Sr Manager, Inventory

CONMED Corporation; Largo (FL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Manager in Inventory, where your expertise in planning and inventory management will shape the future of our supply chain strategies. This remote role with up to 40% travel offers the opportunity to develop effective governance and drive continuous improvement across teams. You will set inventory policies, monitor performance, and collaborate closely with planners to optimize inventory health. With competitive compensation and excellent healthcare benefits, this position is perfect for strategic thinkers ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision

Short & long-term disability

Fully paid life insurance

Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with up to 7% match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 7+ years in inventory management, planning, or materials management.
• Proficient in standard supply chain systems and analytical tools.

Responsibilities

• Set inventory targets and monitor adherence to targets.
• Analyze inventory trends and optimize inventory levels.
• Collaborate with supply and demand planners.

Skills

Planning

Inventory Management Systems

Supply Chain Strategies

Data-driven Decision Making

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

ERP Systems

APS

Excel

Alteryx

Python

Job description

The Sr Manager, Inventory role requires a dynamic and strategic individual with expertise in planning, inventory management systems, supply chain strategies, and data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate will excel at developing an inventory strategy that meets customer needs while being cost-conscious. Equally important is the expertise needed to develop effective governance that drives real-time management, continuous improvement, and fosters collaboration across teams. Join our organization to play a vital role in shaping our inventory management and governance for future success.

This is a remote position with up to 40% travel.

Responsibilities:

1. Set inventory targets and safety stock levels by SKU and location.
2. Continuously monitor inventory health and track adherence to targets.
3. Analyze inventory trends and identify opportunities to rebalance or optimize.
4. Collaborate closely with supply and demand planners to align on needs.
5. Set inventory policy/strategy, including E&O and stranded stock guidelines.
6. Apply best practices in inventory management to drive continuous improvement.
7. Drive system updates and parameter changes to reflect inventory strategy.
8. Provide regular updates to leadership on inventory risks and performance.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. 7+ years in inventory management, planning, strategic sourcing, or materials management.
3. Up to 40% travel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strategic thinking with a focus on inventory optimization.
• Strong communication, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and align with cross-functional teams.
• Effective communication skills, conveying ideas clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in creating engaging visual aids, such as slides, charts, and infographics.
• Adaptability and flexibility to tailor presentations to different audiences and contexts.
• Ownership mindset with proactive decision-making.
• Proficient in standard supply chain systems (ERP and APS) and analytical tools (Excel, Alteryx, and ideally Python).
• Experience in inventory planning and supply chain operations.
• Ability to model and interpret inventory scenarios.
• Clear, structured communication across functions.

Benefits:

CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information:

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions
• Short & long-term disability and fully paid life insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with up to 7% match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan at discounted prices
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate courses

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