Director - Inventory Analytics

As a Director - Inventory Analytics within the Global Supply Chain organization, you will play a pivotal role in managing and optimizing inventory and working capital. This critical focus area aims to improve cash and product flow while optimizing service levels. You will analyze various aspects of supply chain performance, evaluate opportunities for improvement, and recommend changes to inventory policies and processes across all regions and brands. Accountabilities Analyze, report on, and evaluate performance on all aspects of AZ Inventory. Compare Inventory Actuals and Forecasts to phased budgets and long-range plans for statutory and reporting purposes. Collaborate with the Analytics team to improve systems and processes for reporting and leading inventory. Develop and improve Inventory Planning and Forecasting processes, Inventory Modeling, and scenario evaluation. Handle the budgeting process and calendar for Inventory. Support the business through KPI tracking and analytics, exploring root causes of variances. Collaborate with Demand and Supply planners to understand the impact of demand and supply variability on inventory and explore opportunities for improvement. Train and develop the Inventory Planning Community (primarily NSPs, MCAMs, GBPs). Lead teamwork efforts between the Planning community and Finance Teams. Work closely with Finance and GFS to drive improvements in monthly processes, FT reporting tools, and issue tracking. Stay updated on the latest trends in Inventory Analysis externally and bring in standard processes. Lead Inventory Tier processes, challenge sites and brands deviating from budget, and ensure solutions are in place to return to and improve upon the budget. Report to and advise Leadership Teams, influencing decision-making. Essential Skills/Experience A Master's Degree in Statistics / Engineering (MIS, Computer Science), or a bachelor's degree with relevant work experience Significant experience in a Supply Chain Environment (Manufacturing, Planning, Supply Chain Management) Excellent inventory leadership skills Understanding of Forecasting metrics and their impact on Inventory Understanding of inventory modeling techniques including Multi Echelon Inventory Optimization Deep understanding of Safety Stock Planning, Cycle Stock Planning, Lead Time impact on Inventory levels Leading and Influencing Skills.

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