Inventory Management Manager

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative cross-functional team

Impactful inventory strategy work

Job summary

Ladders is seeking an Inventory Management Manager to own inventory strategy for allocated categories, focusing on planning discipline, stock health, and cross-functional decisions. The role partners with operations, supply chain, and suppliers to support distribution objectives and measurable outcomes.

Location is remote for US-based candidates with no visa sponsorship. Compensation ranges from $125,000 to $150,000 annually and includes remote-flexibility and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field; advanced degree a plus.
• 5–8 years in inventory management, supply chain operations, or category mgmt.
• Proven ownership of inventory strategy with measurable P&L outcomes.
• Strong command of inventory planning principles and techniques.
• Proficient in data analysis tools and ERP/inventory planning systems.
• Excellent communication to translate strategy into actions.

Responsibilities

• Own inventory strategy and decision-making for assigned categories.
• Use SKU selection tool and maintain stocking workflow.
• Analyze stock turnover and govern replenishment orders.
• Lead dead stock reduction and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Align inventory actions with broader distribution strategies.
• Manage supplier engagement for inventory coordination and agreements.
• Contribute to quality management systems.

Skills

Inventory strategy

Cross-functional coordination

Data analysis

ERP systems

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

SKU selection tool

Analytical tools

ERP/inventory planning systems

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Inventory Management Manager to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.

This role will own inventory strategy for assigned categories, with a focus on planning discipline, stock health, and cross-functional decision‑making. The manager will partner closely with operations, supply chain, and supplier stakeholders to support broader distribution objectives and measurable business outcomes. This position also plays a key role in governance, data‑driven analysis, and continuous improvement across inventory processes.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $125,000 – $150,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Own overall inventory strategy and decision-making for assigned categories


• Utilize the internal SKU selection tool and maintain the stocking workflow


• Analyze stock turnover and enforce replenishment order governance


• Lead initiatives to reduce dead stock and coordinate with stakeholders


• Ensure inventory actions align with broader distribution strategies
  
• Manage supplier engagement related to inventory coordination and agreements


• Contribute to quality management systems as a foundational responsibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent; advanced degree a plus


• 5-8 years of experience in inventory management, supply chain operations, or category management


• Proven ownership of inventory strategy and measurable P&L outcomes


• Strong command of inventory planning principles and techniques


• Skilled in cross-functional coordination through influence rather than direct authority


• Proficient in data analysis tools and ERP/inventory planning systems; experience with analytical tools preferred


• Effective communicator capable of translating strategy into actionable insights

Benefits

• Comprehensive remote work flexibility with occasional travel requirements


• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement


• Access to a collaborative cross‑functional work environment


• Engagement in strategic inventory management that impacts organizational growth

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.