LEGENDS

Founded in 2008, Legends is a premium experiences company with six divisions operating worldwide – Global Planning, Global Sales, Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Global Merchandise, and Global Technology Solutions – offering clients and partners a 360-degree data and analytics fueled service solution platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment. For more information, visit www.Legends.net and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @TheLegendsWay.

GLOBAL MERCHANDISE

Recognized leaders in retail and merchandising worldwide, Legends Global Merchandise provides a fully customized, customer-centric, omnichannel shopping experience for fans. Our vertical service solution allows us to provide the latest trends, styles, designs, and brand collaborations across different categories. For in-venue, e-commerce and pop-up operations, Legends sets the standard when it comes to a unique shopping experience. We pride ourselves in creating a customized portfolio of inventory based on each property and operating as a true extension of each client’s brand. Different guests want different things, and we are here to build and provide a tailored retail experience. 

Inventory Planning Manager

The Manager of Inventory Planning will oversee daily order processing, the measurement and accuracy of inventory levels, and the internal controls of inventory by working as an effective business partner challenging business inventory plans to be at justified levels.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Inventory reporting will be a critical task for this role and communication with effective salient comments
• Monitor business performance and work with cross functional partners in buying and merchandise planning to develop action plans to improve in stocks and end of period Open to Buy goals.
• Own the inventory plan in partnership with buying and merchandise planning to ensure financial and in stock goals are realized
• Develop continuous improvement mindset looking for opportunities to optimize key inventory parameters (forecasts, lead times, order cycles…) across the internal team and vendor community
• Partner with Supply Chain and vendors to ensure effective and timely flow of inventory to meet metrics
• Work with Senior Management to ensure that plans support company goals
• Communicating risks and opportunities in Merchandising to key stakeholders
• Maintain effective communication and collaborate with internal business partners to drive the business and tell the story
• Ensure controls and processes are in place and followed by the organization around shrink and obsolescence.
• Challenge internal stakeholders on efficient buying volumes to match demand
• Research and resolve order processing calculations, and system functionality related to inventory transactions.
• Coordinate, supervise, lead, and manage the workload of the Inventory Specialist, Sr Inventory Specialist, and cycle count positions.
• Scheduling of event replenishments with Distribution Center and buying groups.
• Work with AP to resolve issues regarding vendor invoices. Cost variances, receiving variances, etc.
• Manage physical inventory counts and cycle counts throughout the year.
• Enter inventory adjustments, write offs, and damages.
• Create and reconcile settlements for third party events. This includes start counts, end counts, and sales posting.
• Analyze the kit production process and detail review of the average costs of products.
• Research and resolve order processing calculations, and system functionality related to inventory transactions.
• Coordinate, supervise, lead, and manage the workload of the Inventory Specialist, Sr Inventory Specialist, and cycle count positions.
• Apply loss prevention techniques and develop procedures to safeguard assets.
• Prepare in depth analysis and reporting on inventory transactions and balances.
• Month end/Year end accounting reconciliations. 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Associates or four-year college degree in Finance or Accounting is preferred
• Buying background with the knowledge of procurement processes would be beneficial
• Minimum 5 years work experience in accounting or finance or inventory related area
• Knowledge of retail industry preferred with strong understanding of supply chain buying processes
• Experience leading and managing a team
• Advanced technical knowledge of an accounting ERP system, data processing and Microsoft Excel
• Multi-task oriented with desire to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Desire to learn and advance
• Effective communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Strong organization, decision making and critical reasoning skills
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.