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Manager, Strategic Inventory ManagementZones • Portland, OR, US
Manager, Strategic Inventory Management

Manager, Strategic Inventory Management

Zones • Portland, OR, US
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Description

Company Overview :

When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there’s really only one : Zones – First Choice for IT.

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Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed / Professional / Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.

Position Overview :

The Manager, Strategic Inventory Management is responsible for developing and executing inventory strategies that optimize working capital, minimize stockouts and excess, and ensure supply readiness across the organization. This role drives cross-functional alignment between supply chain, procurement, finance, and sales teams to support business objectives through effective inventory planning, analytics, and governance.

What you’ll do as the Manager, Strategic Inventory Management :

The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

Strategic Planning & Leadership

  • Develop and implement long-term inventory management strategies aligned with business growth, customer demand, and financial goals.
  • Lead a team responsible for demand planning, inventory forecasting, optimization, and reporting across multiple product lines or regions.
  • Partner with executive leadership to define key inventory KPIs (e.g., inventory turns, days of supply, fill rate, excess & obsolete metrics).

Demand Planning & Inventory Optimization

  • Analyze demand and supply trends to set optimal inventory targets and safety stock levels.
  • Drive strategic initiatives to improve inventory efficiency, reduce carrying costs, and mitigate obsolescence risks.
  • Oversee deployment and replenishment strategies to balance customer service and cost.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with supply planning, procurement, logistics, and finance to ensure alignment of supply plans and inventory goals.
  • Act as a key liaison between global and regional operations teams for inventory governance and standardization.
  • Partner with finance to forecast working capital requirements and monitor inventory-related financial performance.
  • Process & Systems Management

  • Lead continuous improvement projects in planning systems and analytics tools.
  • Establish standardized processes, controls, and reporting dashboards to enhance inventory visibility and decision-making.
  • Support system enhancements and automation to improve accuracy and efficiency in inventory management.
  • Analytics & Reporting

  • Track, analyze, and present inventory performance metrics to senior leadership.
  • Develop advanced analytics models to predict demand-supply imbalances and inventory risks.
  • Provide actionable insights to improve forecasting accuracy and service levels.
  • What you will bring to the team :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in inventory management, supply chain planning, or operations strategy.
  • At least 2–3 years in a managerial or team leadership role.
  • Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in the Enterprise IT procurement channel
  • Expertise in ERP and advanced planning systems (Microsoft D365 and Kinaxis RapidResponse preferred).
  • Proficiency in data visualization and analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau, Excel, SQL, etc.).
  • Knowledge of and experience with best practices in inventory and materials management (e.g., Classification Methods (A,B,C,D), Safety Stock, Lean, Consignment, etc.)
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and change leadership skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution.
  • Qualified candidates can expect a salary range of $90,000-110,000

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    Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package

    While we’re committed to providing top-tier solutions, we’re just as committed to supporting our own team. Our team members enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, voluntary accident, hospitalization and critical illness insurance options, a 401(k) plan with matching provision, and many more. Generally, Zones currently offers paid time off and personal sick leave in compliance to individual state requirements.

    At Zones, work is more than a job – it is an exciting career on a global team that is client centric, has a passion for technology, embraces change and lifelong learning in a collaborative culture. And as a Minority Business Enterprise, a Corporate Plus member of the Northwest Minority Supplier Development Council, and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, our community is just as diverse. If you’re interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you!

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

    Zones participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a system that compares information from a team member’s Form I-9 to federal records to confirm their eligibility to work in the United States.

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