– Inventory Manager

Company: Garuda Aerospace

Location: Thalambur, Chennai

Experience: 5–10 Years

Industry: Aerospace / UAV / Drone / Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Mode: Work From Office

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Inventory Manager with 5–10 years of experience, preferably from the Aerospace, UAV, Drone, Defence, or Manufacturing industry , to manage inventory operations, warehouse activities, material movement, and stock accuracy across the organization.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in ERP-based inventory management, material planning, stock control, warehouse operations, and inventory reconciliation .

Key Responsibilities

- Manage end-to-end inventory and warehouse operations for raw materials, components, finished goods, and spares.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure 100% stock accuracy through regular physical verification and cycle counts.
- Monitor inward, outward, issue, transfer, and return of materials.
- Ensure proper GRN, material receipt, inspection, storage, and documentation processes.
- Track inventory levels and coordinate with Procurement, Production, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams for material requirements.
- Implement effective FIFO/FEFO and proper material storage practices , wherever applicable.
- Monitor slow-moving, non-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory and initiate corrective actions.
- Ensure proper batch/lot, serial number, and traceability records for critical aerospace/UAV components.
- Manage inventory transactions through ERP systems and ensure timely updating of stock records.
- Prepare and maintain inventory reports, stock statements, consumption reports, and reconciliation reports.
- Conduct periodic stock audits and inventory reconciliation and resolve discrepancies.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, preservation,



and identification of sensitive aerospace and electronic components.
- Develop and implement inventory control procedures to reduce stock variances, material wastage, and inventory carrying costs .
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards, safety requirements, and audit requirements.
- Lead and supervise warehouse/inventory personnel and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Required Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations, Engineering, or a related field .
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in inventory/warehouse management.
- Aerospace, UAV, Drone, Defence, Aviation, or precision manufacturing experience is highly preferred .
- Solid knowledge of ERP-based inventory management .
- Experience with stock reconciliation, cycle counting, material traceability, and inventory audits .
- Good understanding of warehouse processes and material handling.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and coordination skills.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and inventory reporting.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in

- Aerospace / UAV / Drone manufacturing
- Defence manufacturing
- Aviation components
- Electronic and mechanical components
- ERP-based inventory systems
- BOM-based material management
- Serial number and batch traceability
- Inventory planning and stock optimization

Key Competencies Inventory Control | Warehouse Management | ERP | Stock Reconciliation | Material Traceability | Supply Chain | Aerospace Components | Team Management | Audit & Compliance | MIS Reporting

What We Offer

- Opportunity to work with a fast-growing UAV and Aerospace technology company .
- Exposure to advanced drone manufacturing and aerospace operations.
- Collaborative and technology-driven work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.

📌 Inventory Manager (Chennai)
🏢 Garuda Aerospace
📍 Chennai