Inventory Operations Manager

Eagle Labs Inc•Oldsmar, FL

12h

About The Position

The Inventory Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing inventory accuracy, availability, and transfers across all company sites to support on-time manufacturing and order fulfillment. This role works closely with the Planning team to align incoming orders with the execution window (defined as two weeks prior to manufacturing) ensuring materials and finished goods are positioned correctly and ready for execution. The Inventory Operations Manager plays a critical role in maintaining continuity of supply, minimizing shortages, and supporting efficient production operations.

Requirements

3–5+ years of inventory management experience in a multi-site manufacturing or distribution environment
Strong understanding of inventory control, material flow, and production support
Experience working cross-functionally with Planning, Manufacturing, and Logistics teams
Proficiency with ERP systems and inventory tracking tools
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
Data-driven decision-making
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Nice To Haves

Experience in regulated environments (GMP, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, or similar)
Familiarity with execution windows, production scheduling, and demand planning
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain accurate inventory levels across all sites, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods
Ensure inventory availability aligns with manufacturing schedules and customer demand
Monitor inventory risks such as shortages, excess, or aging materials and proactively implement mitigation plans
Own the identification, classification, and tracking of SLOB inventory (Slow-Moving, Obsolete, and Expired) across all sites
Partner with Planning, Commercial, and Operations teams to determine disposition strategies, including reallocation, rework, return to vendor, or controlled destruction
Ensure SLOB inventory actions are executed, documented, and closed—not just identified
Oversee and coordinate inventory transfers between sites to support production and fulfillment needs
Ensure timely execution and accurate documentation of all inter-site inventory movements
Partner with warehouse, logistics, and site operations teams to resolve transfer issues and prevent disruptions
Work directly with the Planning team to align new and changing orders as they enter the execution window (two weeks from manufacturing)
Validate material readiness and inventory positioning prior to order release to manufacturing
Communicate inventory constraints or risks that could impact execution timelines
Maintain inventory accuracy within ERP and inventory management systems
Support cycle counts, reconciliations, and root cause analysis of discrepancies
Ensure inventory practices comply with internal SOPs and applicable regulatory or GMP requirements
Ensure SLOB inventory is accurately flagged, valued, and reported within ERP systems
Support financial and audit requirements related to inventory write-downs, adjustments, and compliance
Develop and maintain inventory KPIs (e.g., inventory accuracy, transfer lead times, material availability)
Identify process improvements to enhance inventory visibility, responsiveness, and efficiency
Provide regular inventory status updates and risk assessments to Operations and Planning leadership
Develop and maintain SLOB-specific KPIs, including aging thresholds, value at risk, and disposition cycle time
Lead regular SLOB reviews with Planning and Operations to drive accountability and decision-making
Track SLOB action items through completion and escalate unresolved risks to leadership
Support the development, documentation, and standardization of inventory processes across sites
Contribute to training and enablement of site teams on inventory best practices