Retail Inventory Auditor

About the role

The Retail Inventory Auditor supports the Supervisor Retail Inventory Control in managing and controlling corporate inventory assets. This role involves conducting semi-annual full audits and counts of assigned facilities, assisting with store and regional teams to drive best practices in inventory management, and identifying and resolving inventory discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct semi-annual full audits and counts of assigned facilities.
• Absorb and relocate market stores and onboard new acquisitions.
• Collaborate with location managers to resolve inventory discrepancies and promote best practices in inventory management.
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams, including accounting, marketing, purchasing, and showrooms.
• Prepare and distribute weekly and monthly inventory status reports by location and other relevant categories.
• Consolidate and submit audit results from assigned locations to the Supervisor after each audit.
• Review showrooms shrink/costs monthly and provide reports to the Supervisor as needed.
• Avoid inventory shrink and optimize working capital by investigating and resolving inventory issues promptly.
• Maintain proficiency in all computerized inventory systems and related processes.
• Frequent traveling to assigned locations to conduct inventory counts and audits by way of car and/or plane.
• Identify and report failures in inventory management execution to appropriate management.
• Ensure the integrity of all inventory adjustments in the Storis operating system.
• Provide comprehensive inventory audit reports after each audit and review findings with local management to improve practices and reduce shrink.
• Perform root cause analysis on shrink issues; ensure location management develops and submits corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with Supervisors to review and approve corrective action plans before reporting results to the Director.
• Report any observed security risks at assigned locations through the audit report process.
• Complete full reconciliation of all inventories shrink in assigned locations.
• Lead and guide location managers in maintaining inventory integrity by identifying process breakdowns and raising awareness.
• Ensure all locations are audit-ready using pre-inventory checklists and scheduled inventory calls leading up to and during audits.
• Demonstrate the Company's Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 1-2 years’ experience working in inventory or a related area of operations
• Experience in using RF scan equipment
• 1–2 years of experience in inventory management or a related field
• Strong ability to administer and manage assigned programs effectively
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and standards
• Excellent organizational skills to maintain accurate records and reports
• Analytical skills to interpret information, draw valid conclusions, and recommend solutions
• Strong writing skills to prepare reports, proposals, and analyses on complex issues
• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and make sound decisions under pressure
• Commitment to maintaining up-to-date knowledge and skills for the role
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong relationship-building skills with employees and management at all levels
• Strong computer skills using Excel spreadsheet
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Work independently as well as in a team environment
• Document management system
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Maintain confidentiality
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously within established time constraints
• Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite, internet
• Perform under strong demands in a fast-paced environment
• Work professionally with customers and co-workers to efficiently serve our customers, treating both with enthusiasm and respect
• Display empathy, understanding and patience with employees and external customers
• Respond professionally in situations with difficult employee/vendor/customer issues or inquiries

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off; increases with years of service
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific)
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Pay

$45,000 - $48,000

Schedule

Not specified