Below are the 12 Inventory Managers with various systems & industry experience. The Thor Group® provides inventory managers on a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ an inventory control manager with experience working in an academic medical center and a children’s hospital? Educational attainment is composed of BA Political Science and Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management. Software skills involve Lawson ERP Software. Core competencies consist of data analysis & management, resource management, training development, cost control, warehouse management and project management.

Serving in an academic medical center as an inventory control manager, developed, implemented and monitored all inventory transactions to maintain accuracy in a timely manner. Some of the tasks were collaborating externally with vendors and distributors while internally with the Procurement, Logistics and Accounting departments to provide direct resolution and ensure that the IR Vascu department (surgeons, nurses and technicians) had the newest products and latest technology. Additionally, researched, documented and made adjustments to all inventory discrepancies.

Also as an inventory control manager, monitored and documented invoicing for co-signed products to be in compliance with regulations, as well as used Excel to generate budgets reports and value analyses for Interventional Radiology Department. Moreover, applied v-lookup and Pivot table to generate monthly usage reports and to monitor inventory par levels. Lawson ERP System was used for workflow, inventory and charge-capture process management, vendor management and product recall organization. Furthermore, utilized Lawson ERP System for workflow, inventory and product recall organization.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ an inventory control manager with experience working in an academic medical center and a children’s hospital? Educational attainment is composed of BA Political Science and Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management. Software skills involve Lawson ERP Software. Core competencies consist of data analysis & management, resource management, training development, cost control, warehouse management and project management.

Serving in an academic medical center as an inventory control manager, developed, implemented and monitored all inventory transactions to maintain accuracy in a timely manner. Some of the tasks were collaborating externally with vendors and distributors while internally with the Procurement, Logistics and Accounting departments to provide direct resolution and ensure that the IR Vascu department (surgeons, nurses and technicians) had the newest products and latest technology. Additionally, researched, documented and made adjustments to all inventory discrepancies.

Also as an inventory control manager, monitored and documented invoicing for co-signed products to be in compliance with regulations, as well as used Excel to generate budgets reports and value analyses for Interventional Radiology Department. Moreover, applied v-lookup and Pivot table to generate monthly usage reports and to monitor inventory par levels. Lawson ERP System was used for workflow, inventory and charge-capture process management, vendor management and product recall organization. Furthermore, utilized Lawson ERP System for workflow, inventory and product recall organization.

Is impacting your organization with an inventory control manager with experience working in retail, distribution and manufacturing industries a current business consideration? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Management. Professional certifications include Certification in E-3 Replenishment. Computer skills involve JDA, Brio, QuickBooks and Evant forecasting and analysis software. Key accomplishments were managing operations, leading to 20% increase in sales, as well as executing the rollout of JDA E-3 software system to 26 stores, successfully increasing vendor fill-rates by 50% and store in-stock rate by 125%.

While employed as an inventory control manager, managed four Category Specialists to successfully meet company in-stock and service level goal objectives. This professional researched, evaluated and recommended implementing a new inventory control and financial analysis system. Also, prepared monthly inventory reconciliation reporting utilizing QuickBooks software system, as well as reviewed and approved timely placement of purchase orders, product inspection reports, and shipping/ delivery time schedules.

Part of the job as a replenishment manager was serving as a Key Contributor to the Summit Reliability Team responsible for improving on-time vendor deliveries by 20%. In addition, partnered with the Supply Chain organization to implement reduction of vendor lead-times by an average of one week, resulting in savings of $350K. Furthermore, utilized the JDA E3 software system for procurement and replenishment of merchandise, maximizing profits to achieve vendor service level goals of 98%.

Could your organization use an inventory manager who is experienced in restaurant, business services and communications industries, as well as proficient in JD Edwards SCM, PeopleSoft and Oracle? Technical proficiencies cover JD Edwards SCM, PeopleSoft and Oracle.

