Inventory & Logistics Manager

Viaflex, Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k

Job summary

Viaflex, Inc. in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking an Inventory & Logistics Manager to own material planning, inventory control, and logistics end-to-end, ensuring timely and cost-efficient flow of raw materials into production and finished goods to customers.

You will lead S&OP for materials, optimize OTIF delivery, manage ERP systems (IFS), and mentor a growing team while partnering with Production, Quality and Customer Service to improve service levels and reduce costs.

Qualifications

• Leadership and accountability in managing a team
• Strong knowledge of inventory control procedures
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably IFS
• Ability to coach and empower teammates

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end material planning and inventory management
• Lead S&OP for materials and align demand, supply, and production
• Oversee inventory accuracy and material traceability
• Manage inbound/outbound logistics (truckload, LTL, expediated)
• Optimize freight spend and routing
• Monitor OTIF delivery performance
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Customer Service
• Identify cost savings in freight, inventory and handling
• Develop planning, warehouse, and logistics teams
• Ensure ERP usage and reporting for inventory management

Skills

Leadership

Inventory control

Analytics

ERP systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field

Tools

IFS ERP

Job description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 6:00 AM

After more than 60 years of industry leadership, Viaflex is dedicated to utilizing years of expertise and has committed to the continuation of innovative thinking for years to come. Our team is currently over 400 team members strong and covers six locations. We are seeking passionate individuals to help us on our mission to create solutions that are thinner, lighter, and stronger – together.

The Viaflex team finds its passion in creating film and sheeting solutions that outperform and outlast. With a focus on preserving customer assets and protecting Earth’s resources, Viaflex creates liners, covers, and barriers that make a positive impact in the markets we serve. From design and manufacturing to on-site installation, our highly skilled team never stops striving to improve.

Job Title: Inventory and Logistics Manager

Job Number:

FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY:

The Inventory & Logistics Manager is responsible for end-to-end ownership of material planning, inventory management, and logistics execution across Viaflex. This role ensures the timely, cost-effective flow of raw materials into production and finished goods to customers, while driving continuous improvement in service levels, cost, and operational efficiency. This leader is accountable for aligning supply chain execution with production, quality, and customer commitments, while building a high-performance, data-driven team focused on accountability and results.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure availability of raw materials (resins, additives, packaging) to support production schedules.
• Lead S&OP execution for materials and align demand, supply, and production.
• Oversee inventory levels, accuracy, and material traceability.
• Own inbound and outbound logistics execution (truckload, LTL, expedited, international).
• Optimize freight spend through carrier selection, routing, and network design.
• Monitor and improve OTIF delivery performance.
• Partner with Production, Quality, and Customer Service for seamless material flow.
• Identify and execute cost savings in freight, inventory, and material handling.
• Lead logistics standardization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead and develop planning, warehouse, and logistics teams.
• Ensure effective use of ERP (IFS) and logistics/reporting systems. Provide reports and analysis to monitor and measure effectiveness of inventory management practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety, ISO quality systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Administer annual team member performance reviews, goal setting, and participate in salary planning.
• Keeps informed of new developments, methods, and techniques in the materials profession.
• May be called upon to perform comparable duties of a similar or related nature and/or may be asked to assist in other areas as needed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field. Minimum 8 years related experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Demonstrated leadership skills with proven leadership and accountability. Considerable knowledge of inventory control procedures. Ability to coach, mentor, and empower team members to succeed. High level of patience and service. Ability to motivate team members. Must have strong analytical and ERP system experience along with excellent problem-solving abilities. Ability to identify waste and creatively look for solutions. Ability to be flexible and multitask. Proficient with computers. Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Requirements: Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions: Exposure to a normal office environment. Position may occasionally require entering a production environment, including exposure to noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varied temperatures.

BENEFITS TO YOU:

Not all benefits are created equal, but we have got you covered. Viaflex not only offers a wide range of benefits that encourage wellness and preventative care, but we also provide the right tools and programs to help you achieve it. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability insurance and 401k. We offer workplace flexibility policies to promote work/life balance in addition to paid time off (PTO) benefits. Team Members can also take advantage of additional benefit programs such as education assistance, our onsite fitness center or fitness center reimbursement, employee assistance program (EAP) and much more.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Viaflex is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.