Building Excellence in Inventory Management with Data-Driven Approach

Inventory management isn’t just about stock levels – it’s about data, integration, and enabling operational excellence. In this episode of the Thought Leadership Series, host Rohan Salvi sits down with Christopher Henry, Director of Inventory Transformation & Excellence at Smurfit WestRock, to explore what it truly takes to modernize inventory management in today’s data-driven industrial landscape.

From harmonizing inventory data to enabling cross-functional collaboration and leveraging AI for smarter maintenance planning, this episode offers practical strategies and proven insights. Tune in to hear how leading organizations are transforming inventory from a hidden liability into a source of competitive advantage.

Key Take Away :

• Learn how harmonized, high-quality inventory data supports cost savings, ESG goals, and supply chain reliability.
• See real-world examples of inventory transformation across large-scale operations.
• Understand the role of cross-functional alignment between inventory, procurement, and maintenance teams.
• Discover how KPIs like service level, availability, and excess stock help measure success.
• Explore where AI, automation, and agentic solutions can make the biggest impact in inventory and master data governance.
• Hear how Christopher Henry led successful SAP S/4HANA and data transformation initiatives in global enterprises.
• Walk away with actionable ideas to future-proof your inventory strategy and boost operational excellence.

Who Should Listen:

• Chief Supply Chain Officers (CSCOs)
• Directors of Inventory Management & Operations
• Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO) Leaders
• Chief Data Officers (CDOs) & Master Data Managers
• ERP Program Managers & SAP Transformation Leads
• Plant Managers & Manufacturing Excellence Leads
• Asset Management Professionals

  Anyone exploring AI for inventory, reliability, and data optimization