Manager Inventory

This position is hybrid, onsite 3-4 days within the week.

The Inventory Manager is responsible for managing the donated goods and purchased goods for resale distribution plans. The Inventory Manager can problem solve and implement solutions to execute the initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL :

Implements strategy for retail donated and purchased goods for resale, secondary markets operation, product / donation acquisition and inventory.

Oversees daily operations, direct staff and ensures implementation of departmental policies, procedures, and programs. Maintains retail donated and purchased goods operating budget and manages expenses.

Communicates budgetary performance. Typically works on projects and initiatives that span 1 2 years and focuses on the creation of systems, processes and programs.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES :

1. Leading and Developing Talent : Manages departmental structure, development and training of staff. Actively networks and sources for positions within the team.

2. Project and Change Management : Plans and manages projects of low to moderate complexity related to departmental function.

Manages change with direct reports and participates in the leadership coalition that supports the change.

3. Community Engagement : Understands social trends driving Goodwill's community engagement initiatives, and champions initiatives.

4. Manages donation acquisition and the equitable distribution of donated goods and monitors progress throughout the year, anticipating issues and proactively taking action.

5. Identifies and analyzes industry trends and demographics to ensure policies, practices and programs are consistent with current and future organizational needs.

6. Manages the donated goods and purchased goods for resale distribution plans. Can problem solve and implement solutions to execute the initiative.

7. Research, compile and analyze complex data; present information in a clear, concise method (written, verbal and / or automated).

8. Responsible for coordinating sale of after-market retail products, ensuring the best pricing for Goodwill while moving product out of warehouses quickly.

9. Oversees the purchased goods for resale (PGFR) fiscal inventory preparation and reporting.

10. Responsible for completing other duties / responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS :

1. Associates Degree or experience equivalency, and a minimum of 3 years’ managerial experience or 7 years’ experience.

2. Relevant experience in retail, sales or marketing.

3. Work a flexible and varied schedule, including nights and weekends as required, with onsite presence three to four days per week.

4. Ability to travel to various Goodwill locations and vendor offices.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES :

1. Business Insight : Shares knowledge, keeps others informed of industry developments and provides education on business fundamentals.

Applies insights and industry trends to drive critical initiatives. Helps others understand their contributions to the success of the broader organization.

2. Courage : Demonstrates the ability to deliver a difficult message and say no when necessary. Confronts tough organizational issues and coaches people on how to appropriately advocate in the face of adversity.

CORE CULTURAL COMPETENCIES :

1. Customer Focus : Gathers customer satisfaction input and aligns business processes to work with those of the customer.

Holds others accountable for meeting customer needs and addresses gaps in meeting emerging customer needs.

2. Values Differences : Creates an environment where differences are openly shared, embraced and incorporated into the team’s activities.

Encourages others to be open to, seek and learn from diverse perspectives. Demonstrated sensitivity to cultural norms and expectations and helps other understand the value diversity brings to the business.

3. Communicates Effectively : Practices active and attentive listening and encourages candid and open communication among groups.

Breaks down communication barriers and adjusts content and communication style to reach the audience and a diverse set of stakeholders.

4. Situational Adaptability : Sets an example of adaptability, adapting and shifting priorities in response to clients, constituents, or the organization.

Helps teams adapt to new situations and shift approach or stay the course in the face of changing demands.

5. Drives Results : Fosters a sense of urgency within the team for reaching goals and meeting deadlines. Drives a record of success leading other to persist in achieving results despite setbacks or obstacles.

6. Ensures Accountability : Holds self and team accountable for outcomes and accepts responsibility for successes and failures of own work and the team’s work.

Creates feedback loops within processes; monitors metrics and milestones to chart progress against expectations and accountabilities.

PHYSICAL / SENSORY DEMANDS :

• Job requires the following : remain stationary for sustained periods of time; ability to move about to accomplish tasks;
• must be able to operate a computer or similar technology, which typically involves substantial motions of wrist, hands and / or fingers;

visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing data, operating equipment or review thoroughness of work; ability to communicate with others and exchange information.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.