Inventory Control Manager (Internal Only)

Funko; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 90,610 - 110,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) plan

Full benefits

On-site role in Buckeye, AZ

Job summary

Funko is seeking an Inventory Control Manager based in Buckeye, AZ to own the end-to-end inventory processes. The role combines on-site leadership with hands-on floor work, requiring a proactive, data-driven approach and strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.

You will drive quality controls, improve processes, and lead analytics and cost/performance reviews for senior leadership. A start-up mindset with flexibility to work 7 days/week is valued.

Qualifications

• Min. 2+ years of experience managing Inventory Control Teams.
• Strong background in consumer products distribution in an omni-channel building.
• Proven Continuous Improvement or Lean methodologies experience.
• Problem solving and root cause analysis with data-driven path forward.
• Flexibility to oversee a 7 day week Inventory Control operation, including nights and weekends.
• Demonstrated Excel and data analysis skills are required.
• Self-starter with ability to drive results with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

• Develop on-site strategy for implementing site processes to optimize inventory management.
• Manage or create quality controls for inbound, outbound, and returns material flows.
• Ensure inventory transactions within the system are carried out properly and accurately.
• Oversee quality control practices to ensure on-time and damage-free materials.
• Act as key driver of analytics, scorecards, and monthly performance reviews for senior leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement and goal attainment.
• Lead Inventory and Quality projects.
• Mentor Inventory Control leadership team.

Skills

Inventory management

Data analysis

Lean / CI

Excel

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Funko Overview

Welcome to the Funko-verse, a world built on pure imagination, a land governed by the philosophy that stories matter, a universe comprised of characters from countless fandoms, a galaxy of once upon a times and happily ever afters.

But what does Funko do?

Funko is a purveyor of pop culture and licensed-focused collectibles company. Funko currently holds thousands of licenses and the rights to create tens of thousands of characters – one of the largest portfolios in the pop culture and collectibles industry. Funko’s Pop! Vinyl is the number one stylized vinyl collectible on the market, selling millions of figures to fans around the world.

We are seeking an Inventory Control Manager with a strong understanding of distribution / fulfillment operations including inventory flows, incoming supplier quality, and new innovations.

This position will work with leadership to develop a world class processes to benchmark best in class warehouse management. This position requires a high-level of ownership over the end-to-end process, while influencing or creating a new process to correct current negative trends.

What You’ll Do

• Develop on-site strategy responsible for the implementation of site processes to develop optimal solutions for inventory management
• Manage or create quality controls for all inbound, outbound, and returns material flows
• Responsible to ensure inventory transactions within the system are carried out properly and accurately
• Oversee quality control practices to ensure the accurate, on-time and damage free condition of materials
• Act as key driver of analytics, balanced scorecards, and modeling. Conduct monthly cost and performance reviews and report out to senior leadership
• Drive continuous improvement and goal attainment
• Lead Inventory and Quality projects
• Successful candidates will be excellent communicators, great business partners to groups inside and outside of the DC, curious, highly motivated, and effective at building teams
• Be a primary mentor to the Inventory Control leadership team
• Knowledge of Foreign Trade Zone practices and requirements, and SOX compliance is highly preferred

What You’ll Bring

• Min. 2+ years of experience managing Inventory Control Teams
• Strong background in consumer products distribution in an omni-channel building
• Proven Continuous Improvement or Lean methodologies experience
• Problem solving and root cause analysis combined with proven ability to articulate path forward based on data
• A flexible mindset and hands on approach. This role is 50% office and 50% on the floor. Priorities can shift rapidly as the business requires
• Demonstrated Excel and data analysis skills a must
• Self starting with an ability to drive results with minimal direction
• Flexibility to oversee a 7 day a week Inventory Control operation, including regular nights and weekend support
• A great attitude to thrive in a start up environment

Salary Information

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $90,610.00 - $110,500.00 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

What Funko Offers

Funko offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits and a 401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company. Most importantly, we offer a creative work environment with people who love pop culture just as much as you do. Can’t wait to gush about your latest binge? Neither can we! Looking for a place where your favorite pop culture t-shirt will receive the compliments it deserves? We know how you feel!

Funko is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

This onsite position is based in Buckeye, AZ. Local candidates will be considered first.