Senior Manager, Inventory Control

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Inventory Control Analysts.
• Ensure accurate forecasting and proactive management of ECO effectivity dates.
• Drive inventory adjustments to support ECOs and minimize supply chain disruptions.
• Oversee claims processes for cancelled or stranded materials.
• Partner with supply chain teams to evaluate claims situations.
• Engage with customers to file claims and negotiate adjustments per company policy and customer agreements.
• Develop and implement strategies to manage E&O inventory.
• Identify cost‑effective solutions to minimize waste and recover value from non‑moving stock.
• Coordinate disposal or repurposing of obsolete materials.
• Regularly present on inventory performance, trends, and risks to executive leadership.
• Use PowerBI to provide data‑driven insights and ensure alignment between inventory practices and business objectives.
• Assess and enhance inventory management and claims handling processes.
• Implement best practices to increase accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with sales, customer service, and production teams to align inventory control with business goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in inventory management or supply‑chain roles, with 3+ years in a managerial role, preferably in the semiconductor industry.
• Proficient in ERP systems and inventory management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Advanced PowerBI skills for reporting and data analysis (essential).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with experience interpreting data and making recommendations.
• Proven experience presenting to executive leadership; clear verbal and written communication skills suited to a senior audience.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with experience mentoring a high‑performing team.
• Willingness to take a hands‑on approach as a player/coach, diving into details while driving strategic goals.

• inventory management
• forecasting
• ECO management
• claims processing
• data analysis
• reporting
• cost‑effective solutions
• process enhancement
• strategic planning
• problem‑solving

• leadership
• mentoring
• communication
• interpersonal skills
• analytical skills
• presentation skills
• collaboration
• customer engagement
• negotiation
• hands‑on approach

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration
• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management
• Master’s degree in Engineering
• Master’s degree in Business Administration