Asset Control Manager

About the role

The Asset Control Manager develops the processes, procedures and documentation needed to track assets across the enterprise and sites, and leads the development, standardization, governance and continuous improvement of the asset tracking system. The role works with external and internal auditors so that processes meet finance and trade compliance requirements, and collaborates cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, Finance, Quality, Maintenance and IT.

Key responsibilities

• Own enterprise and site-level process documentation, procedures and work instructions, and ensure consistent standardization across functions and plants.
• Govern process changes for inventory tracking system implementations, enhancements and operational transformations.
• Support audit readiness, compliance and knowledge management initiatives.
• Develop and maintain asset control policies and procedures, and manage physical asset inventories and cycle count programs.
• Ensure asset tracking accuracy through ERP systems (SAP), RFID, barcode or other digital technologies, and investigate and resolve inventory and asset discrepancies.
• Oversee asset acquisition, transfer, maintenance and disposition, and support financial audits and fixed asset compliance.
• Establish KPIs for asset utilization, accuracy, losses and recovery, and lead continuous improvement to improve asset visibility and reduce waste.
• Manage program and stakeholder aspects of the asset tracking system, including workshops, process walkthroughs and validation sessions.
• Enforce governance and change control, and provide up-to-date documentation for internal and external audits.
• Capture lessons learned, best practices and training materials, and support continuous improvement linked to trade compliance and finance.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Engineering, Finance, Trade Compliance or a related field.
• Knowledge of inventory control, Lean Manufacturing and root cause analysis.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills.
• Experience in manufacturing, supply chain or shared services environments, and in multi-site or global organizations, is preferred.

Required skills

• SAP, ERP, WMS or asset management systems; ERP platforms such as Oracle or Dynamics are preferred.
• Experience with RFID or digital asset tracking is highly desirable.
• Program or project management certification (PMP, PgMP or equivalent) and Lean, Six Sigma or continuous improvement experience are preferred.

What we offer

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive, inclusive work environment and commitment to work-life balance.