Inventory Manager

Description

Job Description: Inventory Manager

Company: The Fencing Supply Group (FSG)

Position Summary

The Fencing Supply Group is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Inventory Manager to oversee and optimize our end-to-end supply chain operations. This role is heavily focused on inventory management, capital management, and planning excellence—including S&OP, forecasting, demand planning, and capacity planning—while also ensuring seamless purchasing and distribution across our branch network. The ideal candidate will bring 2-3+ years of experience in supply chain management, strong analytical and system skills, and the ability to collaborate across functions to drive results.

Key Responsibilities

· Inventory & Capital Management.

· Develop and execute strategies to optimize inventory levels across multiple product categories while balancing working capital, service levels, and cost.

· Partner with Finance to track capital tied up in inventory and recommend initiatives to improve working capital efficiency.

· Monitor and manage key inventory performance metrics (turns, days on hand, obsolescence, write-offs) to achieve company targets.

· Ensure proper inventory controls, audits, and cycle counting processes are in place.

· Purchasing & Branch Support

· Oversee purchasing activities to ensure cost-effective sourcing and timely replenishment of materials.

· Coordinate deliveries to FSG branches to maintain proper inventory levels and support operational needs.

· Collaborate with branch leadership to forecast demand and address local inventory challenges.

· Partner with suppliers and carriers to improve service levels, reduce lead times, and resolve delivery issues.

· Planning & Forecasting

· Help create and drive the S&OP process, aligning cross-functional teams (Sales, Operations, Finance, Supply Chain) to balance demand and supply effectively.

· Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts to support procurement and distribution planning.

· Lead capacity planning efforts to ensure supplier and logistics capabilities meet current and future demand.

· Translate demand and sales plans into actionable supply plans across procurement and logistics.

· Cross-Functional Leadership

· Collaborate with Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Commercial teams to ensure seamless execution of supply chain operations.

· Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership regarding supply chain risks, opportunities, and trade-offs.

· Drive continuous improvement initiatives in supply chain processes, systems, and analytics.

· Data, Systems & Analytics

· Leverage Infor ERP for supply chain execution, data integrity, and planning accuracy.

· Develop dashboards and reporting in Microsoft Power BI to track KPIs, forecast accuracy, and branch performance.

· Use advanced analytics to identify gaps, support decision-making, and recommend corrective actions.

· Lead projects to digitize and modernize supply chain workflows.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education - Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field required. Master’s degree or APICS/CSCP certification preferred.

Experience - Minimum 2-3+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with emphasis on inventory management, S&OP, forecasting, demand planning, and capacity planning. Experience with purchasing and branch distribution support is highly preferred.

Technical Skills -

· Proficiency with Infor ERP and Microsoft Power BI preferred

· Advanced Excel/analytical tools for forecasting, modeling, and scenario planning.

· Strong knowledge of supply chain metrics and financial levers impacting working capital.

· Soft Skills:

Ø Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Ø Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.

Ø Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities and continuous improvement orientation.

Why Join Fencing Supply Group?

· Opportunity to lead a critical function supporting a nationwide distribution network.

· Collaborative culture with exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

· Competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and benefits package.

· Professional growth opportunities within a rapidly growing organization.