Manager - Inventory

WESCO; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesco seeks a Manager - Inventory in Orlando, FL to oversee inventory for assigned locations, optimizing investment while delivering high‑level service to customers.

You will lead EOQ and ORP adjustments, standardize attributes in purchasing and systems, and monitor reports to improve fill rate and on-time delivery while driving working capital optimization. Coaching and staff development are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ Degree in Supply Chain or related field; Masters preferred.
• APICS or ISM certification preferred; Lean – Blue / White / Yellow preferred.
• 3 years required, 5 years preferred of increasing responsibility in inventory management.
• 3 years required of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Knowledge of purchasing and inventory concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks; strong mathematical, analytical, and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and explain policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and adjusts order review points (ORP) and EOQ levels and makes stocking decisions.
• Standardizes and maintains inventory attributes for purchasing and inventory systems and databases.
• Monitors reports and inventory applications to achieve fill rate and on-time delivery objectives.
• Creates and executes inventory optimization plans to meet working capital objectives.
• Rationalizes and standardizes supplier base to increase utilization and purchasing leverage.
• Reviews on-time deliveries, supplier fill rates and error reports to evaluate performance and drive improvements.
• Uses reports and programs to monitor stocking levels, conduct branch shuffles, and minimize write-offs.
• Assists in recruitment, training and coaching of personnel; develops employees in related procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Business-related field

Masters’ Degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

As the Manager - Inventory, you will be responsible for oversight and management of inventory for assigned locations to optimize investment while providing high-level service to customers.

Responsibilities:

• Monitors and adjusts order review points (ORP) and economic order quantity (EOQ) levels and makes appropriate stocking decisions.

• Standardizes and maintains inventory attributes for purchasing and inventory systems and databases.

• Monitors and utilizes reports, inventory applications and processes to achieve and exceed expectations of fill rate and on-time delivery objectives.

• Creates, implements, and executes inventory optimization plans and programs to achieve working capital objectives for asset management.

• Rationalizes and standardizes supplier base within assigned locations to increase preferred supplier utilization, and increase purchasing leverage.

• Reviews on-time deliveries, supplier fill rates, and error reports to evaluate supplier performance.

• Works to obtain improved performance from suppliers as warranted.

• Uses reports, applications, and programs to monitor and maintain stocking levels, make stocking decisions, conduct branch shuffles, supplier returns of excess and inactive inventory, disposal of inactive inventory through established procedures and policies, and minimize inventory write-offs.

• Assists in recruitment, selection, training and coaching of personnel.

• Develops and trains employees in activities related to job function requirements, including purchasing procedures, PC knowledge, quality system, etc.

• Provides strong leadership to personnel to meet and exceed performance objectives, encourage professional development to ensure future growth and reduce turnover.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree in Supply Chain, or Business-related field required; Masters’ Degree preferred.

• APICS or ISM certification preferred; Lean – Blue / White / Yellow preferred.

• 3 years required, 5 years preferred of increasing responsibility in inventory management experience.

• 3 years required of supervisory or leadership experience.

• Knowledge of commonly used purchasing and inventory concepts, practices, and procedures.

• Strong interpersonal skills to demonstrate teamwork, leadership and flexibility while working with all levels of the organization.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to ensure completion.

• Strong mathematical, analytical, and computer skills.

• Strong time management skills.

• Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and find solutions.

• Ability to explain and teach policies, procedures, and practices.

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At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html#benefits) and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) Fortune 500 company.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Wesco") provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.