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Form of workHunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.
We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What’s yours?
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic-minded individual to join our centralized team as an Inventory Optimization Specialist. As an Inventory Optimization Specialist, you will be responsible for utilizing and maintaining inventory optimization software to set inventory levels across our supply chain. Your primary goal will be to minimize costs while ensuring optimal inventory levels that meet customer demands and support the company's strategic objectives. This is a critical role that requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
What you'll do
- Utilize inventory optimization software tools to analyze and forecast demand patterns, lead times, and other relevant factors to determine optimal inventory levels.
- Run Simulations and scenarios to evaluate different options and opportunities in our supply network.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Supply Planning, Sales, and Finance to understand business requirements and develop new inventory strategies that align with the company's goals.
- Conduct data analysis and identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for inventory holding strategy improvements within the supply chain.
- Establish priorities and course of action for managing multiple tasks in time critical situations under pressure.
- Monitor inventory levels on an ongoing basis, identifying potential risks and opportunities for improvement.
- Partner with FP&A to drive the budgeting process and understand and explain drivers of variance to forecasted costs and inventory to leadership
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations/Manufacturing, or a related field.
- Experience in SAP ECC, IBP IO, APO/SCM, BW preferred
- APICS certification (CPIM/CSCP) a plus.
- Proven experience 4+ years as an Inventory Analyst, Inventory Planner, or similar role, preferably in a large-scale supply chain environment.
- Solid understanding of statistical forecasting methods, supply planning, and inventory management principles.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights and actionable strategies.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to work with large datasets and financial modeling.
- Strong proficiency in inventory optimization software tools (e.g., SAP IBP IO, IQR, Oracle, Kinaxis, or similar) and advanced MS Excel skills.
What's in it for you
- Annual base salary range: $73,000 - $82,000
- Bonus target range: 10-20%
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
- A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
- Time off with pay
- 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and product discounts
Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate’s education, experience, skills and potential.
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Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
