Inventory Manager developing inventory systems and demand forecasting for consumer technology at Gabb. Leading inventory allocation across multi-channel sales and reporting to COO.
Responsibilities
Audit the current state of Gabb's inventory operations — stock positions, open POs, in-transit inventory, fulfillment gaps, and channel-level accuracy — and develop a clear picture of where things stand
Design and implement an inventory management system and operating cadence that supports Gabb's multi-channel, multi-3PL model
Establish SOPs for inventory receipt, tracking, allocation, replenishment, and reconciliation across 1PL and 3PL fulfillment partners
Build reporting infrastructure that gives leadership real-time visibility into inventory positions, sell-through rates, and fulfillment health by channel
Develop and own Gabb's demand forecasting model, incorporating historical sales data, channel velocity, promotional calendars, and seasonal patterns
Build replenishment triggers and reorder logic for each channel — ensuring the right inventory is in the right place at the right time
Manage purchase order creation, tracking, and confirmation with Gabb's hardware manufacturing partners and ensure inbound shipments are received, documented, and reconciled on time
Proactively identified and escalate inventory risks: stockouts, overstock, delayed shipments, and fulfillment misallocations before they become customer-facing problems
Own inventory allocation and positioning across all active sales channels: D2C, Amazon, Buy with Prime, third-party marketplaces, affiliates, and new retail channel launches as they come online
Coordinate with the Amazon and marketplace teams to maintain accurate FBA inventory levels and avoid suppression or stockout penalties
Support retail relationships with accurate sell-through reporting and replenishment planning that meets retail compliance requirements
Plan and execute inventory positioning for new retail channel launches, coordinating supply with readiness ahead of go-live dates
Partner with the Growth and Marketing teams to account for influencer and affiliate-driven demand spikes in forecast models
Manage relationships with 3PL fulfillment partners holding them accountable for SLAs, inventory accuracy, and timely order fulfillment
Conduct regular inventory reconciliations across all warehouse and 3PL locations to identify and resolve discrepancies
Evaluate 3PL performance and escalate or recommend changes where partners are not meeting operational standards
Coordinate inbound freight from manufacturer origin through to warehouse receipt, including documentation, customs coordination, and receiving confirmation
Partner with Finance on inventory valuation, COGS accuracy, and landed cost tracking
Work with the product and operations teams to align inventory planning with device launch timelines and product transitions
Provide channel-level inventory data to Sales, Growth, and Marketing to inform promotional planning and campaign timing
Report directly to the COO on inventory health, risk exposure, and operational progress on a regular cadence
Requirements
5+ years of inventory management, supply chain, or operations experience in a consumer products, hardware, or multi-channel retail environment
Demonstrated experience building inventory systems and forecasting processes — not just operating within existing ones
Hands-on experience managing manufacturer relationships and inbound purchase orders in hardware or physical goods context
Multi-channel experience is required: you have managed inventory across at least two of the following: Amazon/FBA, DTC, brick-and-mortar retail, or 3PL-based fulfillment
Proficiency with inventory management software, ERP systems, or supply chain tooling; experience with integrating systems across multiple sales channels
Strong command of Excel or Google Sheets for forecasting, modeling, and reconciliation; experience with BI or reporting tools are a plus
Working knowledge of retail compliance requirements, including big-box vendor standards.
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