Network Inventory Associate

CH; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Chêne Gear in Memphis, TN seeks a Network Inventory Associate to ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time across stores, warehouses, and distribution points. This role emphasizes accuracy, timely replenishment, and efficient movement of inventory within the network.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with operations, planning, merchandising, and retail teams, maintaining disciplined inventory processes and clear records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in inventory control, retail, or warehouse operations.
• Working knowledge of inventory movement, replenishment, transfers, receiving, and fulfillment.
• Experience with inventory management systems or ERP platforms.
• Strong Excel skills and data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Execute approved inventory distribution plans across stores, fulfillment locations, and warehouses.
• Support inventory accuracy, timely replenishment, and correct placement across the network.
• Coordinate inventory transfers between locations to balance demand and reduce shortages.
• Collaborate with operations, planning, merchandising, and retail teams to ensure smooth inventory flow.
• Track inbound/outbound activity, shipments, transfers, receipts, and adjustments.
• Assist with cycle counts, audits, and reconciliation to protect inventory integrity.
• Identify opportunities to improve visibility, efficiency, and network balance.

Skills

Inventory management

Excel

Data accuracy

Communication

Warehouse operations

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

WMS / inventory software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Chêne:

At Chêne Gear, we build gear for hunters who demand more—more from their equipment, more from their experience, and more from the brands they trust. We believe in products made right, built to last, and backed by service that honors the people who use them. Every decision we make ties back to that standard.

As we continue expanding our retail footprint, we are creating immersive store experiences that reflect the quality, craftsmanship, and authenticity of the Chêne brand. Our retail teams play a critical role in bringing our products and story to life for every customer who walks through our doors.

Why this Role Exists:

The Network Inventory Associate plays a critical role in ensuring the right product is available in the right place at the right time across Chêne Gear's retail stores, warehouses, and other inventory points.

This role supports inventory accuracy, product availability, and efficient inventory movement throughout the network to deliver an exceptional customer experience. By maintaining disciplined inventory processes and resolving discrepancies quickly, the Network Inventory Associate helps protect customer trust, strengthen operational performance, and uphold Chêne's commitment to exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, accountability, and collaboration are essential.

Position Summary:

The Network Inventory Associate supports Chêne Gear’s commitment to building premium outdoor gear without compromise by helping ensure the right product is available in the right place at the right time. This role is responsible for executing, coordinating, and monitoring inventory distribution across retail stores and warehouses. The ideal candidate understands that inventory accuracy directly impacts customer trust, brand experience, and operational excellence. This position requires strong attention to detail, disciplined follow-through, clear communication, and a service-minded approach that reflects Chêne’s field-driven culture and commitment to doing things the right way.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute approved inventory distribution plans across Chêne Gear retail stores, fulfillment locations, distribution centers, warehouses, and other designated inventory points.
• Support a premium customer experience by helping ensure product availability, timely replenishment, and accurate inventory placement across the network.
• Coordinate inventory transfers between locations to balance demand, reduce stock shortages, minimize excess inventory, and support fulfillment performance.
• Collaborate with operations, planning, merchandising, warehouse, fulfillment, customer experience, and retail teams to support accurate inventory flow and brand consistency.
• Track inbound and outbound inventory activity, including shipments, transfers, receipts, adjustments, and related transaction records.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities to protect inventory integrity and strengthen reporting accuracy.
• Research and support resolution of inventory variances, shortages, overages, missing stock, and system discrepancies with urgency and accountability.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to inventory movements, transfer activity, reporting updates, and issue resolution.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory visibility, distribution accuracy, fulfillment speed, and overall network balance while supporting Chêne Gear’s standard of quality and trust.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or related coursework in supply chain, logistics, business administration, operations, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in inventory control, retail operations, warehouse operations, fulfillment, logistics, distribution, outdoor apparel, or premium consumer goods preferred.
• Working knowledge of inventory movement, replenishment, allocation, transfers, receiving, and fulfillment processes.
• Experience working with inventory management systems, warehouse management systems, ERP platforms, or comparable business systems.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately with inventory records, operational reports, transaction data, and system updates.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.
• Appreciation for Chêne Gear's customer-first culture, outdoor heritage, and commitment to building premium products.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Work may be performed in office, warehouse, distribution center, fulfillment, and retail store support environments.
• Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, and handling inventory may be required.
• Ability to lift and move products in accordance with company safety guidelines and location requirements.
• Schedule flexibility may be required to support inventory counts, shipment activity, peak volume periods, and operational deadlines.

What Success looks like in this role:

• Inventory records are accurate, reliable, and consistently maintained across all network locations.
• Product is positioned effectively to support customer demand and fulfillment goals.
• Inventory transfers, adjustments, and reconciliations are completed accurately and on time.
• Inventory discrepancies are identified quickly and resolved with urgency.
• Cross-functional partners view inventory processes as dependable, responsive, and easy to work with.
• Opportunities to improve inventory visibility, efficiency, and network performance are proactively identified and implemented.
• Daily work reflects Chêne's Built Better mindset through accuracy, accountability, ownership, and attention to detail.