Inventory & Spare Parts Manager

Role Overview

• Oversee daily operations across regional warehouses and field stocking locations, including inbound and outbound shipments, picking, packing, storage, and order fulfillment
• Maintain warehouse facilities, equipment, tools, and materials to support safe and reliable operations
• Develop and evolve a North American warehouse and distribution network aligned with Service business priorities
• Improve service levels and lead times by expanding and optimizing the distribution center network
• Partner with Service leadership on planning activities, operational alignment, and business initiatives
• Guide inventory strategies including demand forecasting, safety stock settings, replenishment models, and stocking policies
• Balance spare parts availability with working capital efficiency and lifecycle management, including slow‑moving and obsolete inventory
• Perform and oversee cycle counts, physical inventories, reconciliations, and data accuracy improvements
• Ensure accurate ERP/CMMS data, including inventory classifications, lead times, and min/max settings
• Coordinate with logistics, procurement, and customer service teams to support consistent supply chain flow
• Improve transportation methods, routing, and freight utilization to reduce cost and improve delivery speed
• Establish best practices for receiving, shipping, returns, and emergency fulfillment
• Implement process improvements across inventory planning, warehouse workflows, and distribution activities
• Apply Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement practices to strengthen operational performance
• Champion ERP/CMMS optimization, digital tools, and analytics dashboards that support visibility and decision‑making
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures across all stocking locations
• Support a Safety‑First culture and partner with HSE and Quality teams during audits, investigations, and corrective actions
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field
• 5–7 years of experience in warehouse operations, distribution centers, or inventory management
• Experience managing teams; experience working with unionized labor is considered beneficial
• Background in inventory control, logistics coordination, stock allocation, and warehouse optimization practices
• Familiarity with Lean, 5S, FIFO, and modern storage and handling practices
• Ability to travel up to 25% to regional sites

Tech Stack

• ERP

Benefits

• Competitive health and retirement benefits
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements
• Access to learning platforms and career development programs