Fencing Supply Group

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Job Type Full-time Description 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 3-5+ 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 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 3-5 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 (required). • Advanced Excel/analytical tools for forecasting, modeling, and scenario planning. • Strong knowledge of supply chain metrics and financial levers impacting working capital. • Soft Skills • Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities. • 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.