Group Inventory Manager

Drivesmarterinventorydecisionsattheheartofourglobalsupplychain.

Join us in strengthening how we manage inventory across BDRThermea this role you will shape global inventoryoptimisation balancing servicecostand risk while contributing to strong supply chain performance.

Yourrole

As ourGroup Inventory Manager you will join the Group Supply Chain team and play a key role in improving how inventory is managed across our globalorganisation. This is a high-impact individual contributor position reporting to the Group Supply Chain Director and working closely with colleagues and stakeholders acrossPlanningLogisticsProcurement andCommercial teams.

You will align and strengthen inventory management practices across multiple markets and sites.Your scope goes beyond monitoring and control: you will help steer inventory performance at group level by bringing structuretransparencyand clear governance. You will work with stakeholders to navigate trade-offs between product availability working capital and risk and help theorganisationstay aligned on priorities.

You will also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives partnering with internal teams and external experts to strengthen ways of working and enable more data-informed planning and reporting.

This is ahybrid role based in Apeldoorn the Netherlands. You are invited towork on-site at least two days per week.We support your home office set-up and offer flexibility in how you balance on-site and remote work.

Yourkeytasks

• Define and implement the global inventory strategy policies and governance framework tooptimiseinventory levels while ensuring target service levels and business continuity.

• Take ownership of inventory performance at group level including target setting KPI definition (e.g.DIOH inventory turns service level and obsolescence) and performance tracking across regions and sites.

• Drive inventoryoptimisationinitiatives across the network including safety stock policies segmentation strategies multi-echelon inventoryoptimisationand parameter setting.

• Establish andstandardiseinventory management processes tools and best practices across sites and business units.

• Drive data accuracy and inventory visibility across systems (e.g.ERP we use SAP S/4HANA) ensuring reliable inputs for planning and decision-making.

• Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve inventory efficiency collaborating closely with planning procurementmanufacturingandlogisticsteams.

• Provide governance and constructivechallengeto regional and site supply chain teams on inventory targetsassumptionsand recovery plans.

• Contribute inventory projections and targets into the Sales & Operations Planning process ensuring alignment with demandsupplyand financial plans.

• Partner with Finance to align inventory targets with working capitalobjectivesand supportaccuratefinancial reporting and forecasting.

• Support network design industrialtransfersand new product introductions from an inventory perspective ensuringappropriate strategiesduring transitions and product lifecycle phases.

What you bring

• 10 years of experience in supply chain with a clear focus on inventory management and planning

• Proven experience managing inventory in a multi-site or global environment

• Deep understanding of end-to-end supply chain and key inventory drivers

• Experience with inventoryoptimisationmethodologies (e.g.safety stock segmentation multi-echelon make-to-forecast / make-to-order)

• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to contribute ideas and support continuous improvement

• Demonstrated experience working cross-functionally with Finance Operations and Commercial teams

• A structured data-focused approach to analysis and problem-solving

• Solid financial acumen including working capital cashflowand cost of inventory

• Comfortable operating in a transitional environment where processes and structures are evolving

• Experience with digital supply chain tools and datavisualisation(e.g.Power BI AI tools) as well as ERP systems such as SAP S/4HANA

• Project and change management experience with the ability to support and driveorganisationaltransformation initiatives

• A Bachelors orMasters degree in Supply Chain Management Operations Engineering or Business Administration

What we offer

• A permanent contract.

• Nexttoasolidmonetarycompensationreceivea strong pension package.

• Benefitfromahealthywork-lifebalancewith36holidaydaysperyearbasedon afull-timecontract. 30 of these areforyourownchoosing 6 are officeclosuredays.

• Take advantage offlexiblehome-workingpoliciesanda home-office budget.

• Enjoydiscounts onourproductsandinsurances.

• The opportunity to make a real impactina globalorganisationadvancing the energy transition.

About the company

At BDRThermeaGroup we bring the energy transition closer every day. Serving customers in more than 100 countries with a diverse team of 7000 we are united by a shared mission to create a sustainable future through smart indoor climate solutions. We champion innovation customer focus and a cohesiveteamculture.

BDRThermeaGroup is a proud equal opportunity employer valuingdiversityand inclusivity. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to join us inshapinga more sustainable innovative future for everyone.

Whatsit like to work at BDRThermeaGroup

At BDRThermeaGroup wedontjust talk about making a difference - we live it every day. As a team memberyoullbe part of a company leading the way in the global energy transition shaping the future of sustainable heating and hot water systems.

Work alongside passionate colleagues who share our core values: One Team Sustainable Future and Customer Focus. We support your growth development and well-being in a purpose-driven environment that encourages creativity innovation and collaboration. Join us on our journey toward a sustainable future.

At BDR Thermea Group we believe that diversity equity and inclusion (DE&I) are critical to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where every potential future employee feels valued respected and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. Please check out our DE&I policy on our website to find out more.

Required Experience:

Manager

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1