SR DIR, GLOBAL INVENTORY MGMT - Dollar General

Work Where You Matter:At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive.Company Overview:

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day.® by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html.

Job Details:

General Summary:

Provides strategic oversight for the management of product fulfillment, in-stock levels, and inventory management for all SKUs (including import and DSD SKUs) to support distribution center and store forecast and replenishment.

 

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Oversees, at a high level, the management of inventory at distribution centers and stores for an assigned group of vendors and categories.
• Develops key performance indicators for vendors.
• Strategizes with key cross-functional teams (merchants, planners) to ensure inventory levels align with merchandise policy and financial goals.
• Oversight of network inventory analyses to identify issues/opportunities and development of action plans to support company financial goals.
• Directs vendor collaboration and score-carding.
• Develops new item entrance and exit strategies (planogram resets).
• Develops and drives various seasonal categories.
• Develops promotional and event planning and execution strategies.
• HR responsibilities include managing to include selection, training, performance management, and development for movement within department/organization.

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Strong leadership skills; ability to develop and manage people, processes and systems
• Ability to deliver expected quantitative and qualitative results
• Ability to work cross-functionally
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, SharePoint and database applications

Work Experience &/or Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, finance, or related field
• 8 years experience in supply chain, inventory management, replenishment, or inventory control required
• One year supervisory experience required
• Direct experience in retail industry and/or associated value chain required
• Knowledge of supply chain systems preferred
• Aldata G.O.L.D. knowledge preferred