Inventory Manager

Banks Power • Azusa, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

At Banks, we don’t bolt on parts, we engineer complete systems from the crankshaft out. We’ve been doing it since 1958; setting records, winning championships, and building engines the U.S. military trusts. We're looking for an Inventory Manager who will build, implement, and manage our inventory system. You will partner cross-functionally to drive the accuracy, organization, and integrity of inventory within our warehouse operations. This is a ground-up build, not a maintenance role. So if you've never built an inventory program from scratch, this isn't your job.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field, or a combination of education and experience
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in inventory management within a fast-paced warehouse, packaging or distribution environment
• Strong understanding of inventory control procedures. Demonstrated experience setting up an inventory system from scratch
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and/or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
• Ability to think systematically and build scalable processes and procedures
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Prior supervisory experience managing a small team; ability to lead, train, and hold associates accountable

Responsibilities

• Build the company’s inventory systems, establishing structure, workflows, and standard operating procedures (SOP)
• Build out the inventory modules within the company’s ERP platform
• Develop inventory control policies and procedures, ensuring they are scalable and aligned with operational needs
• Set up and maintain inventory locations, including designated storage locations, warranty locations, and proper designations for new product lines
• Investigate root causes of inventory variances and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Control and manage all inventory movements — including location-to-location transfers — ensuring real-time accuracy and full traceability within the system
• Identify and process obsolete, expired, or damaged inventory for timely removal, disposition, or write-off in accordance with company policy
• Ensure all new products are assigned proper and logical storage location; collaborate with operations and supply chain teams on space planning and product slotting
• Conduct regular cycle counts, physical inventories, and spot audits to verify inventory accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Generate and analyze inventory reports (accuracy rates, turnover, aging stock, warranty, etc) and present insights to management
• Continuously evaluate and improve inventory processes using data-driven decision-making and lean principles
• Other duties assigned by manager

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid basic life, AD&D and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program, a confidential program dedicated to supporting the emotional health and well-being of our employees and their families
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Vacation, Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior