VP Of Inventory Management

Who You Are:

We're seeking a proactive, detail-oriented leader to architect, develop, and manage our asset and inventory tracking systems from the ground up. You'll take ownership of configuring, implementing, and maintaining a system that provides real-time visibility into inventory, part usage, and work performed. This role is key to improving operational efficiency, reducing idle inventory, and supporting data-driven decision-making. You'll drive system adoption across teams, ensuring it remains practical, accurate, and aligned with evolving campus needs.

What You'll Do:

• Evaluate our current inventory management system and recommend improvements or lead implementation of a new solution.
• Customize the system for our operations, including asset hierarchies, work order flows, inventory controls, and user permissions.
• Ensure real-time tracking of inventory-covering shipments, storage, and deployment.
• Develop inventory strategies for critical SKUs, long-lead-time items, and high-turn consumables.
• Standardize labeling, classification, and location tracking to ensure company-wide inventory accuracy.
• Automate regular reporting on stock levels, usage rates, discrepancies, and work history.
• Maintain clean, efficient workflows that prioritize accurate tracking over unnecessary complexity.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and procurement teams to align system functionality with real-world needs.
• Continuously improve the system based on feedback and operational changes.
• Conduct audits and health checks to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
• Own the spare parts and reordering process to prevent downtime and inventory gaps.
• Create and maintain SOPs, quick reference guides, and onboarding documentation.
• Lead the system rollout and drive cross-departmental adoption.
• Train team members on effective usage, tailoring training to different roles.
• Build and lead a high-performing team of inventory managers.
• Facilitate communication with internal IT and procurement teams to ensure system works with internal systems.

What We're Looking For:

• 5+ years of experience implementing and managing ERP or inventory management systems.

• Experience with the following platforms:

• DCIM: Sunbird, Nltye, or Schneider Electrical EcoStruxure IT Advisor

• CMDB: ServiceNow

• RFID and tracking: RF Code or ZutaCore Smart Tags

• Cable/Fiber management: FNT Command or Patch Manager

• ERP: Oracle NetSuite, SAP S/4HANA, Coupa, etc.

• Strong process design skills with an emphasis on usability for field operators and technicians.

• Confident trainer and communicator who simplifies tools for practical use.

• Highly organized, detail-driven, and pragmatic.

• Technically proficient and comfortable managing digital tools.

• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Analytical mindset with the ability to turn inventory data into actionable insights.

• Experience supporting fast-paced operations, especially during site builds or scale-ups.

• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

• Background in data centers, industrial operations, or manufacturing.

• Familiarity with barcode or RFID-based inventory systems.

• Understanding of procurement and maintenance workflows.

• Experience with mobile-friendly enterprise asset management platforms.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
• Company Paid Holidays (11)
• 3% 401(k) company contribution
• Generous paid Parental Leave
• Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace
• Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
• Free daily snacks and weekly meal in-office
• Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues