Inventory Optimization Lead
This role requires an experienced Inventory Manager to lead the development and implementation of global inventory strategies that optimize inventory levels, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of positively influencing at a senior level, demonstrated ability to perform in a fast-paced environment where flexibility and agility are key, resilience and determination to deliver exceptional business process performance.
Achieving these goals will involve working closely with cross-functional teams to understand drivers of inventory variability, facilitating alignment and decision-making across regional and functional teams, and driving deep-dive analysis into stock imbalances, slow-moving inventory and forecast inaccuracies.
To be successful, this role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to recommend practical ways using innovation, good judgment, creativity and strategic thinking.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement global inventory strategies to optimize inventory levels, reduce costs, and improve efficiency
* Lead initiatives to improve working capital performance through efficient inventory management at market and regional level
* Monitor KPIs (Days Inventory Outstanding, Inventory Turns) and deliver actionable insights
* Collaborate with Supply Chain, Finance, Treasury, Procurement, Commercial and Operations teams to understand drivers of inventory variability
* Drive deep-dive analysis into stock imbalances, slow-moving inventory and forecast inaccuracies
Requirements:
* Proven experience in supply chain management
* Inventory planning experience at global or regional level
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent
* Supply Chain qualification is beneficial
* Extensive advanced planning system and SAP ERP experience
* Analytical, problem-solver and continuous improvement mindset
* Self-motivated and capable of making well-informed decisions
We offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to make an impact on the lives of others. You will also have the opportunity to access excellent career progression opportunities and work-life balance initiatives.