Inventory Control Manager: Optimize Turns & Variance (SAP)

Jobtailor; Connecticut; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a details-driven Inventory Controller to maintain accurate hardgoods stock and drive reporting accuracy. The role collaborates with regional teams to align on financial goals and controls, performing cycle counts, variance analyses, and adjustments while supporting promotions and new product initiatives.

Strong SAP knowledge and proficiency in Excel/Word are essential, with a focus on process design, SOPs, and cross-functional communication.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Science, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with inventory management and analytics is preferred.
• Familiarity with SAP and MS Office tools is required or advantageous.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with good time management.
• Ability to work in a production environment and handle variable conditions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with region’s hardgoods inventory policies and procedures.
• Advise on accurate inventory management and reporting to meet financial goals.
• Coordinate with divisional and regional teams for controls and targets.
• Maintain cycle-count timelines and perform variance analyses.
• Collaborate with plants and branches on hardgoods cycle counts.
• Review and approve inventory adjustments from physical counts.
• Investigate root causes of variances with site personnel.
• Support inventory programs, promotions, new products, and vendor initiatives.
• Assist Accounts Payable and Purchasing with invoice issues.
• Provide branch-based reporting on inventory turns and adjustments.
• Help reduce day supply, slow-moving inventory, and reserves.
• Contribute to training Associates on hardgoods inventory processes.

Skills

Inventory Management Experience

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Process Design

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication

Teamwork

Diplomacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Science or related field

Tools

SAP

Google Office

MS Office

Excel

Word

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a details-driven Inventory Controller to maintain accurate hardgoods stock and drive reporting accuracy. The role collaborates with regional teams to align on financial goals and controls, performing cycle counts, variance analyses, and adjustments while supporting promotions and new product initiatives.

Strong SAP knowledge and proficiency in Excel/Word are essential, with a focus on process design, SOPs, and cross-functional communication.