Supply Chain and Inventory Director
About the role
The Director of Supply Chain & Inventory Management is responsible for leading and optimizing Valin Corporation’s end-to-end supply chain operations, with a strong focus on inventory strategy, purchasing, forecasting, and warehouse performance. This role drives operational effectiveness, working capital improvement, and service excellence across the business.
Responsibilities
Lead the overall supply chain and inventory management strategy to support company growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
Develop and implement inventory planning, forecasting, demand planning, and replenishment strategies to improve service levels and optimize inventory investment.
Monitor and improve inventory performance, including inventory turns, aging, excess and obsolete inventory, and inventory accuracy.
Direct purchasing activities and provide leadership to the purchasing team to ensure effective sourcing, procurement discipline, and supplier performance management.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to improve lead times, pricing, service, and reliability.
Evaluate and improve warehouse processes to support business growth and changing customer demand.
Create and maintain reports, models, and analyses using Excel, including formulas and other data analysis tools, to support forecasting and inventory management.
Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to align supply chain execution with revenue, margin, and working capital objectives.
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational discipline.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Engineering, Finance, or a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
8–12 years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain, inventory management, purchasing, operations, or a related function.
Experience in distribution, industrial, manufacturing, or semiconductor-related environments preferred.
Demonstrated success improving inventory performance, reducing working capital, and leading purchasing and supplier strategy.
Strong leadership experience with a proven ability to build, develop, and manage high-performing teams.
Strong analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to connect operational decisions to margin, cash flow, and business performance.
Experience using ERP systems such as P21 or similar business systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including experience using formulas and data analysis tools to support forecasting, reporting, and decision-making.
Experience with Power BI, including the ability to create and interpret dashboards and reports used for forecasting and data analysis.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across functions and levels of the organization.
Able to manage multiple priorities, drive change, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Skills
Ability to work in a general office environment and use standard office equipment, including a computer, keyboard, mouse, telephone, and printer.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time while working at a desk or computer.
Ability to stand and walk periodically throughout the workday, including occasional visits to warehouse or operational areas.
Ability to speak, hear, and communicate effectively in person, by phone, and in virtual meetings.
Ability to view and analyze information on a computer screen for extended periods of time.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move items up to 25 pounds.
Ability to travel occasionally, as needed, to company locations, suppliers, or other business meetings.
Benefits
Valin Corporation offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
Health insurance coverage
Retirement savings plans
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance programs
Professional development opportunities
Pay
$XX.XX - $XXXX per year
Schedule
Full-time, Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Why Join Valin Corporation?
At Valin, we pride ourselves on providing complex and tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of our customers. Our commitment to excellence and innovation sets us apart in the industry, making us a leader in delivering impactful results. What truly makes us special is our workplace culture. We foster an environment that is collaborative, respectful, and inviting. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your contributions make a real difference. Our team thrives on open communication and mutual support, creating a space where everyone can achieve their best. Valin defines its value in the marketplace through innovation in business practices, a commitment to developing people, and the creation of unique service models for the benefit of our shareholders, customers, suppliers, and community. Our commitment to excellence, the embrace of responsibility, and honest accountability establishes our legacy of achievement that defines us as one of the best managed companies in wholesale distribution.
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