Director, Inventory Management

Interparfums, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Health insurance

Paid time off

LinkedIn Learning access

Career development

Job summary

Interparfums USA, LLC in Midtown Manhattan seeks a Director of Inventory Management to lead inventory strategy across distribution centers and fulfillment. This role ensures accuracy, strengthens controls, and partners with Supply Chain, Operations, Sales, and Finance to optimize performance and turnover.

Based in our Midtown Manhattan office with remote on Fridays, occasional travel to NJ is required. The director will oversee cycles, valuations, dashboards, and a high-performing team to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years in inventory, warehouse, distribution center or supply chain with a focus on inventory control.
• 5+ years leading inventory control or warehouse operations teams.
• Experience with ERP and warehouse management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's inventory management strategy across distribution and fulfillment.
• Improve inventory accuracy, turnover, and reduce excess/obsolete inventory.
• Oversee cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliations for accuracy.
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation and support timely financial reporting.
• Maintain SOX controls related to inventory and internal audits.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs to monitor inventory health and performance.
• Lead continuous improvement to enhance inventory processes and efficiency.
• Establish inventory governance, policies, and SOPs across warehouses.
• Manage audits and ensure compliance with policies and controls.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize ERP tools and reporting.
• Review adjustments, write-offs, and scrap with proper approvals.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing inventory control team.

Skills

Inventory control

Analytical thinking

SOX/compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

Job description

Part of the Interparfums group founded in 1982, Interparfums USA develops, manufactures and distributes prestige fragrances as the exclusive worldwide licensee for Abercrombie & Fitch, Anna Sui, David Beckham, DKNY, Donna Karan, Graff, GUESS, Hollister, MCM, Nautica, Oscar de la Renta, Roberto Cavalli, Salvatore Ferragamo and Ungaro. Through its global distribution network, the Company’s products are sold in over 120 countries.

The Director, Inventory Management is responsible for developing and leading the inventory management strategy across distribution centers and fulfillment operations. This role ensures inventory accuracy, strengthens inventory controls, and drives operational excellence while partnering closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Sales, and Finance to optimize inventory performance, improve service levels, and maximize inventory turnover.

This position is based in our Midtown Manhattan office from Mondays-Thursdays, and remote on Fridays. Occasional travel to our Trenton, NJ-based 3PL is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's inventory management strategy across distribution and fulfillment operations.
• Drive improvements in inventory accuracy, inventory turnover, and the reduction of excess and obsolete inventory.
• Oversee cycle count programs, physical inventories, and inventory reconciliations to maintain high levels of inventory accuracy.
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation and support timely financial reporting.
• Own and maintain inventory-related SOX controls, ensuring compliance with internal control frameworks and external audit requirements.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs to monitor inventory health, operational performance, and control effectiveness.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inventory processes and operational efficiency.
• Establish inventory governance, policies, and standard operating procedures across warehouse and fulfillment operations.
• Manage inventory-related audits and ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize ERP systems, inventory management tools, and reporting capabilities.
• Review inventory adjustments, write-offs, and scrap transactions to ensure appropriate approvals and documentation.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing inventory control team.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive inventory, warehouse, distribution center, or supply chain experience, with a strong emphasis on inventory control in distribution or fulfillment environments.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing inventory control or warehouse operations teams.
• Demonstrated experience with ERP and warehouse management systems.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of inventory control best practices within distribution centers, fulfillment operations, and warehouse environments.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Knowledge of SOX requirements and internal control frameworks.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to influence cross-functional partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Hands-on experience with ERP and WMS systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work across office locations and internal and third-party warehouse facilities as needed.

We Offer

• The salary range for this position is $150,000 – $170,000 annually, commensurable with skills, experience, and qualifications
• Bonus opportunity based on personal and business performance
• Robust healthcare, insurance, and benefit options
• Paid time off policies including vacation, personal, holiday, and sick days
• Options to support development, including complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning
• An entrepreneurial career with a dynamic environment where all voices are heard and appreciated
• Low hierarchy with high visibility to C-Suite on a regular basis
• A growing company with a proven track record of solid financial stability

Interparfums USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.