The Manager, Inventory Strategy & Operations is a newly created, highly visible role responsible for driving critical inventory-focused strategic projects across R2Net's digital brands. This role will lead and organize end-to-end workflows that support inventory health, accuracy, and operational efficiency across Blue Nile and James Allen. The manager will oversee a team and collaborate closely with Merchandising, Operations, Planning, and Finance to ensure inventory decisions are executed with precision and aligned to business strategy.

This role requires direct experience in the jewelry industry, including a strong understanding of product lifecycle, manufacturing processes, assortment structures, and the nuances of managing high-value inventory.

Requirements

Inventory Strategy & Workflow Ownership

Lead the design, organization, and continuous improvement of inventory workflows across product intake, processing, movement, and reconciliation
Develop and maintain standardized processes that ensure inventory accuracy, visibility, and operational alignment across departments
Drive execution of key initiatives such as inventory optimization, stock accuracy, shrink reduction, and product lifecycle management

Team Leadership

Manage, mentor, and develop a team responsible for day-to-day inventory operations and project execution
Oversee workload management, performance, and cross-functional alignment

Strategic Projects & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Lead high-priority inventory projects (e.g., workflow redesigns, tech process improvements, audit readiness, inventory control models)
Partner closely with Merchandising, Planning, Manufacturing, Operations, Finance, and Tech to ensure inventory strategies are understood, implemented, and monitored
Collaborate with FP&A and Planning to quantify financial impacts and support inventory-related forecasting

Data & Reporting

Work with Analytics and Tech to build dashboards, reporting, and tools that improve visibility into inventory performance and workflow health
Monitor KPIs such as on-hand accuracy, stock availability, DOH, aging, shrink, and operational throughput

Required Experience & Qualifications

5+ years experience in inventory management, supply chain, or operations within the jewelry industry (required)
Strong understanding of jewelry product lifecycle, diamond basics, loose stones, made-to-order (MTO) processes, and inventory handling for high-value goods
Experience managing a team and leading cross-functional projects
Strong process orientation with proven ability to design workflows, implement structure, and build scalability
Analytical capability with experience using ERP/inventory systems (SAP experience a plus)
Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with senior leadership

Core Competencies

Operational rigor & systems thinking
Strong leadership & team development
High attention to detail / accuracy
Ability to manage through ambiguity
Cross-functional collaboration
Ownership, accountability, and follow-through
Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Benefits

At R2Net, many of our roles offer a high-quality, comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, paid time off, retirement planning and opportunities for career advancement. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, employment type, work schedule or location:

Paid time off
Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee discount
Parental leave
Life insurance

Annual base pay: $80,000 - $95,000. Final pay rate shall be determined and is based on experience and qualifications.

At this time, R2NET will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Additional Information: R2NET INC. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. R2NET INC. will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

James Allen

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