Sr. Specialist, Inventory Manufacturing Posted ago

Job Title:

Sr. Specialist, Inventory

Location:

Germantown, WI

• Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, packaging, and finished goods within ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Lead cycle count processes, investigate discrepancies, and implement corrective actions.
• Optimize inventory levels (min/max, safety stock) aligned with production and supply planning.
• Ensure proper stock segmentation (e.g., quality hold, blocked, unrestricted use).
• Ensure timely availability of materials to support uninterrupted production.
• Coordinate warehouse organization, material staging, and stock rotation (FIFO/FEFO).
• Partner with planning and operations teams to align inventory with production schedules.
• Track and report KPIs such as inventory accuracy, turns, and write-offs.
• Identify and implement initiatives to reduce waste, obsolescence, and inventory carrying costs.
• Support site initiatives related to inventory optimization and process standardization.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and audit standards.
• Maintain proper documentation and traceability for inventory transactions.
• Support internal and external audit activities.
• Serve as a key liaison between Warehouse, Operations, Quality, and Finance.
• Provide reporting and insights to support decision-making and financial accuracy.

• We offer PTO and Floating Holidays.
• A competitive compensation package – with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
• A strong sense of accountability – you take initiative, speak up, and see things through. You are responsible and focus on what matters.
• An innovator’s instinct – you’re always looking for better, smarter, more sustainable ways to make an impact.
• Curiosity and an open mind - because you believe progress starts with asking, “Is there a better way?”
• A collaborative spirit – you’re at your best when working across teams, functions and countries.
• A focus on unity - with stakeholders and customers.

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field preferred but not required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing (food, nutrition, or similar) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control practices and ERP systems (SAP highly preferred).
• Very experienced with cycle counting.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and production conditions.
• May require occasional overtime or weekend support.

The salary scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. The hourly pay rate is $30.00.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

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