Inventory Control Manager at Salcomp Manufacturing USA – Arlington, Texas

Salcomp is a global leader in the manufacturing of chargers and power adapters for the consumer electronics and IoT industries. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability, we serve a prestigious global clientele. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Inventory Control Manager to join our team and ensure the excellence of our supply chain operations.

The Inventory Control Manager is a pivotal role responsible for developing, implementing, and managing inventory control strategies to optimize inventory levels, ensure accuracy, and support seamless production flow. This role requires a strategic leader who can balance the need for high service levels with the financial imperative of minimizing carrying costs and obsolescence. The ideal candidate will be data-driven, adept at process improvement, and an effective cross-functional leader.

• Inventory Strategy & Planning:

  • Develop and execute inventory management policies and procedures to achieve target inventory turns and days of inventory on hand (DIOH).

  • Implement demand planning and forecasting techniques to align inventory levels with production schedules and sales forecasts.

  • Manage safety stock levels and reorder points for raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods.

• Inventory Accuracy & Control:

  • Oversee all cycle counting and physical inventory programs, ensuring a high degree of inventory record accuracy (target > 99%).

  • Lead root cause analysis for inventory discrepancies and implement corrective and preventive actions.

  • Manage the reconciliation of inventory variances and ensure timely adjustments in the ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

• Process Improvement & Systems:

  • Continuously review and improve inventory management processes, including receiving, put-away, picking, and shipping.

  • Leverage the ERP system and other tools (e.g., WMS, data analytics platforms) to enhance visibility, reporting, and control.

  • Drive initiatives to reduce slow-moving, obsolete (SLOB), and excess inventory.

• Team Leadership & Development:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of inventory analysts, cycle counters, and warehouse staff.

  • Set clear performance objectives, conduct regular performance reviews, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Work closely with Procurement, Planning, Production, and Finance teams to ensure a synchronized supply chain.

  • Partner with Finance to support month-end and year-end closing activities related to inventory valuation.

  • Liaise with Quality Assurance to manage non-conforming and quarantined materials.

• Reporting & Compliance:

  • Generate and present regular KPI reports on inventory health, including accuracy, turnover, aging, and scrap.

  • Ensure all inventory control activities comply with company policies and relevant regulatory standards.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., APICS CPIM, CSCP) is a strong plus.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in inventory control, warehouse management, or supply chain, within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

  • Proven experience in the electronics manufacturing industry is highly desirable.

• Technical Skills:

  • Expert knowledge of ERP systems; SAP implementation or advanced user experience is a significant advantage.

  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, Macros).

  • Strong understanding of inventory management principles (e.g., FIFO, LIFO), lean manufacturing, and 5S methodology.