Inventory Manager in Decatur, Illinois at T/CCI Manufacturing LLC

Company Background

TCCI Manufacturing is a world leader in compressor technology for commercial vehicle, automotive and same-day delivery vehicles. Our global footprint spans 10 locations across the US, China, India, Germany, UK, Ireland, Spain, Argentina, Mexico, and Argentina—employing more than 650 employees worldwide.

TCCI has become one of the leading global Electric Compressor (EC) Manufacturers for the commercial & heavy-duty sectors, as well as automotive specialty vehicle markets. As we look to the future, we will pioneer technology in electrification and support our customers’ plans for a full electrification solution that includes vehicle production, charging, route planning and infrastructure.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Position Summary

The Inventory Manager serves as a key liaison between Operations and Finance, ensuring inventory records accurately reflect physical inventory and financial value. This role is responsible for maintaining inventory integrity, supporting financial reporting requirements, analyzing inventory-related variances, and driving disciplined inventory controls throughout the organization.

The successful candidate will lead inventory control processes, cycle counting programs, inventory reconciliation efforts, and inventory optimization strategies while partnering closely with Production Planning, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Control & Accuracy

• Maintain and improve inventory accuracy across US warehouse and 3PL locations.

• Develop and manage cycle count programs and annual physical inventories.

• Review and analyze inventory adjustments, cycle count variances, and transaction discrepancies to ensure accurate inventory valuation.

• Ensure inventory transactions are recorded in accordance with established internal controls and accounting requirements.

• Identify root causes of inventory variances and implement corrective actions to improve inventory accuracy and financial reporting reliability.

Inventory Optimization

• Analyze inventory levels and develop strategies to reduce excess and obsolete inventory.

• Establish safety stock, reorder point, and inventory parameter recommendations.

• Monitor inventory turns, aging inventory, and slow-moving materials.

• Lead inventory reduction initiatives while maintaining production and customer service requirements.

ERP & Data Management

• Maintain inventory master data integrity within ERP systems.

• Develop inventory reports, dashboards, and KPIs.

• Partner with IT and business teams to improve inventory processes and reporting capabilities.

• Utilize ERP, SQL, Power BI, Excel, and reporting tools to identify trends and opportunities.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with Production Planning to support manufacturing schedules.

• Partner with Purchasing to ensure material availability and inventory optimization.

• Work closely with Warehouse operations to ensure proper material movement and transaction discipline.

• Partner with Finance to support inventory valuation, audit requests, month-end close activities, and inventory reserve analysis.

• Provide analysis and recommendations related to inventory carrying costs, excess and obsolete inventory reserves, and inventory-related balance sheet performance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Inventory Valuation Accuracy, Inventory Turns, Excess & Obsolete Inventory Reduction, Inventory Adjustment Value, Material Availability %, Production Line Shortages, Inventory Record Integrity, Excess & Obsolete Inventory Reserve Reduction, Inventory Audit Compliance

Qualifications

Required

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Finance, or related field.

• 5+ years of inventory management experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong ERP system experience.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Experience managing cycle count and physical inventory programs.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Preferred

• APICS/ASCM CPIM certification.

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Business Central, SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems.

• Experience with SQL reporting, Power BI, or business intelligence tools.

• Multi-site inventory management experience.

• Experience supporting inventory accounting, cost accounting, or financial audit activities within a manufacturing environment.

• Understanding of inventory valuation methods, inventory reserves, and financial impacts of inventory transactions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of MRP and inventory planning principles.

• Ability to analyze large datasets and identify trends.

• Working knowledge of manufacturing operations and supply chain processes.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive accountability.

• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on measurable results.