Sr Manager- Inventory Control

EssilorLuxottica; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

EssilorLuxottica is seeking a seasoned Inventory Control leader to oversee all inventory control in the North America distribution network, driving accuracy and SOX compliance.

You will manage a team, develop dashboards, partner with central inventory accounting, and present financial variance to executives. This role is based in the United States and offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in business administration, supply chain, or equivalent.
• 8+ years of Inventory Control / finance acumen experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a DC or retail environment.
• Strong systems skills including WMS, SAP, Hyperion, and BI tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet targets.
• Knowledge of inventory best practices and demand planning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all inventory control in Distribution Centers across the North America network.
• Ensure cycle counts are accurate and completed on time per policy.
• Monitor accuracy and aging reports; advise facility managers on improvements.
• Lead and publish inventory reports; create ad hoc reporting.
• Ensure adjustments post to correct GL and cost centers; SOX compliance.
• Partner with Asset Protection to reduce shrink and with central Inventory accounting on issues.
• Recruit, hire, and manage Inventory personnel; design dashboards for compliance and risk reporting.
• Present monthly/quarterly variance reports to executives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Multi-tasking

Initiative

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain

Tools

WMS

SAP

Hyperion

Business Intelligence (BO)

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Requisition I D:944769 Store #:M06238 Inventory Control - ATL Lab Position:Full-Time Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive Information

If you've worn a pair of glasses, we've already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

Our portfolio of more than 150 renowned brands span various categories, from frames, lenses and instruments to brick and mortar and digital distribution as well as mid-range to premium segments. Our Shared Services Team, accompany and enable others within the EssilorLuxottica collective to achieve their targets. They keep people and projects running smoothly, ensuring every part of our business is provided for and well taken care of.

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL FUNCTION

Responsible for all Inventory Control in Distribution Centers throughout the Logistics North America network.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure each (LNAD/NAASC) distribution facility complies with cycle count, maintained and completed on time for each facility, per our corporate policy.
• Monitor accuracy and aging reports to make recommendations to facility managers to improve accuracy/compliance.
• Work with Inventory Accounting on results and ensure correct reporting and completeness. Provide and take recommendations on improvements, or respond to critiques on staying within policy guidelines.
• Manage the team who runs and publishes Inventory reports for all North America DCs and is able to create new ad hoc reporting.
• Be aware of and identify areas where there are challenges to Inventory Accuracy and SOX compliance issues.
• Ensure that all adjustments are completed so that they apply to the correct GL and Cost center.
• Work with each DC/NAASC and the Brand on write/off, write-on. Monitor and instruct as needed to ensure that adjustments are completed correctly.
• Work with central Inventory accounting for any financial questions or questionable adjustments.
• Investigate and resolve, as needed, issues regarding availability of product for replenishments. This includes locking/unlocking locations to ensure the brand uses processes already defined that they can control. (example NPI process)
• Partner with Asset Protection to identify areas of opportunity for reduction of shrink
• Recruiting, hiring, and managing a team of Inventory personnel.
• Design and maintain dashboards tracking inventory compliance and financial risks.
• Prepare and present monthly or quarterly financial variance reports to executive level and distribution leadership.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or equivalent business experience required
• 8+ years of experience in Inventory Control / Finance Acumen
• 3+ years of experience working with a DC or Retail environment
• Strong systems skills, including proficiency in integrated software applications (WMS, SAP, Hyperion, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal, team and communication skills
• Demonstrates critical thinking / analytical skills including work quality/attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work to meet department/company targets
• IT skills (with focus on Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, Business Intelligence (i.e. BO))
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Initiative and openness to learn new skills and/or take on additional responsibilities
• A solid understanding of inventory-related best practices
• Knowledge of demand and supply planning

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Inventory and Business process analysis experience

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business.Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.