Inventory Manager

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Inventory and Kitting Manager to ensure accurate inventory, proper storage, and efficient warehouse management.

You will lead kitting staff and coordinate with Materials, planning, purchasing, production, and warehouse teams to support uninterrupted operations. This full-time role entails standard hours, with additional hours as needed to meet workload and production demands, located in Minnesota.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7–10 years’ experience in materials management, planning, or supply chain operations.
• EPICOR ERP experience required.
• Experience managing kitting operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Electrical Power Distribution Equipment preferred.
• Proven experience managing teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and Lean principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to pass background and drug test prior to employment.
• Ability to work in a team environment and manage shifting priorities.
• Superior problem solving, project management and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage material requirements to support production schedules.
• Oversee inventory control for raw materials and WIP.
• Act as SME in EPICOR ERP for planning and inventory.
• Monitor inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and inventories.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Identify inventory reduction and cost-saving initiatives.
• Develop and optimize kitting processes to ensure timely material availability.
• Manage kit creation, replenishment, staging, and ERP transactions.
• Collaborate with Production, Materials, Finance to support operations.
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare reports and KPIs related to inventory turns and shortages.
• Mentor and manage inventory staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation abilities

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, related field

Tools

EPICOR ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Summary: Forgent Power is seeking an Inventory and Kitting Manager with Industry Technical Expertise. The ideal candidate would have experience and be responsible for ensuring that the company’s inventory is accurate, available, properly stored, and efficiently managed within the warehouse/s. This candidate will also Lead and supervise kitting personnel, ensuring kits are prepared accurately, on schedule, and aligned with production requirements. The Inventory and Kitting Manager works closely with the Materials team, planning, purchasing, production, and warehouse teams to support efficient and uninterrupted operations.

This is a full-time, salaried, position. Typical working hours will be Monday – Friday with standard office hours. Additional working hours will be required dependent on the work load.

Specific Duties Include

• Plan and manage material requirements to support production schedules


• Oversee inventory control, including raw materials and WIP


• Act as a subject matter expert in the material planning systems (EPICOR)


• Monitor inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and physical inventories


• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies


• Identify and implement inventory reduction and cost-saving initiatives


• Ensure proper storage and movement of materials


• Manage and mentor inventory staff


• Collaborate with Production, Materials, and Finance teams


• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements


• Prepare reports and KPIs related to inventory turns, shortages, and excess


• Develop, oversee, and optimize kitting processes to ensure accurate and timely material availability for production builds.


• Manage kit creation, replenishment, staging, and inventory transactions within the ERP system to support production schedules.


• Monitor kit accuracy and completeness, investigating and resolving component shortages, substitutions, and discrepancies.


• Collaborate with Production, Planning, and Materials teams to establish kitting priorities and improve workflow efficiency.


• Implement and maintain standardized kitting procedures, inventory controls, and performance metrics to support operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, related field, or pertinent work experience


• Minimum 7-10 years’ experience in materials management, planning, or supply chain operations


• ERP experience, preferably EPICOR, required


• Experience managing kitting operations, material staging, and production support processes in a manufacturing environment.


• Knowledge of Electrical Power Distribution Equipment preferred


• Proven experience managing teams


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and Lean principles


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills


• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities


• Ability to pass background and drug test prior to employment.


• Ability to work in a team environment to accomplish daily tasks while managing through shifting priorities and ambiguity


• Superior problem solving, project management and analytical skills

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Office-based with regular interaction with the Manufacturing floor and 3PL warehouses.


• This position requires the ability to sit, and bend or stand for extended periods of time.


• May require after-hours availability to support operations.

Salary Description

$100,000 - $122,500