Primary tasks of this inventory manager included inventory control, procurement, quality control, and billing, as well as restructuring purchasing and inventory control groups by splitting the procurement and maintenance of inventory levels from the purchasing function. Creating a new role to perform the function removed the responsibility from two purchasing agents. One important achievement involved reducing out of stocks by 95% within first three months. Performing the analyses of all processes in the warehouse, customer service, purchasing, transportation, and inventory departments was completed, along with proposing and implementing changes to maximize efficiency. This individual is a Power User on JD Edwards.

Contributions involved maintaining the weekly cycle count accuracy at 99.7%, improving physical inventory process, reducing from full weekend project to a half-day project and cutting overtime by 83%. Physical inventory losses were slashed from $17,000 first year to 86% less. Reconciling the inventory sub-ledger to the general ledger, posting transactions to all inventory related accounts was also handled. Developing the schedule for product to be delivered on existing routes, prior to equipment installation, for chain-wide conversion was carried out. New process was implemented for importing routes into JD Edwards, discontinuing use of Manugistics and saving $13,000 annually in support. Workflow efficiency was maximized by consolidating six jobs into four, saving $49,000.00 annual salary.

Is impacting your organization with an inventory manager with work experience in automotive and beverage industries a current business consideration? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Science in Management and Organization Development as well as MBA. Professional certifications consist of Logistics/Transportation Certification. Core skills involve Oracle 11i/R12 and SAP Implementations, Inventory Management/Audit Analysis/Reporting, Yantra/Baan/Kronos/Manman/WMS/Applications/AS400/MRP/ERP Applications, as well as ARIBA Procurement/Accounts Payable Reconciliation.

While employed in an automotive company as an inventory manager, created Purchase Requisitions in ARIBA for assigned commodities, as well as ran Toad SQL Queries for transactions reports and Batches for production orders. This professional initiated, coordinated, and enforced operational and personnel policies to maintain inbound, production support, warehouse operations and distribution activities. Moreover, served as a service request coordinator who monitored and approved requests with BMC service request software. Key accomplishments were completing inventory management/cycle count program, control and valuation of more than 30 million in purchase parts inventory, as well as conducting regular cycle counts, while maintaining a 98% accurate level of efficiency.

Part of the job as a distribution manager in a beverage company was to serve on the SAP implementation team, as well as being responsible for business rule development, process documentation and end user interface/ training. Moreover, adhered to Y2K implementation deadlines. Furthermore, designed, developed and implemented a new process to capitalize on vendor discounts which resulted in cost reduction of 5%-10% monthly.

Does an inventory manager who is experienced in a children’s hospital and a medical center, as well as knowledgeable in Lawson SCM pique your interest? Technical knowledge includes Lawson SCM and Medisoft as well as typing (50 wpm), handling multiple phone lines, and doing hospital supply cabinet or scanner repair. Educational background includes courses in Microsoft Office applications, word processing, desktop publishing and design technology. The individual is pursuing Bachelor of Arts Degree in Entrepreneurship.

Major responsibilities of this inventory manager included compiling and transporting medical supplies to nurses’ stations. Key roles covered retrieving computer generated requests from throughout the hospital, pulling orders and handling inventory/ quality control on supply rooms. Apart from pulling medical supplies, restocking 5 to 8 supply rooms a day was also completed. Running the desk, managing in and outgoing phone calls as well as assisting nurses/PCAs and CNAs comprised other tasks. Software used was Lawson.

The job included running emergency equipment to departments as requested per patient, hyperthermia machines, crash carts and PCA pumps. Tasks consisted of restocking emergency crash carts, running stats and making isolation bags per patient. Repairing Omnicell/BCX supply cabinet and repairing scanners were completed. Functions involved double checking all paperwork on complete orders adjustments, release, close and sign off, as well as placing in file cabinet.

Would a detail-oriented inventory control manager with work experience in a hospital and healthcare system fit in your organization? Educational attainment is composed of completing computer science program in a university. Technological skills consist of Lawson and Kronos Time Management. Credentials include Microsoft certification.

