Inventory Manager

Inventory Manager

The Inventory Manager is responsible for planning, directing, controlling, and evaluating all or most inventory planning and control activities for BPGOM account. The Inventory manager implements the corporate Inventory Control program and monitors all results to ensure Great Inventory equals Great Productivity.

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ABOUT THE TEAM:

At GEODIS, we don't just move goods through the supply chain, we are passionate about helping you move your career to the next level. As a company, our emphasis on excellence has made us a global supply chain leader, committed to helping clients overcome their logistical constraints. We could not do this without our people, our GEODIANS, and a culture of transparency, inclusion, trust, and respect.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The points below highlight the Inventory Manager duties:

• Strategic Inventory Planning: Develop and implement inventory strategies to optimize stock levels, reduce costs, and meet operational demands.
• Inventory Forecasting: Use historical data, market trends, and project requirements to forecast inventory needs accurately.
• Vendor and Supplier Inventory Management: Coordinate with suppliers to ensure accurate counts
• Stock Level Optimization: Monitor inventory levels across multiple locations to minimize overstocking or stockouts.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure adherence to company policies, industry regulations, and
• Technology Integration: Leverage inventory management software to track, analyze, and report on stock movements and performance metrics.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify potential risks in inventory processes and implement measures to minimize disruptions.
• Budget Oversight: Manage inventory budgets and align purchasing decisions with financial goals.
• Collaboration Across Departments: Work closely with procurement, operations, and logistics teams to ensure seamless supply chain integration.
• Inventory Auditing and Reporting: Conduct regular audits to verify stock accuracy and prepare detailed inventory reports for senior management.
• Sustainability Initiatives: Promote environmentally responsible inventory practices, such as waste reduction and resource optimization.
• Training and Development: Lead and mentor inventory management staff, ensuring team alignment with company objectives and best practices.
• Crisis Management: Develop contingency plans for inventory-related emergencies, including supply chain disruptions or unplanned demand surges.
• Innovation and Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance inventory management processes through automation, technology, or new methodologies.
• Manage and control cycle counting activities to maintain inventory accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Planning and Overseeing Variances - investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, identifying root causes and implementing preventive measures.
• Inventory management of cost avoidance and savings
• Manage and control Investment Recovery about Surplus Declaration Form, Authority to Negotiate, Partner approval, status Investment Recovery. Develop and implement strategies for the efficient disposal of surplus assets, optimizing returns.
• Analyzes unusual and non-recurring client problems requiring action.
• Manage the employee life cycle including selection, and monitor daily employee performance, objectives, and development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Operations management, or a related area
• SAP Proficiency: experience as an SAP end user in the PM module
• Working knowledge of the SAP MM module.
• Proficiency in Inventory Management processes, ERP systems, and data analysis tools.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Microsoft Office 365 (Excel - pivot, macro)
• Financial analysis skills and the ability to assess the value of assets accurately.
• Functional acumen: Comprehensive understanding of Inventory/Warehouse processes.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Cross-functional team working.
• Self-starter and excellent organization skills to be able to handle multiple activities and prioritize work.
• Excellent communication, and problem-solving abilities.

BENEFITS:

We are committed to developing and retaining the best talent in the business and provide benefits that support the success of our GEODIANS.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment
• 401k match
• Employee discounts
• Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Free financial wellness programs
• Daycare discount program
• Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through FirstStop Health
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community
• Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
• + more!

Next steps:

Sound like the right job for you?

Visit our website at workatGEODIS.com and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast-track your way to an interview.

OR

Text DELIVER to 88300 to Apply

Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. The employee is regularly exposed to ambient lighting and temperate climate conditions.

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Job Duties as documented in this job description are considered "Essential Functions" and have been created by the standards of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) require that employees be able to perform "Essential Functions" of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the "Essential Functions".