Inventory Associate

Monroe

Wisconsin

Job Description

We're seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Inventory Associate to support one of our divisions-Apparel, Home, or Hardgoods. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing high-value purchases and complex inventories, while monitoring trends and resolving concerns that impact performance.

What You'll Do:
As an Inventory Associate, you'll be responsible for purchasing, flowing, and managing inventory levels of assigned categories within the Apparel division. You'll work cross-functionally to develop buying plans and maximize inventory and sales performance. You'll also be responsible for:
* Ensuring inventory levels satisfy demand and meet financial objectives associated with fulfillment, turnover, and profitability
* Managing all aspects of the non-food catalog development process, as related to Purchasing to assure all deadlines are met
* Monitoring inventory levels at the category, product, and SKU levels to maximize inventory turnover, and optimize cash flow, while meeting customer demand
* Maintaining system data integrity to assure best data is available for critical decision-making
* Promoting and fostering valuable communications and relationships within the department, between departments, and external partners
* Researching and troubleshooting product, supplier, customer service issues, etc. as they arise

Qualifications

We're looking for someone with strong verbal and written communication skills and at least an Associate degree in a Global Supply Chain Logistics, Business, Statistics, or a related discipline. In addition, we are looking for:

* 3+ years inventory management
* Proven record of effectively working with Suppliers, making buying decisions, and managing inventory
* Experience maximizing returns on excess inventory and disposing of excess inventory
* Knowledge of manufacturing processes and Supplier bases and the ability to troubleshoot issues to ensure a reliable merchandise supply
* 3+ year data analysis experience
* An extensive knowledge and use of MS Office and Windows applications.
* The ability to work independently with limited supervision

About Us

Welcome to Colony Brands! As one of North America's largest multi-channel, direct-marketing companies, we take pride in our diverse portfolio of affiliates, brands, and products. Despite our growth over the last century, we remain true to our roots as a private, customer-focused business based in Monroe, WI. Stability is just one aspect of our culture. What truly defines us is our commitment to our Core Values, fostering employee growth, and creating a better place to live and work. We are dedicated to supporting the communities we serve and offer a wide range of benefits and programs to enhance the well-being of our employees.

Benefits Details

Colony Brands is not just about growing our profits - We are about giving our employees the opportunity for growth and providing a better place to live and work. We also offer our employees many great rewards in addition to monetary compensation:

Job Category

Supply Chain

Employment Type

Regular/Full-Time