Manager, Inventory - New York, United States - The Araca Group

Description

Compensation: $45,000 - $50,000 annually, plus 401(k) with Match, 3 weeks PTO, and Medical and Dental Benefits

The Araca Group is a well-established global entertainment and merchandising company that has been thriving for nearly 25 years, thanks to our creative and collaborative team members.

Araca's employees play a crucial role as brand ambassadors by curating live event and ecommerce merchandise experiences for some of the most renowned entertainment properties worldwide, including SEGA, _Ghostbusters_, _Wicked_, _Cobra Kai_, _Hadestown_, _The Book of Mormon_, _Jeopardy_, _Beetlejuice The Musical_, and more.

We are currently looking for a Manager in Inventory & Planning to join our dynamic Inventory & Planning team.

A typical day as an Inventory & Planning Manager involves:

• Managing inventories for various global retail operations
• Analyzing sales data to determine daily and weekly inventory requirements
• Tracking and coordinating weekly dispatches worldwide
• Preparing forecasts for reorders and initial product lines for new accounts
• Collaborating with multiple departments on product concepts
• Devising strategies with different teams to enhance merchandise sales and control expenses
• Managing all purchase orders for assigned accounts
• Reconciling vendor invoices for financial processing
• Maintaining pricing structures to ensure profit margins
• Ensuring accurate stock details in the inventory management system
• Conducting global quarterly inventories for audits
• Supervising stock receipt, dispatch, and delivery from the Corporate Office with support from associate inventory planners

This role is ideal for you if you:

• Enjoy teamwork and collaboration
• Excel in analytical thinking and working with Excel
• Thrive on organization and adapt well to change
• Have a passion for theater and fandom
• Have a history of purchasing merchandise

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years in inventory management or purchasing, with at least 13 years in the entertainment or retail industry
• Knowledge of NetSuite is advantageous
• Proficiency in Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast-paced and creative setting

The Araca Group values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

About Us:

Established in 1997, The Araca Group is a vertically integrated theatrical producing and merchandising firm with offices in New York, Los Angeles, London, and Sydney.

Araca collaborates with both new and established partners to enhance fan engagement through unique merchandise experiences tailored to support branding efforts, drive revenue, and enrich the overall entertainment experience.

Our mission is to captivate and inspire our partners' audiences by delivering top-notch products via innovative and strategic distribution channels.

Pay: $45,000 - $50,000.00 annually

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Inventory Optimization & Planning Occupations: 1 year (preferred)
• Inventory control: 1 year (preferred)
• Inventory management: 1 year (preferred)
• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person