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Oracle · 1 month ago

Senior Manager, Data Center Inventory

Chicago, IL, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Oracle is seeking a strategic and influential Senior Manager to lead inventory operations across a defined section of the Americas region for data center infrastructure. This role involves overseeing multiple builds and live sites, ensuring compliance with standards and best practices while guiding a team of managers and specialists.

Data GovernanceData ManagementEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologySaaSSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Oversee inventory control operations across multiple builds and live data center sites within the assigned Americas sub-region. Ensure DCICM standards and controls are implemented consistently and sustained through operational handoff

Lead and develop managers (M2s), senior specialists, and IC staff within the sub-region. Drive performance management, enable career growth, and foster a high-performance culture

Act as the senior escalation point for systemic or high-impact issues affecting inventory accuracy, material flow, or 3PL execution within the sub-region. Anticipate risks, establish mitigation plans, and drive resolution

Govern third-party logistics providers supporting inbound receiving, warehousing, and outbound deliveries across the sub-region. Define and manage SLAs, monitor KPIs, and ensure consistent service levels

Ensure adherence to corporate audit requirements, internal controls, and compliance standards across all sub-regional sites. Lead root cause investigations and enforce corrective actions

Collaborate with sourcing, logistics, construction, finance, and operations leadership in the sub-region to align material readiness with program schedules and operational needs

Direct and refine material flow strategies across the sub-region to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and resiliency against disruption

Maintain ERP accuracy (Oracle or equivalent) and drive sub-regional KPI reporting on inventory accuracy, throughput, shrinkage, and vendor performance. Leverage data for decision-making and process improvements

Enforce global SOPs and ensure consistent execution across all sites in the sub-region. Partner with peers in other regions to share best practices and drive continuous improvement

Ensure sub-regional practices are in sync with global DCICM strategy, while providing feedback and local insight to inform global policy and process evolution

Qualification

Inventory managementERP expertise3PL managementLeadershipData visualizationLean methodologiesProfessional certificationsStakeholder managementCommunication skills

Required

12+ years of experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, or logistics, including 5+ years in leadership roles with multi-site accountability

Experience leading inventory operations in infrastructure build projects and through transition into steady-state

Strong ERP expertise (Oracle, SAP, or equivalent) with proven ability to manage system integrity and reporting

Track record of managing 3PL providers at a strategic, performance-driven level

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills