Senior Manager, Inventory Management & Planning, APAC

RS Components; Singapore; On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager for Inventory Management & Planning in the APAC region. This pivotal role involves optimizing inventory strategies across a diverse portfolio, enhancing planning processes, and driving cost efficiency. You'll lead a talented team, collaborate with global partners, and implement innovative technologies to improve inventory management. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in a dynamic B2B e-commerce environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that values your development and well-being while working towards a better world.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Health and Wellness Programs

Flexible Working Hours

Employee Discounts

Team Building Activities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading inventory initiatives and improving planning accuracy.
• Strong experience with demand planning tools and supply chain analytics.
• Expertise in managing global supply networks and VMI programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement inventory strategies for a diverse SKU portfolio.
• Oversee demand and supply planning processes across regional distribution centers.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for inventory planning and management.

Skills

Inventory Management

Demand Planning

Supply Chain Analytics

ERP Systems

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

APICS Certification

Machine Learning

Supply Chain Digitization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

APICS Certification

Tools

Demand Planning Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Senior Manager, Inventory Management & Planning, APAC

Elevate Your Career as the Senior Manager, Inventory Management & Planning APAC!

As the Senior Manager, Inventory Management & Planning APAC, lead innovative inventory strategies across the APAC region, managing over 85,000 SKUs in the dynamic B2B e-commerce space. Optimize planning processes, enhance S&OP, and drive cost efficiency while collaborating with global and regional teams. Mentor a talented team, embrace new technologies, and make a significant impact.

If you're passionate about inventory management and ready for the next level, this role is perfect for you!

What you will doing in this role….

Inventory Strategy & Optimization:

Develop and implement regional inventory strategies to manage a diverse SKU portfolio.

Define inventory policies, including safety stock levels, reorder points, and replenishment strategies.

Align inventory management strategies with e-commerce B2B business needs and distribution industry requirements.

Inventory Planning & Forecasting:

Oversee demand and supply planning processes to maintain optimal stock levels across regional and market distribution centers (DCs).

Collaborate with global inventory planners, category management teams, and commercial functions to improve forecast accuracy.

Implement advanced analytics and predictive models to enhance inventory planning efficiency.

Lead the regional Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, aligning supply chain functions with demand planning and financial objectives.

Work closely with sales, finance, and operations teams to ensure inventory strategies support revenue growth and service levels.

Identify and mitigate potential supply-demand imbalances, leveraging insights from B2B e-commerce sales patterns.

Inventory Solutions & Process Improvements:

Drive continuous improvement initiatives for inventory planning and management.

Evaluate and implement new technologies, tools, and automation solutions to enhance inventory visibility and efficiency.

Develop and enhance Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs to improve inventory turnover and customer satisfaction.

Performance Management & Cost Control:

Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory turnover, service levels, and cost efficiency.

Conduct root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies and drive corrective actions.

Implement cost-saving initiatives while ensuring service excellence in global and regional distribution operations.

Quality, Compliance & Risk Management:

Ensure inventory management practices comply with regulatory requirements and corporate policies.

Conduct audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate inventory-related risks.

Develop and enforce policies for slow-moving and obsolete inventory (SLOB) management.

Lead and mentor team members, ensuring alignment with global, regional, and market objectives.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business growth.

Develop training programs to enhance the skills of team members.

Establish controls and reporting to ensure high performance and provide leadership and direction.

What do I need to be successful?

If you have the following skills and experience, we want to hear from you:

Proven track record in leading regional inventory initiatives, improving planning accuracy, and implementing inventory solutions for high-SKU-count businesses.

B2B e-commerce supply chain operations for industrial and manufacturing parts.

Strong experience with demand planning tools, ERP systems, and supply chain analytics.

Expertise in managing global supply networks, including local and regional suppliers, global DCs, and VMI programs.

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.

Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive collaboration across departments.

Certification in APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or similar supply chain certifications.

Experience with AI-driven forecasting, machine learning, and automation in inventory planning.

Strong understanding of supply chain digitization and inventory optimization technologies.

Regional or global supply chain experience in a multinational environment.

We are RS Group

At RS we’ve been solving engineering problems for over 80 years: big ones, small ones, easy and difficult ones. We turn the ‘what ifs’ into the ‘why nots’, turning customer challenges into achievements.

Across the industrial design, manufacturing and maintenance worlds, we’re the digital destination for product and service solutions to help our customers with the maintenance, repair and operation of their businesses.

Together, we have one purpose: To make amazing happen for a better world – and have fun doing it. It won’t always be easy, but we’ll make every day better. It’s in the DNA of our people to do the right thing and deliver brilliant results. We’ll invest in your development and wellbeing – because building a more diverse and inclusive culture, being ethical, responsible and committed to our Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) action plan is at the heart of everything we do.

Come and join us and over 9000 employees worldwide – and we’ll help you to think big, do more and unleash your brilliance, so you do amazing things too.

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