Inventory Manager

Join the Imagine team•Shakopee, MN

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About The Position

Improve the health and accuracy of inventory through process monitoring, problem solving, and improvement. Develop, implement, and maintain inventory accuracy processes and control procedures throughout the facility. Analyze inventory discrepancies, conduct root cause investigations, monitor inventory accuracy KPIs, and work with cross-functional teams to resolve inventory-related issues. The role also identifies inventory risks, improves inventory processes and material visibility, audits inventory-handling practices, maintains documentation and procedures, supports continuous improvement, and collaborates with IT and business systems teams to improve ERP/WMS processes. The position may include supervisory responsibilities, depending on the candidate’s skills and team makeup. Most work is performed sitting at a computer, with physical requirements that include lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds. The Imagine Group provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment on protected grounds.

Requirements

5+ years of inventory control, warehouse management, materials management, or manufacturing experience.
Strong knowledge of ERP systems, such as Monarch and VeraCore.
Experience with cycle counting, physical inventory management, and inventory auditing.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities.
Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain inventory accuracy processes and control procedures throughout the facility.
Analyze inventory discrepancies and conduct root cause investigations to identify and eliminate recurring issues.
Establish and monitor inventory accuracy KPIs, including count accuracy, location accuracy, inventory adjustments, and transaction compliance.
Partner with Production, Purchasing, Shipping, Receiving, and Quality teams to resolve inventory-related issues.
Ensure proper execution of inventory transactions, including receipts, transfers, consumption, returns, and shipments.
Identify inventory risks related to obsolescence, excess inventory, shortages, and material loss.
Implement process improvements to reduce inventory errors and improve material visibility.
Audit warehouse and production inventory handling practices for compliance with company standards.
Develop and maintain inventory control documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory flow and material management.
Collaborate with IT and business system teams to improve ERP/WMS inventory transaction processes.
Monitor inventory adjustments and investigate unusual trends or variances.
Perform other duties as assigned.