Nemera
Inventory Strategy & Warehouse Optimization Consultant (1099 Independent Contractor)
Buffalo Grove, Illinois, United States · Contract
Work authorization required$57k-$77kDetected 61 days ago
Data AnalysisAccessibilityExcelSAPSupply ChainProcess ImprovementProcurementERPInventory ManagementCustomer SupportLeadershipCollaborationProblem Solving
About the role
- The ideal candidate brings a strong combination of analytical capability and operational experience and has successfully implemented measurable inventory and warehouse improvements in manufacturing or distribution environments.
- This is a highly execution-oriented engagement.
- This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position.
Responsibilities
- The candidate will be responsible for their own taxes and will receive a Form 1099 instead of a W-2
- Develop recommendations for target inventory levels, stocking policies, and inventory optimization opportunities
- Support improvement of inventory governance, reporting, and operational accountability processes
- Partner with Supply Chain, Warehouse, Production, Procurement, Finance, Quality, and Customer Service teams
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, supply chain optimization, or manufacturing operations
- Strong experience working within SAP or similar ERP systems
- Experience evaluating warehouse operations and material flow processes
- Experience working within manufacturing and/or distribution environments
- Ability to work collaboratively with operational teams and leadership
- This company is required by federal law to hire only persons who can establish they are eligible to work in the United States.
Nice to have
- SAP WM, EWM, MM, or PP experience
- Experience with inventory optimization and warehouse transformation initiatives
- Lean, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement experience
- Experience implementing inventory control or warehouse process improvements
- Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities
- Success Measures
- Success in this engagement will be measured by:
- Identification of actionable inventory reduction opportunities
Compensation
- $57k-$77k
Benefits
- Assess inventory segmentation, stocking strategies, and inventory health
- Review current SAP inventory and planning parameters including safety stock, reorder points, lead times, lot sizes, storage locations, and material master data accuracy
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