Director Inventory Control Jobs in Moraga, CA (NOW HIRING)

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GENERAL PURPOSE: The Director of Inventory Control & Analysis will be responsible for leading financial planning, forecasting, and business analytics functions for Ross as it relates to Inventory and Gross Margin. As a key leader within the finance team, this role will provide critical insights and decision support to senior leadership, helping drive financial and operational performance, profitability, and strategic initiatives. Additionally, the Director of Inventory Control & Analysis will own the creation of various financial reports and board level updates to support our Senior Executives (including "C" level executives), Board of Directors, and Investor Relations department.

The successful candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset with a deep understanding of retail finance and the ability to partner effectively across diverse business units. This is a high-impact role that requires a forward-thinking finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. The Director will report to the Vice President of Inventory Control and will interact frequently with all levels across the Company.

The base salary range for this role is $137,400 - $259,050. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees.

Other rewards vary by position and location ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Engage with business partners across the organization to understand key drivers and strategies that impact financial performance and metrics (i.e. tariffs) Perform complex ad-hoc analysis on key inventory metrics (inventory, markdowns, sales) based on business needs or management requests

Clearly articulate the results and business impacts to all levels of management including preparation of PowerPoint recaps. Support Senior Executives (including "C" level management), Board of Directors, and Investor Relations by providing board level updates as well as analysis into sales and gross margin results and forecast as well as inventory position both in the stores and distribution centers. Own the updating and enhancement of the In-Store inventory and production planning model that is used by executives, across the company, for financial planning and inventory position review forward looking.

Partner closely with business partners to solicit inputs and provide feedback on inventory and sales metrics for In-Store inventory. Manage and provide impact analysis on in-store inventory and other key metrics driven by recent results and weekly forecast updates as well as variance analysis and prepared notes to be reviewed at the weekly In-Store calls. Drive the annual gross margin and inventory budget process providing analytics to senior leaders.

Collaborate with business partners (i.e. Store & DC Ops) to drive understanding and/or improvement in operational metrics that correlate to improved data integrity and accurate shrink results. Evaluate internal reporting, make recommendations and oversee execution of improvements in timeliness, efficiency, and accuracy of existing reporting procedures

Lead system projects, modifications, enhancements and implementations including requirements documentation and testing. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. COMPETENCIES: People Building Effective Teams Developing Talent Collaboration Self Leading by Example Communicates Effectively Ensures Accountability and Execution Manages Conflict Business Business Acumen Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes Organizational Agility With particular emphasis on the following specific position-related competencies: Influencing Others Integrity and Trust Attention to detail Adaptability QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED: BS degree, preferably in Finance or Accounting; MBA a plus Minimum of 7 to 10 years post-college experience with demonstrated success at increasing levels of responsibility including managing a team Dynamic and self-motivated - must have the business acumen and drive necessary to be part of managing in a fast-paced, changing retail environment.

Retail and inventory experience a plus Strong analytical ability - must be able to synthesize data, be able to error check and reconcile work and be able to design analysis to answer specific questions Demonstrated ability to recruit, manage, and develop high-performing staff. Strong excel and word skills, as well as ability to learn multiple back end software applications (i.e. MicroStrategy, Hyperion, Peoplesoft Financial Systems) Ability to interact with all levels within the organization and handle matters professionally Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to create PowerPoint presentations as needed PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ADA: Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer. Requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in-person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc. Consistent timeliness and regular attendance.

Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically. This role requires regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback. However, this role can perform duties effectively using a combination of in-office and remote work.

#LI-Hybrid SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 2 Sr. Managers DISCLAIMER: This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Contents are subject to change at management's discretion. Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience.

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