Senior Manager, Inventory Compliance and Audit

Job Summary

The Senior Manager, Inventory Compliance & Audit is responsible for leading inventory control, compliance, and audit programs to ensure inventory accuracy, minimize losses, and strengthen operational controls. This role oversees inventory audits, policy compliance, risk management, and process improvement initiatives across stores, warehouses, and distribution centers.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Compliance & Governance

• Develop and implement inventory control policies, procedures, and compliance standards.

• Ensure adherence to inventory management policies across all business units.

• Monitor compliance performance and recommend corrective actions.

• Strengthen inventory governance and accountability practices.

Inventory Audit Management

• Lead inventory audits, cycle counts, stock takes, and reconciliation activities.

• Review audit findings and investigate inventory variances.

• Ensure timely resolution of discrepancies and implementation of corrective actions.

• Coordinate with Internal Audit and Operations teams on audit programs and compliance reviews.

Risk Management & Loss Prevention

• Identify inventory-related risks and control weaknesses.

• Develop strategies to reduce shrinkage, losses, damages, and inventory adjustments.

• Monitor trends and recommend preventive measures to improve inventory integrity.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for inventory processes and controls.

• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and IT teams to enhance inventory systems and reporting.

• Support implementation of inventory management technologies and best practices.

Reporting & Analytics

• Monitor inventory accuracy, audit results, and compliance metrics.

• Prepare management reports and present audit findings, trends, and recommendations.

• Analyze root causes of inventory issues and develop action plans.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and develop inventory compliance and audit teams.

• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Merchandising, Finance, and Internal Audit functions.

• Promote a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

• 5–7+ years of experience in inventory control, auditing, compliance, retail operations, or supply chain management.

• At least 3–5 years of leadership experience.

• Strong knowledge of inventory management systems, audit methodologies, and internal controls.