Some accomplishments included utilizing Lawson Management System to run inventory reports, apply issues/ credits of supply, ordering of inventory/ special items, and par management. While working in a hospital and a healthcare system as a manager of inventory control & distribution of material management, maintained successful inventory turnover, gross margin, receipts, markdowns, mark-ups, and budget planning. Part of the job was to successfully negotiate, approve, and activate 200+ contracts in total cost reduction effort and establish master purchase agreements with suppliers and distributors. Moreover, supervised the domestic and international delivery, receiving, and shipping of all hospital materials.

Shared expertise by decreasing costs by using alternative products, improving quality on a daily basis of supply, and ensuring supply of raw materials to RNs, LPNs, and doctors. Similarly, was responsible for effective implementation and management of inventory tracking of all centralized medical/surgical supplies. Additionally, accomplished positive inventory turn of 20% each month as inventory control supervisor. Furthermore, reduced inventory and still maintained over JACHO standards of 92 hours’ worth of critical inventory, as well as kept and maintained a 95% or better in-warehouse cycle count efficiency, receiving, and distribution errors.

What can an inventory manager with work background in pharmaceutical, manufacturing and retail industries, as well as specializations in JD Edwards SCM and OneWorld XE bring to your organization? Technical specializations involve JD Edwards SCM and OneWorld XE. This individual obtained a Certification in JD Edwards OneWorld XE.

Working with areas such as providing inventory control of 2.1 million units and retail sales of $60 million was one of the skills brought to the table by this inventory manager. Duties covered designing, developing and implementing the Advanced Warehousing System, including configuration, setup and menu design. As is processes, to be processes, CRP, BPS and go live support were efficiently handled, along with the implementation and design of ASAP, Pick to Light Module for the distribution center. Tasks involved distribution of control and non-control finished goods, returns, inventory control, annual physical inventory and cycle counts, as well as managing two supervisors and eighteen hourly employees. Controlling 65 million dollars of inventory and achieving inventory accuracy of 99.8% were some of the key roles.

Responsibilities consisted of designing, developing and implementing JD Edwards XE Advanced Warehousing System, including configuration, setup and menu design. As is processes, to be processes, CRP, BPS and go live support were completed, along with the implementation and design of DSI for the distribution center. Responsibilities included providing functional support for the client and carrying out JD Edwards OneWorld B73.2 for Advanced Warehousing and DSI. Bar coding functionality was also handled. Maintaining service request response times per the SLA agreement was completed.

What contributions could an inventory manager who worked in government, education and medical equipment/distribution industries bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BS-Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. ERP systems skills include SAP SCM, PeopleSoft, Oracle, Asset Suite and SharePoint. Core skills include Inventory Management, Product/Purchasing Procurement, Executive Administration, Training Development and Data Analysis.

Challenges like developing systems used for Inventory and Operations using SAP, Excel, Access, SharePoint, and Google Drive within the company and manufacturing facilities were welcomed and successfully completed on a regular basis. While working in an equipment company as an inventory manager II with SAP, improved the tracking system for inventory and made automated systems to track incoming, outgoing and transfers of all materials, as well as reduced the cost, time, and loss of materials. This specialist strategically developed and managed a performance optimization and data analysis program that investigated, planned, and implemented effective statistical information that reduced cost and time for the entire company, which led to a 100% accurate tracking for all raw materials and finished goods.

Shared expertise by procuring capital, services and products using strong technical knowledge in Excel, Asset Suite, Emporium, GEP, Project wise, Oracle, P8, ARIBA, and Maintenance Connection. While serving in a government agency, improved inventory management with categorizing, labeling, and filing aviation safety equipment managing that led for all aviation equipment being improved by 200%.

