Inventory Manager

Company: LiveTrends Design Group 

Position: Inventory Manager

Reports to: Apopka Operations Manager

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develop, implement, and monitor all inventory control and receiving processes to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient inventory transactions.
• Perform inventory analysis and management to maintain inventory accuracy and support operational requirements.
• Conduct daily inventory activities, including cycle counts, physical inventory counts, recounts, and inventory audits in accordance with company procedures.
• Manage physical inventory across the Apopka campus and designated partner locations.
• Maintain inventory integrity across multiple units of measure within the ERP system.
• Develop, review, and continuously improve inventory control procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Coordinate and oversee cycle count programs for all raw materials and inventory classifications.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor and resolve negative inventory balances in a timely manner.
• Lead and supervise inventory team members, ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and inventory control standards.
• Generate, maintain, and analyze inventory reports using SAP or the company's ERP system.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and supplies to identify shortages and support replenishment planning.
• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities to improve inventory accuracy and control systems.
• Develop, monitor, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) on a weekly and monthly basis to measure inventory performance and operational effectiveness.
• Directly supervising the daily activities of the Inventory and Receiving teams, providing coaching, training, and performance feedback.
• Partner with Operations, Purchasing, Production, and Accounting to ensure accurate inventory transactions and efficient material flow throughout the organization.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of inventory management experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment.
• Experience working with SAP or a comparable Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting.
• Forklift certification, or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining inventory accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify process improvement opportunities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and deadlines.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments while managing competing priorities.

REQUIRED PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

The following personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required based on assigned duties and work location:

• Safety gloves
• Safety glasses or protective eyewear
• Back support brace
• Protective arm sleeves
• Safety cutters or approved utility knives
• Company-approved cutting tools (scissors or clippers)