Senior Manager, Inventory Control

About the role

The Senior Manager of Inventory Control plays a pivotal role in driving efficient inventory management strategies while overseeing a team of Inventory Control Analysts. This player/coach role is ideal for a hands-on leader with advanced PowerBI skills, essential for data-driven decision-making and reporting to executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Inventory Control Analysts.
• Ensure accurate forecasting and proactive management of ECO effectivity dates.
• Drive inventory adjustments to support ECOs and minimize supply chain disruptions.
• Oversee claims processes for cancelled or stranded materials.
• Partner with supply chain teams to evaluate claims situations.
• Engage with customers to file claims and negotiate adjustments per company policy and customer agreements.
• Develop and implement strategies to manage E&O inventory.
• Identify cost-effective solutions to minimize waste and recover value from non-moving stock.
• Cook up strategies to coordinate disposal or repurposing of obsolete materials.
• Regularly present on inventory performance, trends, and risks to executive leadership.
• Use PowerBI to provide data-driven insights and ensure alignment between inventory practices and business objectives.
• Assess and enhance inventory management and claims handling processes.
• Implement best practices to increase accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Cross-functional collaboration with sales, customer service, and production teams to align inventory control with business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in inventory management or supply chain roles, with 3+ years in a managerial role, preferably in the semiconductor industry.
• Proficient in ERP systems and inventory management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Advanced PowerBI skills for reporting and data analysis (essential).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with experience interpreting data and making recommendations.
• Proven experience presenting to executive leadership; clear verbal and written communication skills suited to a senior audience.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with experience mentoring a high-performing team.
• Willingness to take a hands-on approach as a player/coach, diving into details while driving strategic goals.