What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Manager position at HydroJug?
Location: Ogden, UT (On-Site)
Reports To: VP of Supply Chain
Position Overview
The Inventory Manager will oversee inventory strategy and optimization across multiple regions and facilities. This role ensures efficient working capital utilization, high service levels, and alignment with company supply chain objectives. We’re looking for professionals who have managed aging inventory, overseen inventory dollars, collaborated on sell-through across multiple channels, and developed detailed management plans for each item.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business goals.
- Lead supplier negotiations on contracts, pricing, and long-term agreements.
- Build and maintain strategic supplier partnerships, ensuring performance and compliance.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for supply disruptions.
- Partner with Finance, Legal, and Operations to manage procurement governance.
- Drive cost reduction, sustainability, and innovation through supplier collaboration.
- Lead and mentor procurement professionals.
Qualifications
- 7 years in strategic procurement, sourcing, or supplier management.
- Strong track record of leading global supplier negotiations.
- Experience with procurement platforms (ERP systems preferably Netsuite, Project Management platforms)
- Knowledge of contract law and compliance frameworks.
- Excellent analytical, financial, and relationship management skills.
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or CPSM/CSCP certification preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive salary performance-based incentives.
- Health benefits, PTO, and employee discounts.
- Opportunity to work in a fast-growing, innovative company with a strong mission.
- Career growth potential in a high-impact role.