The Inventory Strategy Manager role provides tactical operational and technical support to the Inventory Planning team. This role is responsible for all shared, cross-divisional planning tools and the delivery of files to business partners.
Requirements
- Be the subject matter expert on planning and merchandise systems; field questions from all RJ users (including the planning, merch, web, retail and manufacturing teams) and advise on functionality regularly
- Lead the creation of training materials and documentation
- Recommend effective processes and procedures to improve workflow, profitability, efficiency, and accuracy
- Facilitate OTB Planning for the Brand
- Be the primary liaison with Tech on the Rejuv OFT tool
- Collaborate with VP on internal deadlines for OFT submissions
- Recommend targeted action to keep brand in-line with budget
- Prepare Corporate OTB submission and create notes for VP of Inventory and Brand EVP
- Document, troubleshoot, and communicate system issues with tech partners
- Train new associates
- Train existing associates on new functionality
- Communicate any enhancements that tech deploys
- Setup seasonal mins and new stores in JustEnough
- Be liaison between Allocations and Tech or DCs when issues come up
- Reporting Support and Ad hoc Analysis for brand leadership, including EVP, Directors of Merchandising, and channels
- Be the backup for regular reporting needs
- Understand the data to help troubleshoot when questions arise
- Own planning, approval and implementation for price changes
- Own recapping results daily, weekly, monthly and during major promo events
- Quarterly Investment Reviews
- Manage the compilation of divisional reorders in JE and pass-off to Supply Chain Operations team
- Monitor on-order reporting to ensure new orders are placed as expected in terms of lead times and quantities
- Manage rollup of monthly “push, chase, cancel” file and communication of impact
Benefits
- Generous discount on all WSI brands
- 401(k) plan
- Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
- Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
- Tax-free commuter benefits
- Wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
- In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
- Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
- Resources for self-development
- Advisor (Mentor) program
- Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series
