Hudson Inventory Management Specialist

Avolta•Richmond, VA

7d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Management Specialist at Richmond International Airport executes inventory control procedures across retail operations within an assigned location or airport. The role ensures accurate stock tracking, proper inventory handling, and efficient supply chain support. It supports sales objectives while minimizing shrink and contributing to profitability through diligent inventory execution and analysis. The position typically reports to the Retail Inventory Manager or a designated supervisor and is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Flexible scheduling is required and may include early mornings, evenings, or weekends to conduct inventory counts and support store operations.

Requirements

The combination of education and professional experience must exceed 3 years.
At least 2 years of experience in a technical role involving inventory management, warehouse operations, or retail stock control activities.
Basic proficiency with inventory management software systems, specifically SAP.
Knowledge of retail safety and inventory control procedures.
Training in basic inventory control procedures and loss-prevention awareness.
Working knowledge of retail inventory management, stock-control procedures, and loss-prevention principles; proficiency in inventory software, basic reporting tools, and data-entry systems; ability to understand inventory metrics such as turnover rates, stock levels, and basic shrink analysis.
Understanding of retail supply chain operations and basic procurement processes.
Ability to work effectively with retail operations, vendor partners, warehouse personnel, and store management teams; follow direction and execute inventory procedures.
Strong attention to detail, organizational and time-management capabilities, ability to interpret basic sales and inventory reports, and clear communication skills.
Ability to walk extensively throughout warehouses and retail locations for extended periods.
Ability to lift, carry, and move inventory items weighing up to 50 pounds regularly.
Visual acuity to review inventory records, conduct physical counts, and analyze basic reports.
Ability to work in warehouse and retail environments with varying temperatures and noise levels.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related program may count for one year toward the experience requirement.
One to three years of retail operations, inventory management, warehouse operations, and/or supply chain experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Use computerized inventory software, specifically SAP, to track stock, maintain accurate records, and support inventory accuracy across assigned retail locations.
Analyze inventory discrepancies, assist with reconciling sales reports against physical inventory, and report activities and variances to the Retail Inventory Manager or designated supervisor.
Communicate inventory status and order issues to warehouse personnel; inspect incoming inventory for quality and process returns of overstock, defective, or expired items according to established procedures.
Assist with ordering supplies based on inventory analysis and reorder points; provide input on inventory needs using sales data and support inventory control procedures.
Implement inventory control procedures and best practices to minimize shrink; conduct physical counts and follow company policies across assigned locations.
Identify and promptly report discrepancies between inventory records and sales data; support store inventory-control activities under management supervision.
Assist with analysis of inventory turnover, shrink patterns, and stock levels; support adjustments based on seasonal trends and sales data.
Support merchandising teams with planogram execution and product placement; monitor assigned inventory metrics, including stock levels and product rotation.
Carry out inventory procedures and operational tasks while developing knowledge of retail products, inventory systems, and merchandising principles.