Data Center Inventory Control Specialist 4

As a key leader in inventory control, this position oversees inventory accuracy, ensures compliance with organizational standards, and drives Global process improvements to support mission-critical operations. The ideal candidate brings a blend of strategic vision and hands-on expertise, collaborating across teams to maintain seamless inventory flow while mentoring and guiding junior staff.

 

Career Level - IC4

Qualifications:

Disclaimer:

Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US: Hiring Range in USD from: $79,100 to $158,200 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle’s differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
2. Short term disability and long term disability
3. Life insurance and AD&D
4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
9. 11 paid holidays
10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
11. Paid parental leave
12. Adoption assistance
13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan
14. Financial planning and group legal
15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

Responsibilities:

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Inventory Oversight: Lead and coordinate physical inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliations to ensure data accuracy. Investigate and resolve discrepancies, providing root-cause analysis and recommendations for improvement.
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement inventory control strategies to optimize stock levels, reduce waste, and align with data center operational needs.
• Process Development: Drive the creation and enforcement of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for inventory handling, storage, and tracking, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with procurement, logistics, and operations teams to ensure alignment between inventory levels, project requirements, and operational goals. Serve as a key point of contact for stakeholders and escalate critical issues as needed.
• 3PL and Vendor Management: Oversee relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs), ensuring adherence to service-level agreements (SLAs) and high standards of performance. Facilitate communication between internal teams and external vendors.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and guide junior inventory specialists, providing training, support, and regular feedback. Foster a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Technology Optimization: Manage and utilize inventory systems to track stock levels, streamline processes, and ensure data accuracy. Support bulk uploads, integrations, and reporting initiatives.
• Reporting and Analysis: Generate and analyze inventory reports, providing insights and recommendations to leadership. Monitor and communicate key metrics such as turnover rates, shrinkage, and inventory accuracy.

Must Have Skills/Qualifications:

• 8 years of experience Supporting Inventory Control, Logistics, or Warehouse Management
• Familiarity with IT hardware and components commonly used in data center environments.
• Proficiency in inventory management systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms. Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with barcoding and labeling systems are required.
• Experience managing third-party logistics providers or vendors.
• Physically able to perform material handling tasks (moving, storing, lifting etc.)
• Leadership Competencies
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor a team, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with strategic mindset.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to interface effectively with cross-functional teams and leaderships.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Self-motivator, able to identify and develop opportunities through to completion
• Flexible Team player, receptive to change with a “can do” attitude
• Analytical with an inquisitive nature
   
• Ability to prioritize workload across wide ranging activities
• Good proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Demonstrated experience of logistics, shipping, process and procedures in an international setting
• Experience with lean manufacturing methodologies such as 5S

Degree/Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business administration, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Certification in inventory or supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CPIM, or CSCP) is preferred, but not required. 

Salary : $79,100 - $158,200