Could your organization use a regional inventory manager who is experienced in manufacturing, retail and publishing industries, as well as proficient in Lawson SCM, JD Edwards and SAP? Technical proficiencies cover Lawson SCM, JD Edwards, SAP, Access and Ariba. Educational background includes Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies, Associate in Business Administration and Associate in Business Administrative Sciences. This individual obtained Six Sigma Green Belt certification.

This regional inventory manager reported to the director of supply chain and served as an inventory planning analyst supporting thirty-nine retail locations and four manufacturing locations. This specialist planned inventory for demand and local contractor market, as well as managed third-party relationships and internal manufacturing to optimize real time inventory demand and logistics. Contributions consisted of reducing slow inventory while maintaining highest inventory levels to support the 80/20 customer and demand business model. Lawson software was used.

Other jobs consisted of reporting to the director of supply chain and serving as purchasing planner. Vendor relationships were established. Consistent pricing and margins were validated as the class C division was merged. Inventory management and forecasting were carried out. Performing project management and production status tracking, in addition to managing logistical operations between different divisions of the company were also carried out. Materials required were procured to meet manufacturing forecast based upon historical sales trends and current customer demand. Relationships with vendors were managed. Spreadsheets and database were created to analyze data. Skills brought to the table consisted of serving as the division product data manager, creating all item numbers and assigning ISBNs, UPCs and EANs.

What contributions could an inventory management specialist/material planner with work experience in a university hospital and a medical center bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Industrial Distribution, Bachelor of Science in Management and Master of Science in Logistics & Supply Chain. Technical skills involve JDA Manugistics and SAP.

Challenges like conducting a Cost Performance Index (CPI) project on eliminating excess costs utilized in the return process, which resulted in reducing return process spend by $4M were welcomed and successfully completed. Acting as an inventory management specialist/ material planner, utilized requirements calculator in Manugistics/JDA and SAP to effectively determine requirements of PRs. This specialist streamlined processes and provided support to contracting officers/acquisition specialists in sourcing recommendations for strategic decisions, as well as identified and provided resolution to contract support issues in coordination with supply counterparts, such as customer account, acquisitions, and resolutions specialists, demand planners, and contracting officers.

Shared expertise by facilitating CPI project, which identified need for reduction of excess inactive inventory, leading to the implementation of a Two-Bin Kanban System, which achieved over $1M in inventory reduction. Serving in a medical center as a supervisor/inventory manager, organized and directed the support provided to community Based Outpatient Clinics, Veterans Outreach Center, contract Support Center, Prosthetics Office, as well as Research and Medical Affiliation.

How can your organization gain an advantage with the help of an inventory control manager who has work background in a nonprofit health system, as well as skilled in Lawson SCM, Infor EAM and SAP? Technical skills cover Lawson SCM, Infor EAM, SAP, Infosys WMS and Access. Educational attainment includes Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Associate of Science in Computer Science.

While working for a nonprofit health system, main functions of this inventory control manager consisted of performing inventory cycle counts and stock reconciliation in warehouse, while also creating reports in ERP and Excel. This individual created settings in the inventory system for addition of new items; initiated stock location and relocation (bin assignment) for the existing items; and executed removal of dead-stock or obsolete items from inventory. Duties consisted of processing all credits from customers back into inventory, as well as processing all recalls from manufacturer or vendor (removal from stock and reporting to management using Lawson) for inventory items. One of the notable tasks was acting as buyer for the purchase/procurement of medical supplies through purchase orders. The job covered filling in as receiving clerk in receiving, processing and delivery of incoming shipments and shipping specialist for outgoing deliveries via common carriers.

Responsibilities in another position consisted of performing supply, inventory and distribution tasks inside the hospital. Receiving and putting away or storing stock into the inventory were also completed. Incoming shipments were received, processed and delivered. Outgoing deliveries were shipped via common carriers. Other skills involved automated procurement (order pulling/filling/picking, shipping/ receiving, stocking, delivering, inventory control, purchasing) in a fast-paced warehouse environment.