Responsibilities:

Inventory Strategy & Oversight:
Manage inventory valued between $10M-$20M, including oversight of systems and processes.
Lead and oversee daily inventory control operations. Set performance targets, monitor KPIs, and ensure consistency across inventory processes.
Team Management & Development:
Supervise, coach, and support the inventory control team. Delegate tasks, manage performance, and provide training and guidance to ensure high team performance.
Inventory Analysis & Optimization:
Analyze inventory trends, aging stock, and discrepancies. Develop and implement strategies for inventory optimization and accurate stock forecasting.
Handle and oversee process flow for production and returns.
Maintain inventory stability by ensuring alignment between system records and physical inventory.
Ability to manage and lead direct reports to ensure inventory control requirements are consistently met.
Experience with handheld scanning systems and QR coding
Compliance & Process Improvement:
Ensure adherence to company inventory policies and regulatory standards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inventory accuracy and efficiency.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Reporting:
Act as a key contact for internal departments, vendors, and logistics partners. Provide clear, actionable reporting and updates to leadership on inventory performance and risks.
Lead or contribute to cross-functional supply chain projects focused on cost optimization and efficiency.
Manage escalation processes for inventory-related issues and discrepancies.
Coordinate with procurement and logistics to align inventory levels with demand and delivery timelines.
Support internal audits and corrective actions related to inventory processes.
Represent the inventory control function in regional or global supply chain forums or initiatives.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field

Minimum of 5+ years of practical manufacturing management experience.

Deep understanding of inventory control methodologies, forecasting techniques, and warehouse operations
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Proficiency in inventory management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle), Excel, and data analysis tools
Strategic thinking and decision-making
Team leadership and people development
Analytical and detail-oriented approach
Strong collaboration and stakeholder management
Process improvement mindset
Fluent English language skills (verbal and written)

Bilingual English and Spanish preferred

Freudenberg Residential Filtration Technologies Inc.