Pricing and Inventory Manager

Integrated Power Services•Burlington, NC

About The Position

IPS is seeking talented individuals to join our team where your expertise and dedication will be valued and drive our success. Here, you’ll find a dynamic environment that offers job stability, professional growth, and competitive compensation. As a crucial member of our team, you’ll support our locations around North America, partnering to ensure continued success. If you’re detail-oriented, dedicated, and thrive in a rapidly evolving setting, IPS is the perfect place for you to make a real difference. Integrated Power Services (IPS) is seeking an experienced Inventory Manager to support our Protection & Controls operations. This role is responsible for managing inventory processes, driving strategic purchasing decisions, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The Inventory Manager will collaborate across departments to maintain operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and inventory accuracy.

Requirements

Proven experience in inventory management and strategic purchasing.
Results oriented professional with a proven history of success and career progression.
Strong analytical skills with ability to leverage data for decision-making.
Ability to leverage supply chain spend and negotiate optimized procurement agreements.
Solid financial, business strategy and strategic planning skills.
Excellent business management written, verbal and presentation skills.
BS/MS in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Finance or similar degree.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain inventory performance metrics and reporting tools to monitor accuracy, turns, and stock health.
Manage surplus inventory purchasing to optimize cost savings and leverage available market opportunities.
Support inventory operations across multiple IPS locations, ensuring consistency in processes and standards.
Oversee inventory control processes, including cycle counts, audits, and discrepancy resolution.
Implement best practices and SOPs for inventory management and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Coordinate inbound and outbound inventory flows, ensuring timely and accurate loading and stocking.
Partner with procurement to develop strategic purchasing plans based on inventory trends and business needs.
Align inventory availability with project timelines and requirements, ensuring efficient allocation of parts and materials.
Collaborate with sales, engineering, operations, and finance to integrate inventory strategies with business objectives.
Prepare regular reports on inventory health, purchasing effectiveness, and improvement opportunities for leadership.