Global Inventory Manager (m/f/d)

In this role you will optimize Walter's global inventory to support service targets and working capital goals. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners across Supply Chain, Operations, Sales, Product Management and Finance to monitor inventories, drive KPIs, and implement inventory control programs. The position combines strategic planning with hands-on analysis and change initiatives to improve inventory health and balance. This is a global, results-driven opportunity in a multinational environment with opportunities to influence financial outcomes and cross-border processes.

• Flexible working hours
• Mobile working
• Health measures
• Company pension schemes
• Professional development opportunities

• Oversee global inventory levels and align with Global planning to meet service targets and NWC goals
• Establish and monitor inventory KPIs (Inventory Health, Days in Inventory, Obsolete/Slow-Moving) and improve visibility
• Ensure global quantities align with globalization strategy
• Analyze inventory levels and coordinate with planning, finance, production and sales
• Set performance targets and implement Inventory Control Programs across inventories
• Identify and drive change projects for efficient global inventory control
• Serve as global point of contact for inventory and networking capital (NWC) matters

• 5+ years of planning experience (production, purchasing, logistics as an advantage)
• Strong process and project management skills
• Structured, analytical thinking and adaptability
• High independence, responsibility, and team communication
• Business-minded with ability to understand commercial context and impact financial results
• Very good SAP and MS Office skills
• Excellent German and English (written and spoken)
• Experience working in international teams and willingness to travel

• Analytical mindset
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Proactive communication
• SAP
• MS Office
• Inventory management