Job Summary
The Inventory Strategy Manager will lead the development of data-driven inventory policies and performance metrics. This role will report to the Chief Financial Officer - United Rotorcraft and serve as a strategic partner to Operations, focusing on inventory levels, turnover, and working capital efficiency. This position is expected to be highly analytical, experienced with ERP data, and capable of turning insight into actionable policy.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:
- Analyze historical demand, lead times, and fulfillment performance to recommend optimal inventory levels by part category or program.
- Develop and implement inventory KPIs (e.g., turns, aged stock, excess/obsolete) and dashboards to support leadership visibility
- Design and refine inventory stocking policies (e.g., min/max, reorder points, safety stock) to align with cost, service level, and operational constraints
- Support the CFO in analyzing inventory trends and working capital drivers as part of financial planning and forecast cycles
- Leverage ERP data (Visual ERP or similar) to build models and dashboards for internal decision-making
- Additional duties as assigned.
Additional Job Requirements
- Regular scheduled attendance
- Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling – 10
Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibilities
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) from four-year college or university; and 5 or more years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent of education and experience.
- 3+ years materials/inventory experience
- 3+ years in Aerospace/Aviation experience preferred
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Skills
- Excellent organizational skills, with high attention to detail
- Elevated sense of urgency and project management skills with the ability to drive results in a matrix environment and in ambiguous situations
- Demonstrated proficiency as a creative and practical problem solver; attacks complex challenges, uses available information to appropriately assess risk and urgency
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization with diplomacy and tact, while maintaining appropriate assertiveness and persistence
- Ability to multi-task and make conscientious business decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Dependable and self-motivated, creative, and energetic with demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit
Computer Skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook with particularly developed skills in Excel
- Previous experience with Ramco Aviation Software a plus
- Experience in PowerBI, Tableau or similar big data platforms a plus
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- Project Management or Lean Six Sigma Certificate preferred
Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.
Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.