Associate Director - Inventory

About the RoleWe are looking for an Associate Director – Inventory to own end-to-end inventory management, inward operations, and warehouse strategy for our Bhiwandi facility. This is a leadership role responsible for inventory accuracy, storage strategy, inward/receiving operations, and cross-functional coordination across supply chain, procurement, and warehouse teams — with full ownership of process, people, and performance at the site.

Key ResponsibilitiesInventory ManagementOwn inventory accuracy, cycle count planning, and annual physical (wall-to-wall) inventory count for the facilityDefine and enforce inventory classification and control methodology (ABC analysis, FIFO/FEFO/FMFO as applicable)Drive slow-moving and obsolete (E&O) inventory identification and liquidationOwn DOH (Days on Hand) and other inventory KPIs; identify and execute working capital optimization leversInward & Receiving OperationsOversee end-to-end inward operations — dock scheduling, GRN processing, quality checks, put-awayEnsure ASN accuracy and timely resolution of receiving discrepancies with vendors/suppliersDefine and monitor inbound SLAs and turnaround time targetsWarehouse & Storage StrategyDefine warehouse layout, racking, slotting, and storage strategy to optimize space and throughputOwn replenishment strategy, pick-face design, and Ti-Hi configurationLead WMS-related process design, migration, or system enhancements as requiredSupply Chain & Cross-Functional CoordinationCoordinate with procurement, planning, and demand teams to align inventory levels with omnichannel (D2C + retail store) demandPartner with transportation/logistics teams to ensure inbound and outbound flow efficiencySupport new site setup or inventory transition (HOTO) activities as the company's store and fulfillment footprint expandsOperations & People LeadershipLead and develop the site inventory/warehouse team (headcount ownership, hiring, training, performance management)Own site-level inventory-related P&L inputs, cost control, and reporting (MIS, KPI reviews)Ensure statutory and safety compliance across inventory and warehouse operationsDrive continuous improvement (Kaizen, 5S, CAPA) on the floor.

RequirementsBachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent preferred12–18 years of experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, or supply chain, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership/multi-team roleHands-on experience with WMS and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)Proven experience in inventory accuracy, cycle counting, and inbound/outbound operations at scaleExperience in warehouse setup, HOTO, or site transition is a strong plus — especially valuable given the company's rapid store and fulfillment expansionStrong stakeholder management — vendors, cross-functional teams, and leadershipBased in or willing to relocate to Bhiwandi