INVENTORY MANAGER

About the Role

This is a full-time, in-store Assistant Manager position that reports directly to the Store Manager. The Inventory Manager is responsible for managing and controlling all elements of the store inventory.

Responsibilities

• Receive all product into the store inventory, including completing receiving processes for shipments from Ace and all DSD vendors.
• Oversee, validate, and complete all inter-store transfers (inbound and outbound).
• Process all credits (Policy A/B/C) and items invoiced but not received.
• Validate all .com orders within 1 hour of receipt.
• Directly responsible for the store’s shrink (along with the Store Manager).
• Ensure data accuracy within the store system (quantity-on-hand, dollar accuracy, negative inventory, etc.).
• Maintain adequate inventory levels to minimize outages, including shooting outs weekly and managing overstock/backroom inventory.
• Manage the Computer Suggested Order process.
• Complete ACE Monthly Ad merchandise purchases.
• Process daily/weekly price changes and print/hang shelf labels.
• Update discontinued tags, identify replacement SKUs, and replace tags accordingly.
• Train store staff on inventory management best practices.
• Learn and monitor inventory management reports.
• Implement and maintain location codes.
• Monitor shrinkage and recommend ways to reduce theft and breakage in the store.
• Identify obsolete inventory and determine how to best remove it.
• Complete all cycle counts.
• Complete all Hardware Reports/Statements as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• General understanding of inventory principles and experience with retail programs.
• Understanding of the flow of merchandise in a retail environment.
• Experience in a retail environment, either in inventory, sales, or back office.

Skills

• Excellent computer skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions.
• Knowledge of retail computer systems, Microsoft Word, and Excel (a plus).
• Excellent communication skills, exceptional organizational ability, high attention to detail, and ability to multi-task.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Able to operate a personal computer and other electronic devices.
• Able to operate a forklift as needed.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Able to climb a ladder.
• Able to bend and twist at the waist.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store.

Job responsibilities may change based on the needs of the business.