PHYSICAL INVENTORY SERVICES SR MANAGER

Job Title Responsible for the management of the physical inventory program including inventory-related processes, documentation, and training. Drives operational excellence and count accuracy with third-party inventory service providers. Job Responsibilities Develop the strategic physical inventory vision including processes, field and vendor communication, training, execution, and performance measurement; identify and advocate projects that deliver return on investment, reduce financial and operational risk, and improve departmental capabilities. (45%) Provide leadership over current physical inventory processes and procedures to identify opportunities related to vendor performance, regional or district trends, and communication effectiveness; present and gain alignment on changes with partners such as Store Operations, Internal Audit, and vendors. (30%) Manage the physical inventory team including hiring, coaching, development, and performance management; manage third-party inventory service vendors and adherence to contractual requirements. (20%) Provide financial expertise and support for physical inventory services, budgeting and forecasting. (5%) Develop and implement physical inventory training strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness while mitigating financial and shrink risk. (5%) Job Qualifications Ability to communicate (written and verbal) in common language to facilitate transfer of knowledge as well as proficiency presenting information to large groups Basic understanding of accounting terms and concepts including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial controls Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire team members Ability to work with others on a common goal while also ensuring that projects meet financial requirements; ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic and team-oriented environment Ability to step into the details when necessary and assist in resolving issues Excellent organizational skills with an ability to prioritize task Basic understanding of retail operations, physical inventory processes and inventory controls Intermediate or higher-level ability to utilize Microsoft Office word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database skills Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or general business required. Five or more years of physical inventory experience plus two years of data analysis experience required. Retail, inventory accounting, loss prevention, and/or asset protection management experience preferred. Supervisory experience preferred. Knowledge of Lawson GL, WebFocus, and 1010data preferred. About Us Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive. Company Overview Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day. by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at