Finance Manager - Inventory Planning and Merchandising Analysis

Overview

The Finance Manager of Inventory Planning & Merchandising Analysis for overseeing and optimizing the inventory levels within the organization to ensure smooth supply chain operations, support sales performance and working capital management. This role also supports deeper insights into merchandising margin performance across inventory categories with close cross-functional partnership. This role involves forecasting ending inventory based on the demand plan, supply availability & lead times, and Inventory targets.

The Inventory Planning Manager utilizes data analysis and coordination with procurement, merchandising, sales, and operations departments to align on Inventory needs with business goals. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position that is onsite, and not eligible for remote work.

Position Reports To

Director of Treasury & Inventory Planning

What We Stand For

Established in 1978, The Container Store has grown to be the leading specialty retailer of storage and organization products in the United States and the only national retailer solely devoted to the category. We provide creative, multifunctional, customizable storage and organization solutions that help our customers save time, save space and improve the quality of their lives. We foster a culture built around our Foundation Principles, which define how we approach our relationships with our employees, vendors, customers and communities and influence every aspect of our business.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory levels and forecast ending inventory based on demand forecast and supply availability & lead times.
• Develop and implement inventory management strategies to optimize inventory levels.
• Collaborate with Retail finance and merchandising & sales teams for updated forecasts.
• Monitor and report on key inventory metrics such as turnover rates, Days of Inventory, Aged and Excess Inventory.
• Analyze the consolidated inventory position and assure synchronized reporting.
• Analyze inventory margin performance with insights on drivers across categories, pricing strategies, and other drivers.
• Ability to provide occasional back-up support to team on weekly cash forecast and other Treasury duties.
• Partner across several functions, including Merchandising, Finance, Technology, and Accounting.
• Responsible for preparation of financial materials presented to executive leadership team and the Board of Directors.
• Responsible for maintaining discretion related to all confidential/sensitive company and customer information.
• Drives continuous improvement of financial processes and develops team to achieve best practices.
• Consistently arrives promptly to work the assigned schedule.
• Performs other requested tasks and duties.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Planning or related field
• 3-5 years of proven experience as an Inventory Planning Manager or in a similar role
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to forecast ending Inventory
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of inventory metrics such as turnover rates, stockouts and Days of Inventory
• Based in Dallas/Ft. Worth area with hybrid work schedule
• Ability to analyze large amounts of information and draw actionable conclusions making sound recommendations for the business
• Makes strategic and effective decisions in the best interest of our customers and our company, taking care to objectively process information
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a professional manner, both orally and in writing, at all levels within and outside the organization

We believe in taking care of our team.That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond just health insurance (though we've got that covered too!). Here at The Container Store, we're passionate about helping you
contain your health
,
grow your career
, and
find balance in your life
.

Here's a peek at what you can expect:

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans
  to keep you and your loved ones well.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
  with optional investment guidance and assistance offered through Fidelity.
• Unique "1equals3" website
  for easy access to your benefits information and company updates.
• We've got your back!Competitive sick pay and PTO plan to ensure you can take time off to recharge and come back feeling your best.

For our full-time associates, we offer even more:

• Peace-of-mind benefits:Basic life insurance, disability insurance options, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Family-focused support:Considerate parental leave policies, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fertility & maternity support program.
• Work-life balance boosters:Paid holidays, gym membership discounts, and a…