Company Overview At OOLY, we thrive on creating vibrant, inspiring products that ignite creativity and bring joy to people of all ages. Since 2005, we've been passionate about designing colorful, fun, and imaginative items that brighten up any space—be it art, school, or office environments. Our mission is to foster a fun, happy, and colorful life through innovative products that spark self-expression. Job Purpose The Inventory Control Manager is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory across global locations and ensuring the right products are in the right place at the right time to support an omni-channel business. This role manages day-to-day inventory control, working closely with Demand Planning and Forecasting, Operations, Purchasing, Sales, and Finance. In a small-company environment, this role requires a hands-on leader who can wear multiple hats — from reconciling stock variances, preparing for seasonal fluctuations in stock levels, coordinating allocations of oversold products, to managing close-outs of discontinued items.

Job Responsibilities:

Inventory Control Lead cycle counts and physical inventories across warehouses; resolve discrepancies. Maintain inventory accuracy within ERP/WMS and ensure data integrity across all sales channels (DTC, wholesale, e-commerce, marketplaces, and international). Standardize and enforce inventory control processes across global facilities. Manage transfer logistics between global inventory locations. Inventory Close-outs & Disposition Identify discontinued, obsolete, and overstocked items and work with Sales/Marketing to plan promotional sell-through or liquidation. Develop clear metrics and processes for slow-moving SKUs and excess inventory. Recommend and implement strategies to minimize write-offs while maximizing recovery value. Coordinate with Finance on reserves, write-downs, and reporting for excess/obsolete inventory. Cross-Functional Collaboration Provide actionable reporting on inventory health, turns, forecast accuracy, and close-out activity to senior leadership. Partner with Demand Planning, Procurement and Logistics to ensure timely supplier orders and inbound shipments. Support Finance with month-end reporting, audits, and working capital optimization.

Job Required Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Work Experience:

5+ years in inventory management, supply chain planning, or demand forecasting. Experience in omni-channel businesses (DTC + wholesale + e-commerce). Exposure to close-out or liquidation processes preferred.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems (Microsoft D365 Business Central preferred). Hands-on experience with demand planning or forecasting tools. Advanced Excel/data analysis skills. Certifications (a plus): APICS CPIM/CSCP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent.

Compliance:

Must adhere to company policies and procedures

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Analytical and data-driven with strong business acumen. Ability to balance tactical detail with strategic planning. Skilled in cross-departmental collaboration and communication. Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable wearing multiple hats in a small company.

Working Conditions Environment:

Office environment.

Exposure:

Low or moderate noise level.

Physical Requirements:

Sitting at a desk, using a telephone, using a keyboard, using a computer monitor for sometimes long and continuous periods of time.

Physical Efforts:

Occasionally standing, walking, reaching, and stooping. Lifting up to 30 lbs. Join us at OOLY where your expertise will help shape the future of creative products! We value energetic professionals who thrive in dynamic environments—ready to make a real impact through innovative inventory solutions.

Pay:

$60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person