INVENTORY CONTROL MANAGER

Dollar General•City of Amsterdam, NY

2d•$85,000 - $110,000

About The Position

The Inventory Control Manager manages and administers the distribution center’s overall inventory control, inventory flow, and inventory accuracy processes. The role analyzes and publishes inventory reports and measures and monitors the cycle counting program. It also oversees import-related processes, including expense monitoring, customs and SOP compliance, transfer variance resolution, merchandise destruction, trailer capacity, container unloading, and timely delivery of imported items to distribution centers.

Requirements

Two years’ experience in inventory control systems.
Ability to physically move throughout the distribution center to monitor the flow of merchandise.

Nice To Haves

Thorough knowledge of distribution center operations.
Thorough knowledge of customs regulations.

Responsibilities

Maintain or exceed inventory accuracy goals.
Publish reports, analyze data, track performance by area, identify problems and root causes, communicate results, and recommend appropriate actions.
Coordinate all functions of statistical-based cycle counting and estimated statistical sampling.
Maintain system data integrity.
Ensure date-sensitive products are checked for expiration, quantities are correct, and exceptions are handled to support timely movement of goods.
Set up and/or change SKUs in strategic pick locations.
Ensure cycle counts are scheduled and completed on time, accurately, and in compliance with standard operating procedures.
Perform process or system testing as required to ensure accurate adjustments and program measurement.
Lead Mid-Year and Year End Inventory reconciliation processes.
Monitor and maintain proper documentation for Return to Vendor product.
Develop budgets and monitor expenses related to imports.
Analyze data to determine trends and staffing requirements.
Monitor processes for customs and SOP compliance.
Monitor the transfer process and ensure variances are resolved.
Ensure vendor non-compliance issues are reported to the Import Group with supporting documentation.
Ensure merchandise destruction is secured and inventoried for accuracy and customs compliance.
Monitor and maintain an adequate trailer pool.
Ensure containers are unloaded promptly to eliminate detention charges.
Ensure timely delivery of imported items to all distribution centers.
Move throughout the distribution center to monitor merchandise flow.