Inventory Manager
On-siteBengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job Summary
Manage inventory for SDWAN/SDA Utility and BTCV 1.1 & 2.0 solutions by leading business cases, initiating purchase orders, and collaborating with Engineering, DSA, Procurement, and logistics partners like Progistix. Monitor stock levels, conduct cycle counts, reconcile records, and implement strategies to reduce excess inventory and optimize stock using Min/Max reporting. Analyze sales forecasts to predict demand, generate reports on turnover and carrying costs, and present findings to management. Work within structured processes to identify operational gaps and drive continuous improvement initiatives for cost-effective operations.
Required Qualifications
- Experience in inventory management, supply chain, or telecom operations
- Strong understanding of inventory planning, forecasting, and control processes
- Experience managing purchase orders, suppliers, and logistics coordination
- Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and inventory management tools
- Working knowledge of telecom/network equipment inventory (SDWAN/SDA preferred)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders across teams (Engineering, Sales, Procurement)
- Good understanding of financial processes (budgeting, cost optimization)
- Experience working in structured processes using job aids and workflow tools
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in telecom OSS/BSS or network inventory environments
- Familiarity with SDWAN/SDA technologies and infrastructure
- Experience working with logistics partners (e.g., Progistix)
- Knowledge of inventory lifecycle management (new, reusable, refurbished, decommissioned assets)
- Experience with reporting tools, dashboards, and data visualization
- Understanding of supply chain optimization techniques
- Exposure to Agile, ITIL, or process improvement frameworks
- Experience in cost optimization and inventory reduction strategies
- Certification in Supply Chain, Inventory Management, or related fields (nice to have)
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