Inventory Manager

MANN+HUMMEL; Hanover Park (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MANN+HUMMEL in Hanover Park, IL, is seeking an Inventory Manager to oversee all inventory control processes across materials, WIP, and finished goods, ensuring accurate, timely material flow and production continuity.

The role leads inventory teams, partners with production, shipping, and purchasing, and drives continuous improvement, lean initiatives, and KPI reporting in a strong onsite environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum 5+ years in inventory control within manufacturing.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing/warehousing setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Lead cycle counts and ensure audit compliance.
• Investigate discrepancies, root-cause issues, and corrective actions.
• Monitor ERP transactions and ensure data integrity.
• Partner with Production, Shipping, Receiving, and Purchasing to align material availability.
• Drive continuous improvement and lean initiatives in inventory operations.
• Prepare KPI reports and maintain documentation for audits.

Skills

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Inventory control

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

• No Visa sponsorships are available for this position.

Role Summary

Job Description

This is an Onsite position based at our location in Hanover Park, IL.

• No Visa sponsorships are available for this position.

Inventory Manager

The Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing all inventory control processes within the plant to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient material flow. This role plays a critical part in supporting production continuity, minimizing inventory discrepancies, and driving operational excellence across all shifts.

The Inventory Manager will lead inventory teams, partner cross-functionally with production, shipping, and purchasing, and ensure alignment with MANN+HUMMEL standards and KPIs.

Job Responsibilities

Inventory Control & Accuracy

• Maintain accurate inventory levels across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods


• Drive cycle count programs and ensure compliance with audit requirements


• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, root cause issues, and implement corrective actions


• Monitor inventory transactions within ERP systems (e.g., SAP / SuccessFactors integration where applicable)

Operational Leadership

• Lead and develop Inventory Supervisors and team members across all shifts


• Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards


• Support staffing, training, and development of inventory personnel


• Partner with supervisors to ensure consistency in processes and execution

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Production, Shipping, Receiving, and Purchasing teams


• Ensure material availability aligns with production schedules 1


• Support plant initiatives such as continuous improvement and cost reduction


• Communicate effectively with leadership on inventory performance and risks

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy, material flow, and warehouse organization


• Implement lean principles and best practices within inventory operations


• Support system and process enhancements in coordination with corporate teams

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and audit requirements


• Prepare and present inventory KPIs (accuracy, variance, cycle counts, etc.)


• Maintain documentation and reporting for internal and external audits

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or a related field

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in inventory control within a manufacturing environment


• 2+ years of leadership experience within a manufacturing / warehousing environment

Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred)


• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Experience within the automotive, aerospace, and/or filtration manufacturing industries


• Lean / Six Sigma knowledge (Yellow Belt minimum preferred)


• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus


• KANBAN and PFEP experience

- Onsite