Project Manager / Specialist - Inventory Management – Digital Transformation
Global Retail Leader | Hybrid – New York City
Location :
- Hybrid (NYC) : On-site 3 days per week
- Global Collaboration : Availability for virtual meetings with global teams 2–3 evenings weekly (6 : 00–8 : 00 PM EST); flexible hours provided
Company Overview :
Our client is one of the world's most influential apparel retailers, recognized for its global brand portfolio and vertically integrated business model—from design and manufacturing to distribution and retail. As part of a major digital transformation initiative, the company is reimagining its global operations to become a technology-driven leader in the retail industry.
Position Overview :
The Digital Transformation Manager—Inventory Management will lead the modernization of inventory and supply chain operations across global channels (stores, e-commerce, logistics, and merchandising). You will identify operational gaps, drive process redesign, and deliver scalable digital solutions that optimize inventory flow and accelerate business performance.
This role is ideal for someone who understands retail operations end-to-end and thrives at the intersection of strategy, operations, and technology.
Key Responsibilities :
Business Process OptimizationAnalyze current inventory and supply chain workflows to uncover inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.Drive process redesign projects to improve accuracy, efficiency, and service levels.Track performance through data-driven KPIs (inventory accuracy, out-of-stock rate, sell-through, etc.).Pilot new business practices using agile methodologies and cross-functional collaboration.Digital Systems & Technology BlueprintTranslate operational requirements into system specifications and future-state process designs.Lead the design of scalable, unified inventory management and logistics systems for global deployment.Develop business cases, cost estimates, and recommendations for senior global leadership (CEO, CFO, IT executives).Partner with internal development teams and external vendors to build, test, and refine new tools.Global Implementation & Change ManagementLead training, onboarding, and change management efforts to ensure successful adoption.Integrate new tools into daily operations, gather feedback, and drive iterative improvements.Monitor system usage and performance to ensure continued ROI and value generation.Qualifications :
5+ years of experience in consulting, digital transformation, systems implementation, or related roles5+ years of experience in retail; global or multi-brand retail experience strongly preferredProven success leading business process redesign and operational improvement projectsStrong analytical skills and KPI development experience (Tableau, Looker Studio, or similar BI tools)Experience with inventory control, merchandise planning, store or warehouse operations, or supply chain logisticsFamiliarity with system blueprint development and designing ideal-state processes (not just optimizing legacy systems)Experience managing cross-border or multi-regional digital projectsAbility to travel internationally as needed