INVENTORY MANAGER

About the Role

This is a part-time, in-store Assistant Manager position that reports directly to the Store Manager. The primary responsibility is to manage and control 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.)
• Ensure 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
• 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 (inventory, sales, or back office)

Skills

• Excellent computer skills
• Ability to make sound decisions
• Knowledge of retail computer systems, Word, and Excel (a plus)
• Excellent communication skills
• Exceptional organizational ability and high attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task
• 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
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to climb a ladder
• Able to bend and twist at the waist
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store