Inventory Manager

Aeroflow Career•Arden, NC

16h

About The Position

Aeroflow Health – Inventory Manager Aeroflow Health is made up of creative and talented associates who are transforming the home medical equipment industry. Our patient-centric business model is founded on innovation through technology and cutting-edge delivery platforms. We have grown to be a leader in the home medical equipment segment of the healthcare industry, are among the fastest-growing healthcare companies in the country and recognized on Inc. 5000’s list of fastest-growing companies in the U.S. As Aeroflow has grown, our needs to curate an amazing employee environment and experience have grown as well. We’re working hard to ensure that Aeroflow remains a premier employer in Western North Carolina by making constant improvements to our office spaces, thus bettering the everyday lives of the employees that work so hard to service our patients. The Opportunity Within Aeroflow, the Aeroflow Fulfillment Center (AFC) is the core of Aeroflow’s order fulfillment function. As Aeroflow continues to grow and invest in its ability to deliver a world-class customer experience, its investment in distribution/warehouse function is growing as well. AFC takes great pride in being a critical part of delivering an exceptional customer experience, and currently fulfills over 300,000 medical supply orders per month from its primary Asheville warehouse. Aeroflow is in the early stages of a long-term project to modernize its supply chain operations, steadily adding new technology, automation, and other process efficiencies over the next three years. Aeroflow’s growth and investment in its supply chain functions will require an Inventory Manager applying their skills in three key areas…1) inventory control / systems , 2) physical inventory management , and 3) communication and culture-enhancing leadership through a sustained period of positive change for AFC.

Requirements

5+ years of relevant experience with a focus on supply chain management, operations, or distribution, with strong references.
A proven ability to motivate teams to produce quality results within challenging timeframes and ongoing change.
Proven experience in vendor management, contract negotiations, and oversight of external suppliers and partners
Confident and effective communication skills with all levels of the organization.
Excellent problem-solving skills and leadership qualities.
Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of company staff.
Ability to deliver effective feedback, both written and verbal.
Ability to live/relocate near Asheville, NC.

Nice To Haves

Strong analytical skills to accurately manage inventory needs.
A broad understanding of end-to-end supply chain and operations processes.
Strong verbal/written communication skills in an environment of multiple internal teams plus external vendors.
Familiarity with warehouse management software tools, methodologies, and best practices.

Responsibilities

Analyze inventory data: Utilize inventory management tools to analyze data and generate reports on inventory turnover, stock accuracy, inventory values, and other key metrics.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date data on all SKUs, existing and new. Ensure all relevant information (e.g. weights, ID’s) are consistent with physical inventory.
Optimize physical inventory layout and location management, including bin and backstock locations.
Develop and implement inventory management strategies: Create and execute plans to optimize inventory levels, minimize stockouts, and reduce carrying costs.
Coordinate with Aeroflow Purchasing and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods, resolve any issues related to orders, and maintain strong relationships.
Work closely with Purchasing teams on managing ETAs, new product/SKU setups, problem avoidance and resolution.
Supervise all daily inventory/receiving/stock control activities.
Conduct inventory audits: Perform regular physical counts at all locations and reconcile inventory records to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
Implement inventory control measures: Establish and enforce policies and procedures to prevent theft, damage, and obsolescence of inventory.
Optimize warehouse layout: Collaborate with warehouse staff to design efficient storage systems and layouts that maximize space utilization and facilitate easy access to inventory.
Optimize Aerflow’s Receiving processes, including processing and storing incoming shipments, and preparing outgoing shipments.
Monitor and ensure the quality of inventory stored at all Aeroflow warehouse locations.
Manage the Returns process: Responsible for the Returns process to make sure team is following Aeroflow’s policies and procedures.
Monitor low inventory: Check low inventory report daily, identify discrepancies, communicate with Purchasing/Shipping leaders as appropriate.
Research and problem solve underlying reasons for low inventory for non-backorder items, delegating solutions to appropriate teammates.
Enhance collaboration between teams and ensure bi-directional communication between Purchasing/Sales and warehouse teams.
Mentor team members at all stages in their careers and take pride in their success, accomplishments, and professional development.
Attract, develop, and retain high caliber talent.
Clearly communicate and collaborate with company leadership, stakeholders, vendors, and strategic partners.
Demonstrate a growth mindset and have a passion for continual learning, development and personal growth.
Demonstrate strength leading through a sustained period of positive change.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with sales, operations, and finance teams to align inventory management strategies with overall business objectives.
Identify cost-saving opportunities: Continuously seek ways to reduce inventory holding costs, improve order fulfillment efficiency, and optimize supply chain processes.
Manage inventory discrepancies, ID’ing root causes, resolving processes, and enhancing processes to minimize future gaps.
Work with Aeroflow Technology personnel to implement new Inventory technologies, clearly identifying needs and leading pilot/rollout activities with the team.
Support Aeroflow’s supply chain expansion needs as new sites/partners are added.
Predict/identify resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner.
Employee has an individual responsibility for knowledge of and compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.
Compliance is a condition of employment and is considered an element of job performance
Maintain HIPAA/patient confidentiality
Regular and reliable attendance as assigned by your schedule
Other job duties assigned

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Health Plans with FSA or HSA options
Dental, and Vision Insurance
Optional Life Insurance
401K with Company Match
12 weeks of parental leave for birthing parent/ 4 weeks leave for non-birthing parent(s)
Additional Parental benefits to include fertility stipends, free diapers, breast pump
Paid Holidays
PTO Accrual from day one
Employee Assistance Programs and SO MUCH MORE!!