Thrive Market · 2 hours ago
Inventory Control & Quality Assurance Manager
Reno, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$85K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expThrive Market is an online, membership-based market dedicated to making healthy and sustainable living accessible. The Inventory Control & Quality Assurance Manager will oversee inventory processes, lead teams in achieving operational excellence, and implement best practices to ensure efficiency and accuracy in product handling.
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Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop a team of ICQA, Replenishment, and Slotting Supervisors and Associates to ensure operational excellence, employee engagement, and adherence to company standards
Own and continuously improve the FC’s inventory accuracy strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and financial reporting standards
Establish and track KPIs for inventory accuracy, cycle count completion, slotting efficiency, and quality compliance; analyze trends to drive proactive decision-making
Act as a cross-functional liaison between fulfillment operations, procurement, merchandising, and corporate inventory teams to align product availability, storage optimization, and demand forecasting
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for inventory control and quality assurance, ensuring compliance across all departments
Manage and oversee all physical and systemic inventory movement, including receipts, transfers, adjustments, and returns
Direct cycle count programs and variance analysis; identify root causes of discrepancies and implement corrective and preventive actions
Lead process improvement projects focused on inventory accuracy, slotting optimization, and replenishment efficiency using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Oversee space planning and cube utilization strategies that improve productivity and throughput while ensuring safety and quality standards are met
Partner with Quality teams to ensure proper handling of damaged, expired, or recalled products, maintaining compliance with regulatory and company standards
Partner with the IT and Engineering teams to enhance WMS functionality (HighJump) and reporting accuracy; support the implementation of system upgrades and automation initiatives
Utilize data analytics to monitor trends, identify gaps, and propose strategic solutions that reduce errors, improve quality metrics, and optimize operational performance
Collaborate with Finance and Corporate Inventory teams to reconcile financial inventory reports and ensure accurate valuation and accounting
Build a culture of accountability, engagement, and safety within the ICQA teams
Lead by example—driving Thrive Market’s core values of Authenticity and Tenacity in all aspects of leadership and decision-making
Champion innovation by encouraging team-driven problem-solving and the use of data to guide process improvements
Partner with other site leaders to ensure best practices are shared and consistently applied across the network
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of progressive leadership experience in inventory management, distribution, or fulfillment center operations
Strong understanding of WMS platforms (High Jump preferred), ERP systems, and data analytics tools (Excel, Power BI, or equivalent)
Proven success managing and developing high-performing teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to use data to drive results
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence cross-functional partners and frontline teams alike
Deep knowledge of warehouse slotting, replenishment, and quality control processes
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to lift, bend, reach, push, pull, squat, and walk throughout a shift
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods (8+ hours per day)
Work within a warehouse environment for the duration of the shift
Preferred
Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement certification preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability)
Competitive pay + equity
401k match
Multiple work schedules available
Opportunities for advancement. We have programs that will start you on a path and train you along the way
Coverage for Life Coaching & Therapy Sessions on our holistic mental health and well-being platform
Free Thrive Market membership and discount on private label products
Casual atmosphere and great people to work with
Company
Thrive Market
Thrive Market is a membership-based online company that offers natural and organic food products.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$241.4MKey Investors
InvusGreycroft
2019-10-24Convertible Note· $20M
2018-07-02Series B· $42.4M
2017-05-30Series B· $20M
Leadership Team
Nick Green
Co-Founder and CEO
Sasha Siddhartha
Co-Founder and CTO
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