Senior Inventory Control Manager, Global Operations

Versadesk; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

VersaDesk in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Manager to oversee inventory from raw materials through finished goods and to coordinate with Production, Purchasing, Logistics, Sales, and Accounting to ensure accuracy and availability. This is a full-time in-house role based in Los Angeles.

The role emphasizes improving systems, processes, and inventory accuracy while leading counts, audits, and cross-functional initiatives with suppliers and global partners.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in inventory management across full lifecycle.
• Worldwide/international inventory management experience required.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse, receiving, production, and distribution processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory management from raw materials through finished goods.
• Establish and maintain inventory control systems, processes, and procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels, movements, transactions, and discrepancies.
• Lead physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory audits.
• Investigate inventory variances and identify root causes of discrepancies.
• Develop and implement corrective actions to improve inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Production to ensure material availability for manufacturing.
• Monitor work-in-process and finished goods inventory throughout the production cycle.
• Improve inventory accuracy and reduce excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory.
• Develop and improve inventory forecasting, replenishment, and planning processes.
• Establish appropriate inventory levels based on demand, production requirements, and lead times.
• Ensure proper receiving, storage, movement, picking, and tracking of inventory.
• Ensure physical inventory remains aligned with ERP and system records.
• Analyze inventory data and provide management with accurate reporting and recommendations.
• Identify inefficiencies and opportunities to improve inventory flow and operational efficiency.
• Create and maintain SOPs and inventory control procedures.
• Work cross-functionally with Purchasing, Production, Logistics, Accounting, and other departments.
• Manage inventory coordination with international suppliers, warehouses, and logistics partners.
• Help improve inventory systems, reporting, and technology used to manage inventory.
• Lead, train, and develop inventory personnel as needed.
• Maintain strong controls and accountability throughout the inventory lifecycle.

Skills

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management/Operations/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

VersaDesk in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Inventory Control Manager to oversee inventory from raw materials through finished goods and to coordinate with Production, Purchasing, Logistics, Sales, and Accounting to ensure accuracy and availability. This is a full-time in-house role based in Los Angeles.

The role emphasizes improving systems, processes, and inventory accuracy while leading counts, audits, and cross-functional initiatives with suppliers and global partners.