Point Blank Enterprises, Inc. · 4 hours ago
Inventory Manager FT
Modesto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expPoint Blank Enterprises, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Manager to oversee company-wide inventory strategy, accuracy, and performance across all product categories. This role involves leading and supporting Planner/Buyers and ensuring disciplined planning, purchasing execution, and inventory optimization aligned with sales forecasts and business goals.
AerospaceManufacturing
Responsibilities
Own inventory strategy, policies, and best practices across all categories
Establish inventory targets, KPIs, and controls to support service levels and working capital goals
Monitor inventory health including turns, aging, excess, and obsolescence
Lead inventory risk assessment and mitigation planning
Directly manage and mentor Planner/Buyers across categories (Bottoms, Tops/Outerwear, Hardlines)
Review and approve buy plans, forecasts, and purchasing strategies
Ensure Planner/Buyers execute against timelines, budgets, and inventory targets
Provide coaching, performance feedback, and development planning
Oversee demand planning and purchasing execution across categories
Review purchase order strategy, production timelines, and vendor performance
Ensure alignment between sales forecasts, inventory investment, and capacity
Escalate and resolve inventory or supply risks in partnership with leadership
Partner with Sales, Product Development, Sourcing, Logistics, and Finance to align demand and supply
Participate in S&OP or demand review meetings
Communicate inventory risks, opportunities, and recommendations to leadership
Support new product launches and seasonal transitions
Own inventory reporting and analysis across categories
Review and validate Planner/Buyer reporting and assumptions
Provide clear, actionable insights to leadership on inventory performance
Drive continuous improvement through data-driven decision making
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for planning and purchasing
Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, inventory visibility, and execution
Support ERP/WMS enhancements and system discipline
Ensure audit-ready documentation and process compliance
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in inventory management, planning, or supply chain roles
2+ years of experience leading planners, buyers, or similar roles
Strong understanding of inventory planning, forecasting, and purchasing processes
Experience managing multi-category or high-SKU environments
Advance proficiency with ERP systems and Excel
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Experience in apparel, footwear, or hardlines industries
Experience working with overseas vendors and sourcing partners
Experience supporting seasonal planning and long lead-time products
Familiarity with S&OP processes
Company
Point Blank Enterprises, Inc.
Point Blank Enterprises, Inc.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2015-05-20Acquired
Leadership Team
Ivan Habibe
Chief Financial Officer
Viviana Salazar
HR Business Partner
Recent News
2025-10-22
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