Job Details
Working at Ruti, Inc.:
RUTI, Inc. / www.Ruti.com is a rapidly expanding women's luxury brand with retail locations in some of the hottest shopping destinations on the west coast and a growing e-commerce store. We utilize a mix of a state-of-the-art private label, local offline presence, advanced technology, and innovative marketing to facilitate rapid year-over-year growth.
Are you passionate about technology and innovation, but in love with style and consumers? Do you dream to work for a fashion house but also be a part of a cutting-edge tech startup? Then your place is with Ruti, a rare combination of a left-brained and a right-brained in one company.
We strongly believe the best fashion businesses in the future will be innovative software companies. We are building one!
The Role:
We are looking for a Merchandise Planning & Inventory Manager to manage our shipments and retail inventory allocation process end to end, balancing the need to hit product launch dates with the need to maximize margins. The ideal candidate will be highly analytical, process driven, and systems savvy.
What You'll Do:
Inventory Planning:
- Analyze margin and offer recommendations on shipping method based on business needs (margin, launch timing, inventory levels, etc)
- Work with our retail team to determine the correct amount and complexion of inventory that is sent to our retail stores
- Monitor store sales performance by product category, monitor inventory levels and advise on transfers from our warehouse to the stores
Receiving/Logistics:
- Track incoming deliveries and report out shifts on a weekly basis for product launches, regular replenishment, and out of stock product
- Track vendor delivery performance
- Update inbound shipments, including updating quantities per final packing lists and update expected delivery dates to provide visibility to teams on when product is arriving
- Maintain folders with shipment documentation for cross-functional access
- Track and maintain landed costs, providing monthly rolling estimates of shipping costs
- Correct and document any issues found determine/report root cause
Who You Are:
- 3+ years of experience working with inventory planning, logistics, and inbound receiving
- Understanding of how to pair analytical work and practical needs
- Ability to align with, collaborate and influence cross functional partners and peers
- Detail oriented with great time management skills and a sense for prioritization
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
- High level of MS Excel or Google Sheets
- Experience in fast paced .com and / or retail distribution a must
- Anticipate operational/program issues and develops preventative measures
Ruti, Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.