Global and EMENA Inventory Manager (f/m/div)
 Vienna   Full time

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive inventory strategy that aligns with the organization's global business objectives. Includes maintaining an internal library of warehousing best practices, including the topics of: Warehouse organization and optimization, shipping and receiving, safety standards, RMA (repair) and RTV (return to vendor) process, etc.
• Collaborate with Regional Inventory Managers to standardize inventory management processes while accommodating local market dynamics and regulatory requirements.
• Implement processes and procedures related to Global inventory management policies to ensure compliance.
• Drive global initiatives to optimize inventory levels, reduce carrying costs, and improve inventory turns while maintaining high service levels. 
• Implement inventory optimization techniques such as safety stock optimization, SKU rationalization, and demand-driven replenishment strategies.
• Key contact related to ERP and inventory related functionality and system usage. 
• Support S&OP processes by providing input on global inventory levels and other inventory related information.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor global inventory performance (i.e. inventory turnover, stockouts, and inventory carrying costs).
• Generate global inventory reporting and develop dashboards to provide stakeholders with inventory  insights.
• Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to the team of inventory management professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Manage and develop existing SLAs on logistic services/3PL.
• Coordinate the annual physical inventory count and reconciliation of all stock locations

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and 5+ years’ experience in Supply Chain and Logistics and Procurement or related fields.
• Proven experience in inventory management or related roles with a strong understanding of inventory control principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and tools, as well as advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make sound decisions.nStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the company
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and precision, able to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Material requirements planning (MRP) / Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems experience - Infor experience is a plus

Our Offer:

• We have a unique corporate culture, driven by family tradition since 1892. We strive to create a work environment conducive to personal growth, satisfaction and achievement.
• You you will be part of an international company with European roots and our Global Sales Enablement Team
• A hands-on onboarding with an experienced team to get familiar with the business and domain-related processes
• Space for creating innovative solutions and ideas within a professional team practicing Agile methodologies
• Social benefits of a modern company, e.g. Homeoffice, mobile devices, flexible working hours, operating restaurants, meal discount, bridge day regulation etc.
• Possibility to participate in regular trainings (technical and personal development)
• A market compliant gross salary of EUR 60.000 p.a. based on a full-time employment, which can be adapted according to your qualifications and your job experience
• Start date: as soon as possible, full-time position
• Location: Vienna
• The benefits of working for the Kapsch Group

Kapsch is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We attach great importance to a balance in the diversity of our employees. Therefore we welcome all applications without regard to gender, age, religious beliefs/ideology, sexual orientation, ethnicity or national origin.

Your contact for this position: Tatiana Rezan-Sirotinskis, Talent Acquisition Partner Austria, T: +43 50 811 1906