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Shoe Show Inc.

District Manager

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

... for 2x year inventory bonuses Company vehicle for business use SHOE SHOW, INC., the country ... What You Should Know Our District Managers are energetic, innovative, and are avid retail ...

Tractor Supply Company

District Manager

Knoxville, TN · On-site

Overall Job Summary The Unassigned District Manager functions as a District Manager but does not ... Ensure compliance to inventory management and freight movement processes. * Validate pricing ...

Tractor Supply Company

District Manager

Nashville, TN · On-site

Overall Job Summary The Unassigned District Manager functions as a District Manager but does not ... Ensure compliance to inventory management and freight movement processes. * Validate pricing ...

Tractor Supply Company

District Manager

Nashville, TN · On-site

Overall Job Summary The Unassigned District Manager functions as a District Manager but does not ... Ensure compliance to inventory management and freight movement processes. * Validate pricing ...

Tractor Supply Company

District Manager

Knoxville, TN · On-site

Overall Job Summary The Unassigned District Manager functions as a District Manager but does not ... Ensure compliance to inventory management and freight movement processes. * Validate pricing ...

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What is a district inventory manager?

District Inventory Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing inventory operations across multiple stores or locations within a defined district or territory. Their main duties include monitoring stock levels, ensuring accurate record-keeping, coordinating inventory audits, and implementing inventory control procedures to minimize loss and maximize efficiency. They work closely with store managers and supply chain teams to ensure that each location has adequate inventory to meet demand without overstocking. District Inventory Managers play a critical role in optimizing inventory costs and supporting smooth retail operations.

How does a district inventory manager collaborate with store managers to ensure inventory accuracy across multiple locations?

A District Inventory Manager works closely with individual store managers to implement standardized inventory procedures, monitor stock levels, and address discrepancies. Regular communication, on-site visits, and data reviews are common practices to ensure consistency and resolve issues quickly. By fostering strong partnerships with store teams, the District Inventory Manager helps ensure that inventory counts are accurate, shrinkage is minimized, and replenishment needs are effectively communicated, ultimately supporting smooth store operations throughout the district.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a district inventory manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a District Inventory Manager, you need strong analytical skills, inventory management expertise, and a degree in supply chain, business, or a related field. Familiarity with inventory management software (such as SAP or Oracle), barcode systems, and data analysis tools is typically required. Exceptional organizational abilities, leadership, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for coordinating teams and ensuring accuracy across multiple locations. These competencies are vital for optimizing inventory levels, reducing costs, and maintaining smooth operations across the district.

Is inventory management a stressful job?

Inventory management can be stressful due to the need to maintain accurate stock levels, meet deadlines, and handle supply chain disruptions. The role of a District Inventory Manager involves coordinating with multiple locations, using inventory software, and ensuring operational efficiency, which can contribute to workload pressure. However, stress levels vary based on the work environment and individual skills in organization and problem-solving.

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Physical Inventory Services Senior Manager

Dollar General

Goodlettsville, TN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Dollar General rating

4.0

Company rating: 4.0 out of 10

Based on 4,650 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 39 rated national retailers

Job description

Company Overview
General Summary:
Responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the physical inventory program. Identifies gaps in processes and develops inventory related processes, documentation and training. Responsible for day-to-day management of third-party inventory service vendor and the Physical Inventory Services team.
Job Details
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Develops strategic physical inventory vision - process, communication to field and vendors, training (field), ensuring that inventories occur, and how to measure vendor and field performance. Identifies and advocates for projects that will provide an appropriate return on investment, reduce financial and operational risks, and/or improve departmental capabilities.

  • Provides leadership on the current physical inventory processes and procedures to identify opportunities such as vendor performance concerns, region or district concerns, and communication results. May present and solicit support from others for changes (ex. store operations, internal audit, vendor partners).
  • Manages physical inventory team to include hiring, coaching and development, and performance. Manages third party inventory service vendor(s) and adherence to contract.
  • Provides financial expertise and support for the physical inventory services budget and forecasts.
  • Develops and implements physical inventory training strategies that improve efficiency and effectiveness of physical inventory process while mitigating financial and shrink risk.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
  • Ability to communicate (written and verbal) in common language to facilitate transfer of knowledge as well as proficiency presenting information to large groups
  • Basic understanding of accounting terms and concepts including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial controls
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire team members
  • Ability to work with others on a common goal while also ensuring that projects meet financial requirements; ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic and team-oriented environment
  • Ability to step into the details when necessary and assist in resolving issues
  • Excellent organizational skills with an ability to prioritize task
  • Basic understanding of retail operations, physical inventory processes and inventory controls
  • Intermediate or higher-level ability to utilize Microsoft Office word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database skills

Qualifications
Work Experience &/or Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or general business required.

  • Five or more years of experience with physical inventory plus two years data analysis.
  • Retail, inventory accounting, loss prevention and/or asset protection management experience preferred.
  • Supervisory experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of Lawson GL, WebFocus and 1010data preferred.

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What started as a single store is now a 20+ billion dollar Fortune 119 company. With 140,000+ employees and counting, we’re growing fast and so can you. There are endless opportunities for you, including award-winning training programs and career paths in retail, distribution, transportation or corporate. The possibilities are endless!

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Goodlettsville, TN, US

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