Inventory Manager
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Overview

We believe Running Changes Everything. If you believe that, too, we want to talk. With more than 270 stores and a robust e-commerce site, Fleet Feet is the largest running retailer in the country. Catering to more than runners, we pride ourselves on having an inclusive environment! We believe it's a privilege to serve and remain committed to delivering unmatched service and support when outfitting customers in everything they need to have a successful run, whether that's introducing them to their new favorite running shoes, socks, or gear, or inviting them to our next training program run. We like to keep things high-spirited, fast-paced, and fun. We don't mind wearing more than a few hats and stepping in to help out wherever is needed. Our team is a group of knowledgeable and hardworking individuals who work, sweat, and live passionately. We run together to tackle a problem, reach a goal, get encouraged, and nurture our brand each day. We are in full pursuit to find hardworking people to join us on our quest and bring our core values to life.

Responsibilities

As an Inventory Manager, you will sort and manage inventory by having a clear understanding of store and customer needs. Buying decisions will be based on product selection, price-points, and inventory levels. You will place weekly fill in orders, future orders and manage special orders. Buyers/Inventory Managers are responsible for ensuring core products and sizes/quantity are always available. You will lead training and product education sessions for staff, and communicate drop dates, selling points, store performance, product launches and sales numbers.

Qualifications

* 2+ years retail and/or marketing experience required and management experience preferred (if managing employees)

* Fosters growth of others through recognition, coaching and development opportunities

* Promotes individual and team performance by setting expectations, delegating and by providing tools and resources

* Assists with making business decisions, always putting staff and customers first

* Builds and maintains trust from staff, customers and the community by using sound judgment

* Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and deadline driven

* Collaborative and customer-centric

* Willing to go above and beyond when needed

* Strong verbal and written communication skills

* Ability to lead and direct others

* Action-oriented, level-headed, and consistent

* Communicate professionally with customers and team

* Support all Fleet Feet initiatives, activities, and functions

Perks:

* High energy and fun atmosphere

* Training and advancement opportunities within the Fleet Feet brand

* Exciting professional development opportunities, including a mentorship program, talent development initiatives, employee resource groups, a monthly learning opportunities on diverse topics.

* 401(k) Retirement Plan for all part and full-time employees (Age 21+) with 4% employer matching and immediate vesting (company-owned stores)

* Community involvement and community service activities

* Training Program and Product Discounts

* Passionate team members

* Check out our Fleet Feet Benefits Summary for full-time employees averaging 30+ hours/week at company-owned stores

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe having diverse teams in which everyone brings their whole self to Fleet Feet is key to our success. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. That is why we value diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices, our culture, and our engagement with the community. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives.

Additional Requirements: Position requires occasional moving around with light (1-10lbs.) carrying, lifting, pushing or pulling. The position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access files, office equipment, etc. The position is mostly sedentary and requires the employee to have close visual acuity to perform job requirements. The position requires frequent communication with team members and repetitive motion with the hands, wrists and/or fingers while constantly utilizing a computer. This position is located within an office environment and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Fleet Feet utilizes E-Verify in all corporate and company-operated stores as part of the hiring process.