Inventory Manager

Job Description

The specific group is responsible for managing the end-to-end Supply Chain to set up, manufacture and distribute time sensitive media product to a very demanding retail and consumer market.

The Inventory Manager is responsible for managing production and procurement Supply Chain processes pertaining to the New Release Life Cycle of Physical Media product. This position is responsible for managing UMG US New Releases for UMG Labels.
• This position will be responsible for managing and improving the end-to-end New Release (NR) inventory processes for UMG.
• Management of short, medium, and long-term inventory planning, and milestone management metrics.

How you'll CREATE:

Leadership
• Provide Supply Chain Operations Process Management for Inventory of New Releases
• Will be responsible for managing and supporting designated New Release projects.
• Responsible for day-to-day management, guidance, and execution of New Release plans
• Part of the UMG Operations team managing the business transformation

New Release Planning & Inventory Management
• Manages the UMG New Release Label Schedules
• Ensures Release Plans are in place, workable and executed on time and complete.
• Work closely in collaborative manner with UMG Label Teams to ensure Release Plans are in place and will deliver the results required by the Label.
• Manages successful transition of NR products and process to Catalog Inventory Management
• Manages label & supplier critical path milestones for new release titles and procure finished goods and raw materials based on requirements.

Inventory Planning
• Analyze and manage inventory requirements for new release titles to ensure commercial goals are met for all Channels including D2C and retail.
• Meets weekly with label to review upcoming and current new release titles, plans & projected inventory.
• Analyze and action inventory requirements to secure supply for New Release and 4 weeks post release date demand.

Process Enhancement
• Assists the team with the development of processes, system enhancements, system developments (primarily SAP) and reports (e.g., Key Performance Indicators (KPI), statistical and trends reports)
• Part of core Release & Inventory team responsible for overall Project Management of New Releases in the Physical Supply Chain utilizing toolsets in SAP & SPW

Reporting & KPIs
• Produce and distribute reports to UMG labels for New Release KPI's & project status.

Bring your VIBE:

Experience
• 5 years of experience in Supply Chain New Release & Inventory Management.
• Demonstrated knowledge in a products environment working with New Releases/New Product Launches and Catalog Replenishment
• Working knowledge of Item and Bom Setup, Purchase Order Creation for finished goods and components across multiple platforms.
• Supply chain end to end knowledge of production, procurement, manufacturing, distribution, and customer service functions.

Leadership and Management Skills
• Proven ability to successfully manage new release projects and inventory.
• Effective at managing and delivering results.
• Have the confidence to manage release projects in a challenging and complex environment.
• Can manage transformational and continuous change

Analytical Skills
• Ability to analyze data and make educated conclusions to deliver results driven performance and innovation.
• Demonstrated skills and abilities to analyze inventory data and make reasonable recommendations.
• Working knowledge of Supply Chain analytical concepts

Communication Skills
• Proven interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Expresses written ideas, thoughts, or facts in a clear, concise, and organized manner.
• Embraces teamwork; shares ideas / methods to improve performance.
Other Required Skills
• Takes ownership and responsibility for work progress
• Is a highly detail oriented individual
• Takes independent action and works autonomously.
• Develops well thought out action plans
• Takes initiative and seeks increased responsibilities.

Key Attributes
• Positive mindset, attitude, and behavior
• End to end supply chain process orientation
• Analytical, data driven approach
• Embraces and drives change in alignment with an ever-changing business environment
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (MS, Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Visio)
• Strong Excel skills required

Perks Playlist:
• Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as:
• 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services
• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
• A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• 100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation
• Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
• 2-weeks paid Winter Break
• 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an E-Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah.

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Job Category:
Manufacturing, Logistics & Supply Chain

Salary Range:
$42,139 - $90,393

The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rbb03y-3-12-149-174-42 in your application.