Inventory Control Manager

Sonova; Mexicali; Presencial; MXN 1,099,000 - 1,466,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global manufacturing leader is seeking an Inventory Control Manager in Mexicali, Baja California. This role focuses on ensuring inventory accuracy and integrity across all systems, managing audits, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate has 5-8 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing, mastery of inventory control methodologies, and strong leadership skills. Proficiency in both English and Spanish is essential.

Formación

• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in inventory control and cycle counting.
• Proven mastery of inventory valuation methods like FIFO and LIFO.
• Strong experience with cycle counting methodologies.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the inventory accuracy framework including cycle counting and variance reconciliation.
• Own internal audit programs and improve material control workflows.
• Implement strategic initiatives to strengthen data integrity and operational maturity.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership

Inventory control

Cycle counting

Educación

Finance, Supply Chain, Business administration or related field

Herramientas

Tier-1 ERP/WMS systems

Descripción del empleo

Purpose of the Role

Responsible for the accuracy and integrity of all inventory recordsand the systems that manage them across the site. This role is tasked with executing rigorous cycle counting programs, performing detailed variance analysis, and driving corrective action to ensure the fast‑paced production lines are never stalled by bad data, directly supporting the company’s objective of achieving and maintaining world‑class InventoryRecord Accuracy (IRA).

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Inventory Accuracy & Control

• Leads the full inventory accuracy framework, including ABC-based cycle counting, variance reconciliation, and root‑cause/corrective action plans across warehouse and production areas. Ensures physical vs. system alignment, manages the Materials Review Board, and oversees correct setup of all transactions, product transfers, and new processes to prevent future discrepancies and maintain industry‑leading IRA performance.

2. Process Compliance, Audits & Governance

Owns internal audit programs, weekly Gemba walks, and continuous improvement of material control workflows to ensure strong compliance and operational discipline. Manages segregation of duties, DOA approval for all adjustments/scrap, and alignment of procedures with Finance, SCM, and Logistics. Tracks accuracy KPIs, drives accountability for preventive actions, and coordinates pre‑work for physical counts per site and finance standards.

3. Strategy, Optimization & Training

Leads strategic initiatives such as ABC analysis, slotting optimization, and technology adoption to strengthen data integrity, improve material flow, and reduce waste and unplanned consumption. Partners with Warehouse & Logistics leadership to build best‑in‑class governance, and drives site‑wide awareness and training to elevate responsible material usage, inventory discipline, and overall operational maturity.

Experience

Minimum of 5-8years of dedication, progressive experience in inventory control, cycle counting, and variance analysis, preferably in a complex, high‑volume manufacturing environment.

Background

Finance, Supply Chain, Business administration or related field.

Technical Expertise

Proven mastery of inventory valuation methods (FIFO, LIFO, Standard Costing) and cycle counting methodologies (ABC analysis). Strong experience with Tier‑1 ERP/WMS systems is mandatory.

Compliance Knowledge

Demonstrated understanding of SOX controls, GxP, and audit protocols as they relate to inventory management and system access.

Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills with a proven track record of driving root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective actions.

Proficient in English and Spanish.

Strong leadership, able to communicate clear expectations, drive accountability across functional.

High sense of urgency and action driven.

Challenge status quo and ability to influence with and without authority upward and downwards.

Visa B1/B2 for USA