Inventory Coordinator

Direct Wines, Inc•Norwalk, CT

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

We're seeking a quick learner with the ability to master new systems, processes, and technologies in a fast-paced environment to join us as an Inventory Coordinator. This role will play a vital role in managing the accuracy, availability, and performance of our wine and gift inventory across three warehouse locations nationwide. In this role, you'll partner closely with the Manager of Supply Chain and Systems, third-party logistics providers, and cross-functional teams to ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time. You'll help drive inventory accuracy, monitor stock levels, analyze inventory trends, and proactively resolve issues that could impact customer experience or business performance. As a key member of the supply chain team, you'll contribute directly to business growth by improving inventory processes, reducing stock loss, supporting service level performance, and helping the organization meet critical availability and fulfillment goals. This opportunity is for someone who enjoys problem-solving, collaboration, and making a measurable impact on operational success.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Highly detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and process improvement.
Strong analytical and mathematical skills with the ability to interpret inventory and business data.
Excellent planning, organization, and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and prioritize effectively.
Experience with, or ability to quickly learn, data analysis, reporting, and forecasting.
Adaptable and responsive to changing business needs and priorities.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Nice To Haves

Higher education a plus
Experience working with WMS/ ERP/ Database tools, a plus
Supply Chain and/or Inventory experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Support daily production to ensure no order is left behind
Management of stock transactions (failed/volume/cost)
Support Daily production to identify shortages and solve issues to reduce impact to customer
Run Packaging and Premium daily report and process required orders to ensure no breaks in supply
Communicate daily prepacking/engraving tasks to inventory team
Report on Inventory health to minimize obsolescence
Identify expiring and old inventory SKUs via monthly process
Damage label inventory process
SKU turn and lifecycle monitoring
Old items clean up and destruction coordination
Identify current inventory issues by using reporting and analysis to drive change
Inventory forecasting & accuracy
Transaction analysis
Inventory Shrink
Month end process
Proactive analysis of inventory issues
Inventory reporting
Support and develop internal and external relationships
Communicate and monitor inventory processes with all warehouses
Coordinate inventory moves to and from third parties
Reporting to organization and upper management on month end stock levels and issues
Actively participate in internal and external meetings related to inventory