Regional Inventory Manager

Regional Inventory Manager SunCoke Energy United States, Indiana, East Chicago 3210 Watling Street (Show on map) May 11, 2026 Description Inventory Planning & Control Develop and maintain inventory strategies to support equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and project demands. Determine proper min/max levels, safety stock, reorder points, lead times, and critical spares. Conduct ongoing ABC analysis, cycle counting, and root-cause analysis for inventory discrepancies. Identify obsolete, excess, and slow-moving inventory and execute rationalization plans. Maintenance Support Coordinate closely with maintenance planners, reliability engineers, and operations to forecast demand for spare parts. Ensure critical spares lists are accurate and tied to assets. Support shutdown/turnaround planning with advanced materials kitting and readiness. Procurement & Vendor Engagement Work with purchasing to source cost-effective parts while maintaining quality and reliability. Establish vendor-managed inventory programs (VMI), consignment stock, or long-term supply agreements when beneficial. Warehouse & Materials Management Ensure the storeroom is organized, secure, and optimized for efficient picking, staging, and transactions. Oversee receiving, labeling, inspection, and proper storage of all materials. Implement and enforce standardized procedures for issuing parts, returns, and warranty tracking. Systems & Data Integrity Maintain accurate data in the

CMMS/ERP

system, including part descriptions, BOMs, locations, and stock levels. Use KPIs to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement. Leadership & Continuous Improvement Develop and enforce storeroom procedures, safety practices, and inventory control policies. Train and supervise storeroom personnel. Lead initiatives to reduce downtime, improve inventory turns, and reduce carrying costs. Education Requirements/Work Experience Bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, business, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). 3-7 years of experience in MRO inventory management, maintenance planning, or industrial warehousing. Strong knowledge of

CMMS/ERP

systems (SAP, Maximo, Oracle, Infor, etc.). Understanding of maintenance practices, reliability principles, and industrial equipment. Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, utilities, or heavy industry. Certification such as CPM, CPIM, CSCP, or CMRP. Familiarity with lean practices, Kanban, 5S, and reliability-centered maintenance. Experience implementing VMI, kitting, or storeroom optimization initiatives Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.