reporting to senior leadership, per Dyson’s internal policies.

• Strategically lead the inventory function and drive continuous improvement. 

• Demonstrate strong reporting and analytical skills, including publishing a monthly dashboard of Inventory KPI’s to senior leadership. 

• Work with system teams to modify and advance SAP functionality, minimizing manual interventions.

• Be adaptable and relish the opportunity to pick up new activities that fall broadly in the purpose of the role. 

• Support Supply Chain special projects, such as RFP’s, warehouse moves, retail specific kitting projects, etc.

• Be a detail oriented, analytical thinker who can thrive in a fast paced environment. 

• Inspire, actively manage, and lead the inventory team.

• 7+ years of experience in inventory experience.

• 5+ years of experience in a CPG company.

• 2+ years of supervisory experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, operations management, or supply chain or similar required.

• Experience in SAP.

• Prior experience in month-end-close.

• Strong working knowledge of Supply Chain processes. 

• Strong communication skills to effectively liaise with 3PLs, Managed Services and other external partners.

• Solutions oriented individual who can provide solutions to minimize impact and deliver results. 

• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills. 

• Understanding of the end-to-end product flow inside a warehouse. 

• Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities effectively. 

• Demonstrate strong follow-through capabilities. 

• Strong leadership and communication skills with all levels of the organization. 

• Sense of urgency and the ability to meet deadlines. 

Address: 1330 W Fulton Market Fl 5, Chicago, IL 60607

Compensation: $109,600 - $137,000 annually + bonus opportunity

At Dyson, how we reward you is linked to our high-performance culture. But it’s about more than salary and bonus. Through a package of financial, lifestyle and health benefits, we support whatever stage of life you’re in and the moments that matter.

Financial benefits:

•          401K with up to a 4% match

•          Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D

•          Flexible Savings Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Lifestyle benefits:

•          Competitive Paid Time Off Benefits including Separate Holiday, Sick, and Vacation Time

•          Pre-tax Commuter Benefits (applicable areas only)

•          Generous Child Care Leave Program

•          Wellness Program

•          Employee Assistance Program

•          Dyson Product Discounts

Health benefits:

•          Multi-Level Healthcare Coverage Options

•          Vision & Dental Coverage

•          Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

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