About the role
JD – IN-Stock Operations AssociateWhat does an In-stock Associate do?The In-stock Associate will be responsible for all tactical and operational aspects of the In-stock role, that support in-stock, inventory planning and other inventory operations. Additionally, the ISA will drive rigor, process-centricity to vendor operations such as Appointments at Fulfilment Centres, regular vendor communication for inventory, inbound and Returns operations. The ideal candidate will excel in scalable process improvement, excel-driven analysis, written/verbal communication and be customer & vendor obsessed. The candidate will have worked in a setup where he constantly interacts with external and internal partners, drive processes that are scalable in nature.The ISA will work with ISM (In-Stock Manager) on a day-to-day basis to drive excel analytics internal / external to the category that drives all core operational metrics and take guidance / provide recommendations to ensure a high-bar on inbound utilization, smooth return operations and clear and concise communication to all partner teams. Key responsibilities include:
- Driving all inventory-led operations such as: inbound execution, appointment planning and prioritization, returns operations on a day-to-day basis and raising high bar on the core P0 metrics of the ISA charter
- Work with cross-functional stakeholders (internal / external) as well as ISM on a daily basis to ensure both ISM and ISA goals work hand-in glove &ensure category health
- Enable smooth Return to vendor operations and play a role in streamlining the returns processes by reducing unhealthy and unsellable inventory
- Identify areas for providing Category ISMs / Leadership visibility on operational health of the Category; drive improvements internally on Fill-rates and other vendor experience & inventory health metrics
- Graduate – Supply Chain/Finance Preferable
- 1-4 years of relevant experience in Retail, FMCG, E-commerce; have an process-driven mind-set, ability drive rigorous execution
- Someone who can zoom in and out of operational and Category level perspectives to drive improvements in ISA P0 metrics
- Comfortable in execution, handling data, talking to partner teams and requiring to support at odd-hours in events of any disruptions / blockages in inbounds at Fulfilment Centres
- Mandatory: Proficient in Excel, MS Access
- Preferred: Working knowledge of SQL
- Excellent Communication skills
- Preferred Industry: E-Commerce