NETWORK OPTIMIZATION & INVENTORY MANAGER

KENT WORLDWIDE; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KENT WORLDWIDE™ seeks a Network Optimization & Inventory Manager in Muscatine, IA to drive inventory and network strategies that improve service, efficiency, and business performance. This role partners across the organization to turn data into actionable insights and support long-term growth.

The position emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Finance, IT, and Commercial teams to align objectives, develop policies, and deliver dashboards that

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain planning, inventory management, logistics, network optimization, or related disciplines.
• Experience developing inventory and replenishment strategies to improve service levels and reduce costs.
• Experience with data analysis, modeling, and scenario planning to support decisions.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and collaborate with multiple teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP/bI/supply chain planning systems.
• APICS/ASCM certifications (CPIM/CSCP/CLTD) and/or Lean Six Sigma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead inventory optimization and network design strategies to improve service, reduce costs, and maximize working capital.
• Develop and maintain inventory policies, replenishment frameworks, and stocking strategies.
• Analyze end-to-end supply chain flows to identify opportunities to improve efficiency and performance.
• Build and leverage network optimization models and scenario analyses for strategic decisions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align operational strategies with business objectives.
• Establish governance, standards, and performance metrics for data integrity and improvement.
• Develop dashboards and reporting to provide visibility into inventory health and network efficiency.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation to enhance decision-making.

Skills

Inventory optimization

Network design

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

ERP / BI systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM / Operations / Engineering / Analytics

Tools

ERP systems

Business intelligence tools

Job description

At KENT WORLDWIDE™, the Network Optimization & Inventory Manager plays a key role in driving inventory and network strategies that improve service, efficiency, and business performance. This position partners across the organization to turn data into actionable insights, optimize supply chain operations, and support long-term growth.

Bring your expertise, challenge the status quo, and help drive meaningful results across our supply chain network. Join KENT WORLDWIDE™ and build a career where your ideas make a difference.

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Muscatine, Iowa.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise inventory optimization and network design strategies that improve service, reduce costs, and maximize working capital across the supply chain.
• Develop and maintain inventory policies, replenishment frameworks, and stocking strategies to ensure inventory is positioned effectively across the network.
• Analyze end-to-end supply chain flows to identify opportunities that improve efficiency, service levels, and operational performance.
• Build and leverage network optimization models and scenario analyses to support strategic business decisions and long-term planning.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Finance, IT, and Commercial teams to align operational strategies with business objectives.
• Establish governance, standards, and performance metrics that drive consistency, data integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Develop dashboards and performance reporting that provide visibility into inventory health, network efficiency, and supply chain performance.
• Identify and implement process improvement and automation opportunities that enhance decision-making, increase efficiency, and support organizational growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, And/Or Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Analytics, or a related field required.
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain planning, inventory management, logistics, network optimization, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience developing inventory and replenishment strategies that improve service levels, reduce costs, and optimize working capital.
• Experience utilizing data analysis, modeling, and scenario planning to support supply chain and business decisions.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and collaborate effectively with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Finance, IT, and Commercial teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP, business intelligence, and supply chain planning systems.
• APICS/ASCM certifications (CPIM, CSCP, CLTD) and/or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.

TRAVEL

• Up to 25% travel, including occasional overnight travel.

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