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TARGETTI USA · 1 month ago

Inventory Specialist / Manager

Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$60K/yr - $80K/yr

5+ years exp

Targetti USA is a leading provider of high-quality architectural lighting solutions, committed to design and service excellence. The Inventory Manager will ensure efficient material movement across the supply chain, focusing on inventory planning, supplier management, and production support.

ArchitectureFurnitureProduct Design

No H1B

Responsibilities

Maintain Optimal Stock Levels: Ensure adequate inventory of lighting components (LED chips, drivers, housings, lenses) to prevent shortages or excess

Establish Inventory Policies: Define reorder points, safety stock levels, and inventory control procedures to support production schedules

Utilize ERP/MRP Systems: Plan and monitor material requirements using systems like SAP to align with manufacturing demands

Cycle Counting Management: Implement and oversee weekly, monthly, and quarterly cycle counting processes to maintain inventory

Data Review & Reporting: Validate completed cycle counts, update SAP entries, and conduct material costing reviews for accurate financial reporting

Collaborate with Purchasing Team: Coordinate sourcing of essential lighting components

Secure competitive pricing, favorable contract terms, and reliable lead times to support production schedules

Assess supplier performance, qualify new vendors, and build strong relationships for consistent quality and delivery

Oversee creation, tracking, and follow-up of purchase orders to ensure timely material availability

Reduce material, transportation, and storage expenses through strategic sourcing and process improvements

Contribute to cost-saving strategies and assist in meeting financial targets

Coordinate with Operations: Work closely with production scheduling and operations teams to align material supply with manufacturing plans

Confirm that all required lighting components are available for every production line to meet schedules

Quickly resolve shortages, delays, or discrepancies to prevent production downtime

Ensure receiving, storage, and material handling processes maintain smooth material flow

Ensure precise stock documentation, conduct cycle counts, and verify inventory integrity for planning accuracy

Maintain accurate ERP/MRP data: BOMs, lead times, min/max levels

Analyze material performance KPIs (inventory turns, supplier OTIF, etc.)

Improve processes through lean or continuous improvement methods

Perform additional tasks as needed to support purchasing, logistics, and production workflows

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementERP/MRP SystemsInventory OptimizationData AnalysisNegotiation SkillsLeadership SkillsSupplier ManagementProcurement ExperienceProduction PlanningContinuous ImprovementCycle CountingBOM ManagementMaterial HandlingCommunication Skills