Strategic Inventory & Supply Chain Manager

Mauser Packaging Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Mauser Packaging Solutions is seeking an Inventory Manager in Chicago to oversee inventory tracking, improve control, and support supply chain operations. This role emphasizes data analysis, forecasting, supplier relationships, and cost-reduction initiatives.

Strong leadership and collaboration will be essential to deliver accurate reporting to upper management. The position requires a bachelor’s or associate degree with 2–3 years of experience, experience with inventory management software, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree in business, logistics, systems engineering, supply chain management, or similar.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience working with inventory management software and forecasting strategies.
• Experience conducting tracking and data analysis.
• Product and inventory management certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory tracking systems to record deliveries, shipments, and stock levels.
• Evaluates deliveries, shipments, and product levels to improve inventory control expectations.
• Analyze daily product and supply levels to anticipate inventory problems and shortages.
• Communicates with inventory employees to meet business goals and address personnel issues.
• Develop business relationships with suppliers and clients.
• Propose strategies to reduce costs and improve supply chain logistics procedures.
• Monitors demand and analyze data to anticipate future supply and logistical needs.
• Reports on inventory levels, supply chain progress, procedural efficiency, and personnel issues to upper management.
• Manages the recruitment and training of new inventory employees.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal/written communication

Organizational/logistics

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Interpersonal ability

Team-oriented

Proactive critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or associate degree in business, logistics, systems engineering, supply chain management, or similar

2-3 years of experience in a similar role

Experience with inventory management software and forecasting

Experience conducting tracking and data analysis

Product and inventory management certification

Job description

Mauser Packaging Solutions is seeking an Inventory Manager in Chicago to oversee inventory tracking, improve control, and support supply chain operations. This role emphasizes data analysis, forecasting, supplier relationships, and cost-reduction initiatives.

Strong leadership and collaboration will be essential to deliver accurate reporting to upper management. The position requires a bachelor’s or associate degree with 2–3 years of experience, experience with inventory management software, and