Inventory Manager- Specialized Retail

ABOUT SPECIALIZED

Innovation has guided our every decision since 1974. As more riders of all ages get on the roads, trails, and streets than ever before, we’re here to do the best work of our lives to push the greatest human powered machine into the future each and every day. We’re a team of barrier-breakers, disrupters, and problem solvers. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where every teammate can succeed as we inspire riders everywhere. Reach out – we’re here to help you build your career at Specialized.

In Company Owned Retail, we strive to be a transformative, inclusive, authentic, rider focused, and collaborative team that creates the best bikes and delivers world class rider care attention. Simply said, we provide quality in our products and to our riders at every interaction and are looking for a teammate to be a part of this growing team. Reach out – we’re here to help you build your career at Specialized.

 

JOB SUMMARY 

 

The Inventory Manager oversees a team of Inventory Planners as part of the organizations Merchandising team. Leading the replenishment strategies for bicycle retail stores across the United States, the Inventory Manager is responsible for driving inventory performance KPIs and contributing to store profitability goals. The role works directly with Market Managers, store staff, and the rest of the Merchandising Team, building strong relationships with cross-functional teams, collecting feedback, and delivering updates.

  

This is a Remote position.

 

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE 

• Build and direct a team of Inventory Planners across the chain optimizing inventory performance and profitability.
• Team leadership and employee development including goal setting, reviews, and benchmarking of Inventory Planners performance
• Lead the onboarding, training, and mentoring of staff in the department
• Manage in-season initiatives such as Open-to-Buy and Finance forecast alignment
• Drive KPI’s that support the Chain and Inventory Planners inventory performance goals i.e. Rider Availability (in-stock levels)
• Coordinate cross-functional inventory management activities for new product induction, end of lifecycle management and assortment planning
• Create Oracle/B2B/POS purchase orders, manage back-orders.
• Develop a rhythmic feedback cycle with cross-functional teams to improve and refine the assortment plan and replenishment levels
• Develop strong partnerships with suppliers and internal teams
• Coordinate and communicate new product launches with all departments and store teams to ensure successful introductions
• Develop exit strategies for non-productive inventory to maximize GMROI
• Compile, review and interpret inventory and sales data to identify product and category opportunities to grow store and market revenue
• Create inventory strategies and implement assortment plans for new store launches and newly acquired stores
• Other duties as assigned

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO WIN 

• Demonstrated effective leadership skills with 3+ years of leading and developing teams
• Ability to lead teams to produce results in a fast paced, growth environment
• Obsessive attention to detail and an internal drive for accuracy
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, time-management, and prioritization skills
• Self-motivated and highly flexible with the ability to work creatively, under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong business insight and curiosity about the cycling industry and our brand
• 3+ years in similar field of work at multi-location retail
• Advanced level of knowledge using excel and software to manage data and inventory orders
• Lightspeed POS and Oracle ERP experience preferred

 

Here at Specialized we believe that bikes have the power to change lives. Our culture is one of passion, striving to break barriers and have a positive impact on the world. 

We want to increase representation of all races, genders, and body types in the cycling industry and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where all people thrive. We encourage everyone – especially those from marginalized groups – to apply to our job postings and help us earn the position as the rider’s brand of choice. We are always looking for creative, innovative, and passionate people who are eager to contribute to our mission of pedaling the planet forward. Regardless of your qualifications, if you are ready to make a difference, please apply and let us know how you can make an impact at Specialized! 

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