Sr. Inventory Program Manager

We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain & logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

We are looking for a Senior Inventory Program Manager for our US Contract Logistics business. 
 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Maintain and Communicate Inventory Control Guidelines so that all sites may train and adhere to IC Standards
• Perform Inventory Control site audits 
• Assist sites with applying Inventory Control Best Practices
• Assist with investigating and correcting discrepancies in reported quantities and locations of all inventory
• Track progress of site Inventory Control KPIs
• Perform root cause analysis to understand inventory control errors to implement corrective actions to prevent future errors as well as minimize shrinkage
• Assess gaps in current inventory control processes and assist sites with closing any process gaps
• Assist with Cycle count and Inventory Control training where needed 
• Ensure that Inventory Control Standards are in place prior to any new launch of business
• Performs the role of a liaison between Operations to resolve issues that are escalated from the VMI accounts
• Monitors the communications between the VMI accounts and the VMI Operations Team to ensure timely resolutions to inventory discrepancies, performance of quarterly and end of year inventory reconciliations, as well as quotes for out of scope work.
• Oversees the tracking of contract limitations and liabilities to maximize shrinkage allowance and minimize inventory claims from VMI accounts
• Maintain Contact List for Each VMI Contract

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree; experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• 5+ years of experience in Project Management in a logistics environment; Operational experience also preferred
• Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks and reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations
• Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems
• Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations and willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges
• Ability to be open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace and the persistence in the face of obstacles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences; Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently
• Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Word, Outlook, Excel, and ability to learn other software as needed
• Experience in Supply Chain, 3PL, Material Management and Inventory Control
• Travel may be required

Compensation

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. 

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

The DP World family comprises of syncreon, Imperial and P&O.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.