Top 59 Inventory & operational forecasting manager Jobs in Columbus

Inventory & Operational Forecasting Manager
Vertiv —Westerville, OH
- 7 years
- Oracle
- Finance
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Logistics Manager
Pro Kleen Industrial Services —Lancaster, OH
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Restaurant General Manager
Chouette —Columbus, OH
- $105,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Facility Manager
FST Logistics, Inc. —West Jefferson, OH
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Bachelor's degree
Front Line - Distribution- Manager
Essilor and Subsidiaries —Groveport, OH
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Microsoft Office
- Finance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Procurement and Purchasing Manager
Gifthealth Inc —Columbus, OH
- $85,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Office
- 3 years
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Assistant Store Manager- Operations
DICK'S Sporting Goods —Grove City, OH
- $60,000 - $84,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
9d
General Manager
Ten Pin Alley —Hilliard, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
Director of Warehousing
FST Logistics, Inc. —West Jefferson, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- ERP systems
- 3 years
12d
Facility Manager
FST Logistics —West Jefferson, OH
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Bachelor's degree
Strategic Program & Sourcing Lead
Recruiting Heroes LLC —Columbus, OH
- From $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Organizational skills
- Contracts
- In-person
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Logistics Specialist , LCK Logistics
Amazon Data Services, Inc. —Dublin, OH
- $29 - $50 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Office
- Forklift
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Store Manager
Tractor Supply Company —London, OH
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- 11+ years
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
2d
Workplace Services Manager (HQ)
The Lisinski Law Firm —Dublin, OH
- $68,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- PMP
- 5 years
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Consultant, Account Management
Cardinal Health —Dublin, OH
- $67,500 - $96,300 a year
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- No degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
KITCHEN MANAGER
JT's Pizza & Pub —Grandview Heights, OH
- $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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General Manager
Dave's Hot Chicken —Columbus, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Sales
- ServSafe
- English
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12d
Senior Manager, FP&A
Orveon Global US LLC —Columbus, OH
- $117,500 - $156,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- CPA
- 5 years
- Opportunities for advancement
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Director of Warehousing
FST Logistics —West Jefferson, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- ERP systems
- 3 years
12d
Accounting Manager
AMETEK, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- $100,000 - $140,000 a year
- Oracle
- Management
- Bachelor of Science
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Inventory & Operational Forecasting Manager

Vertiv -
Westerville, OH

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Job Details

5 days ago

Qualifications

Inventory management software
Demand forecasting analysis
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Inventory & Operational Forecasting Manager is responsible for developing and translating operational and inventory data into forward-looking insights that support business performance. This role wills support analysis and reconciliation of forecasts across demand, supply, and inventory, connecting business strategy, execution, and financial outcomes.

This position plays a critical role in identifying drivers of performance, diagnosing root causes of variances, and delivering clear, data-driven recommendations to support decision-making. The role operates in a cross-functional environment and influences outcomes through analysis, insight, and collaboration.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Partner with plant and planning teams to support and improve operational and inventory forecasting processes
Analyze and reconcile forecast inputs across demand, supply, and execution to identify gaps, misalignment, and improvement opportunities
Evaluate forecast accuracy and performance, identifying root causes of variation and systemic drivers
Assess forecast assumptions, risks, and confidence levels, and clearly communicate implications to stakeholders

Data Analysis & Business Insight

Analyze large and complex datasets to evaluate operational and inventory performance
Identify root causes of inventory imbalances, service issues, and execution gaps
Reconcile inconsistencies across systems, plans, and data sources

Decision Support & Recommendations

Translate analysis into clear, actionable recommendations with defined risks and tradeoffs
Proactively identify and communicate performance risks, constraints, and improvement opportunities
Support leadership decision-making by connecting operational performance to financial outcomes

Inventory Performance Management

Monitor key inventory metrics, including days inventory on hand (DIO), excess and obsolete inventory, and supply-demand alignment
Explain drivers of inventory performance across sites, product segments, and planning assumptions
Support inventory optimization initiatives and track results of corrective actions

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with demand planning, supply planning, materials, procurement, operations, and finance teams
Facilitate alignment across functions by providing a consistent, fact-based view of performance
Support coordination and follow-through of planning and inventory-related initiatives

REQUIRED

7+ years of experience in forecasting, inventory management, supply chain analytics, or related disciplines
Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with large, complex datasets
Demonstrated ability to translate data into insights and actionable recommendations
Experience operating in fast-paced environments with evolving or incomplete information
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with ERP or planning systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Strong written and verbal communication skills

PREFERRED

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field
Experience in retail merchandise planning, demand forecasting, or inventory planning
Experience reconciling data across multiple systems (forecasting, financial planning, and operational systems)
Understanding of the relationship between sales, margin, supply chain, and inventory performance
Experience with reporting and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI or similar)

COMPETENCIES

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous and rapidly changing environments
Sound judgment and ability to make recommendations based on incomplete information
Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and data integrity
Ability to collaborate and influence across cross-functional teams

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role operates in a cross-functional, matrixed environment and requires collaboration across multiple business functions and levels of the organization.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS : Safety . Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture

• Customer Focus

• Operational Excellence

• Innovation

• Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

Own it
Act with urgency
Foster a customer-first mindset
Think big and execute
Lead by example
Drive continuous improvement
Learn and seek out development
Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [email protected] .

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