Retail Stock Manager

Role Overview

• Supervises stock associates during assigned shifts to ensure proper execution of receiving, stocking, and inventory management procedures while maintaining productivity standards and meeting operational deadlines
• Ensures all stock personnel follow proper opening/closing procedures and safety protocols; conducts shift inspections to verify merchandise organization, storage standards, and compliance with asset protection requirements
• Coordinates incoming freight operations including receiving, counting, and processing merchandise deliveries; reports shortages, overages, and damaged goods to management within required timeframes while maintaining accurate documentation
• Assigns work tasks and priorities to stock team members based on operational needs; provides on-the-job coaching and training to ensure proper execution of stocking procedures and company standards
• Manages stock replenishment activities to maintain adequate sales floor inventory levels; coordinates with sales staff to identify out-of-stock merchandise and prioritizes restocking based on business needs
• Oversees organization and processing of merchandise returns, damaged goods, and outdated products for vendor credits; maintains proper documentation and ensures timely completion of return procedures
• Utilizes inventory management systems to track stock levels, process orders, and maintain accurate records; assists with cycle counts and annual inventory preparations while investigating and reporting inventory variances
• Maintains clean, organized, and safe stock areas in compliance with safety regulations; ensures proper storage procedures and equipment maintenance while reporting maintenance needs to management
• Collaborates with management on stock performance metrics, staffing needs, and operational improvements while providing feedback on process efficiency and team performance

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field can count for 1 of the 3-year requirement
• In a supervisory role: 1 years of experience supervising stock or warehouse operations teams preferred
• Requires 3-4 years of experience in stock operations, inventory management, or warehouse operations
• Knowledge of inventory management systems and stock handling procedures
• Understanding of safety regulations and asset protection protocols in retail/warehouse environments