Manager Inventory

Overview

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

The Manager, Inventory - Transport will be responsible for managing Flygt inventory levels for North America. This individual will be integrated into the Flygt business, working closely with Sales, Operations, and Customer Service to ensure we are achieving optimal delivery lead times while achieving our inventory targets.

We offer a full benefits package to include Flexible Time Off (FTO) for salaried positions, health, dental, vision, investment savings plan, and additional miscellaneous benefits.

• Work closely with Sales, Operations, and Customer Service to understand customer lead time requirements and incorporate into inventory strategy.
• Position Flygt lead times as a competitive advantage and enabler in achieving aggressive revenue growth targets.
• Manage Global Inventory Management (GIM) system parameters to ensure stocking levels are based on accurate demand and lead times.
• Make data-driven recommendations on inventory strategies (i.e. locations, resources, packaging, etc.).
• Drive reduction on parts lead times used in aftermarket repairs. Work closely with Operations team to identify root cause and corrective actions of inventory delays.
• Provide inventory forecasts and variance analysis to Finance monthly.
• Support initiatives to minimize tariff exposure on North American imports.
• Support new product introductions and market expansions with proactive inventory planning.
• Partner with IT and data teams to enhance inventory visibility and reporting tools.
• Support annual standard cost updates.
• Partner with DCs to identify slow movers and obsolete stock for returns, redistribution or scrapping.
• Partner with SIOP functions to incorporate forward looking forecasts into inventory requirements.

• 10+ years related experience working with international industrial manufacturing.
• Previous experience managing a team is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field; APICS or CPIM certification preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Inventory concepts and best practices.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement projects and tools.
• Prior experience in GIM and/or SAP preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate analysis to leadership.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, prioritization and communication skills (written and verbal) are necessary to help define, develop and enforce initiatives.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Quote for Service.
• High Impact Behaviors:
  Continuous Professional Development, Collaboration and Teamwork, Results Driven Performance.
• Travel Requirements: ~25%.

The estimated salary range for this position is $110,000 to $120,000 plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication;

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