At Kipling, we put our people first. We always have and we always will. It is ingrained in our DNA. Good people bring out the good in people, and good people are the foundation of this brand.
So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of people who believe in new experiences, living a life of positivity, and discovering our own way, Kipling just may be the place for you.
To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Kipling Careers or www.kipling-usa.com.
Offsite Stock Manager
What will you do?
A day in the life of an Offsite Stock Manager at Kipling looks a little like this.
As the Offsite Stock Manager, you will provide strategic leadership to the stock and logistics team and successfully execute company visions and values. You will oversee day-to-day operations of the Service Center/Off-site units, including inventory management, shipment processing, maintaining organized backstock, efficient merchandise flow to store locations, and loss prevention initiatives. You will drive operational excellence and impact the business by optimizing inventory control across multiple locations, protecting company assets, and ensuring that store standards and processes for merchandising, operations, and business execution are consistent and well implemented.
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Lead inventory management across multiple locations, optimizing stock levels, SKU organization, and merchandise allocation to maximize efficiency.
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Oversee shipping and receiving operations, including processing, verification, documentation, and coordination of inbound/outbound merchandise flows.
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Direct merchandise placement and floor stocking processes, ensuring product availability, proper rotation to meet store needs and operational standards.
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Manage organizational systems and procedures to maintain an efficient, well-organized backstock environment and storage areas across multiple sites.
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Monitor and drive productivity goals, establish key performance metrics, and ensure operational targets are met or exceeded.
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Develop and coach team members, providing direct feedback, training, and supervision to build a high-performing, knowledgeable workforce.
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Utilize independent judgment and discretion to lead all aspects of people management, including providing input and making decisions related to recruitment, hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, promotions, and terminations.
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Communicate clearly, set expectations for company policies, procedures, and operational excellence standards.
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Manage operations including scheduling, expense control, loss prevention, audits, and reporting. Develop staffing plans that effectively support peak seasons, major promotional launches, and operational surges driven by headquarters directives
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Execute loss prevention strategies and protocols to protect company assets and reduce shrink.
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Apply business acumen and product knowledge to make data-driven operational decisions that improve efficiency.
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Collaborate with cross-functional partners to identify operational improvements and implement process enhancements.
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Foster an inclusive work environment that encourages collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
What do you need to succeed?
We all bring unique skills to work each day. For this role, there are foundational skills needed to succeed, along with 3+ years of retail management or warehouse/logistics operations experience preferred. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; but we value hands-on experience and demonstrated achievements most.
The foundation skills you will need in this position are:
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Valid Driver's License (DL) required
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Demonstrated experience operating and/or driving U-Haul/rental trucks
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RFID inventory tracking and management experience preferred
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Excellent product knowledge and understanding of inventory management systems
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Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to effectively address inventory shortages, overages, and operational challenges while minimizing business disruption.
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Proven ability to manage multiple locations and coordinate operations across sites
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Proven communication and organizational skills, including exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
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Ability to coach and develop a team to achieve operational excellence and productivity targets
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Physical requirements: Standing required for entire work shift. Ability to bend, lift, open, and move product up to 50 pounds (as needed)
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Flexible schedules during peak seasons (weekends)
Now WE have a question for YOU.
Are you in?
Hiring Range:
$26.00 - $38.40 USD per hour
Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.
Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. Although all positions have a hiring range based upon market data, this position has a minimum starting rate that is listed above. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.
At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.
Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
