Inventory Manager in Chicago, Illinois at Nuage Designs Inc

T H E R O L E

The Opportunity

The Inventory Manager is responsible for ownership of all inventory systems, controls, and processes. This role ensures accuracy, visibility, and integrity of inventory across all locations, including Chicago and Miami.

This role owns inventory accuracy, system integrity, and quality control of all rental products, ensuring items meet company standards for rental readiness.

The position manages cycle counting, system updates, transfers, and product disposition while working closely with the Warehouse Manager to ensure alignment between system data and physical inventory.

W H A T Y O U ' L L D O

Duties & Responsibilities

Inventory Systems and Control

• Own and manage all inventory systems (WMS/ERP)

• Maintain system integrity through accurate transactions and reporting

• Establish and enforce inventory control procedures

• Serve as subject matter expert for inventory systems

Cycle Counting and Accuracy

• Develop and manage cycle count programs

• Analyze discrepancies and lead root cause investigations

• Partner with Warehouse Manager to resolve variances

• Maintain inventory accuracy metrics

Inventory Transactions and Updates

• Ensure accurate processing of all inventory transactions

• Oversee system updates for receiving, transfers, and adjustments

• Maintain accurate product data and locations

Inter-Location Transfers (Chicago ↔ Miami)

• Manage and track inventory transfers between locations

• Ensure accurate documentation and reconciliation

• Coordinate with Logistics and Warehouse teams

• Resolve transfer discrepancies

Product Disposition and Quality Control

• Own quality control standards for all rental inventory

• Classify items as rent ready, cleaning required, repair/refurbishment, or discard

• Establish product condition standards

• Coordinate with QC, Warehouse, and Repair teams

• Track damage, loss, and lifecycle trends

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Warehouse Manager to align physical and system inventory

• Ensure alignment between physical inventory and WMS

• Collaborate with Miami Inventory Manager for consistency across locations

• Partner with Director of Inventory on strategy and reporting

• Communicate inventory risks and discrepancies

W H O Y O U A R E

Qualifications & Experience

R e q u i r e d

• Bilingual English/Spanish

• 3–5 years inventory control or operations experience

• Strong experience with WMS systems

• Experience with cycle counting and inventory accuracy programs

• Experience managing multi-location inventory

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the workday

• Frequently required to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 lbs unassisted; team lift required for items exceeding 50 lbs.

• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights consistent with warehouse racking environments

• Must be able to operate powered industrial equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks.

• Must be able to remain on feet for extended periods and move throughout a large warehouse facility

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

• This position operates in a warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, dust, and moving equipment.

• The employee may occasionally be required to work in outdoor loading dock areas subject to varying weather conditions.

• Personal Protective equipment (PPE) including safety footwear, high visibility vests, and gloves is required in designated areas.

• Schedule flexibility is required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.

T H E O F F E R

Why Nuage Designs

Nuage is pleased to offer the following compensation package:

• Salary range: $-$, commensurate with experience.

• Benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• 401K with company match

• PTO

• Holiday Pay

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Employment with Nuage Designs is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Nothing in this job description constitutes an a contract of employment or a guarantee of continued employment.

Nuage Designs in an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, Nuage Designs provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of this position, to participate in the application or interview process, or to enjoy dqual benefits and privileges of employment, please contact People & Culture. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case by case basis and will not affect the applicant’s consideration for employment.