P&IC Manager (Product and Inventory Control)

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Who We Are

At Ashley, inspiring the love of home is at the heart of everything we do. As the world's largest manufacturer of home furnishings, we're more than a business - we're a family driven by innovation, competitiveness, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We persevere through challenges, push beyond the status quo, and constantly seek better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Our solutions-first mindset and dedication to growth are why Ashley remains #1 in our industry.

If you're ready to grow, you've come to the right place. With a true "Growth Mindset," Ashley Furniture invests in developing future leaders and helps every team member learn from the best in the business.

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Summary

At Ashley, we build extraordinary teams. We are seeking a Product and Inventory Control Manager in Arcadia, WI to lead cost analysis, product pricing systems, and corporate inventory control strategies across multiple manufacturing locations. This role manages a team of professionals and cross-functional improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, process optimization, and margin improvement, while ensuring strong compliance and alignment between operations, finance, and inventory strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of cost analysis, product pricing systems, and corporate inventory control strategies across multiple manufacturing locations.

• Manage and mentor a team of 4-6 professionals while coordinating cross-functional improvement teams focused on cost reduction, process optimization, and margin improvement.

• Develop and enforce policies to ensure compliance in inventory controls, product costing, labor reporting, and sales/cost of sales processes.

• Conduct internal operational audits and maintain accountability across all divisions.

• Partner with senior leadership, engineering, design, and operations to align business goals with financial and inventory strategies.

• Provide data-driven insights and operational reporting to drive key business decisions.

• Direct internal negotiations related to inventory and costing, and collaborate on pricing with sales and design teams.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 2+ years of progressive leadership experience in inventory control within a large, multi-division manufacturing or warehouse environment.

• Expert knowledge in product costing, bills of materials, inventory systems, labor routing, and overhead application.

• Proven success leading cost reduction and process improvement initiatives.

• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP/inventory control systems.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-performance culture.

Work Environment

This position is located in an active industrial manufacturing and distribution center with moderate to high noise levels, temperature variations, and material handling equipment in operation. The role may require extended periods of standing or walking on concrete floors and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses and steel-toed boots. The fast-paced environment involves time-sensitive and safety sensitive operations and may include various shift schedules to support production and distribution needs.

Pay: Salary DOE

Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Time Off; increases with years of service

• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Tuition Assistance

• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific)

• 401(k) and Profit Sharing

• Life Insurance

Our Core Values

Honesty & Integrity: Acts with transparency, discretion, and ethical judgment. Trusted to handle sensitive information and provide accurate, unbiased insights.

Dirty Fingernail: Takes full accountability for outcomes, not just tasks. Inspects details, ensures data accuracy, and follows through to completion.

Continuous Improvement: Actively seeks better ways to improve templates, tools, and processes. Learns from prior initiatives and embeds lessons into standard work.

Growth & Results Focus: Understands how transformation initiatives drive growth, cost reduction, and profitability. Keeps work aligned to enterprise priorities.

Culture of Leadership: Leads through influence, reliability, and example. Builds trust across functions and supports leaders at every level.

Customer-Centric & Boundaryless: Works across silos for the greater good of the organization. Ensures outputs meet the needs of executives, initiative owners, and teams.

Operational Excellence: Demonstrates strong organizational discipline, attention to detail, and the ability to translate ambiguity into clear, executable tools.

Interested in learning more about Ashley Furniture's Community Engagement programs, Environmental Stewardship, or our Core Values, click the links below:

• Corporate Social Responsibility

• View Our Corporate Brochure

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates, only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Notice to Search Firms: We are not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. We will not pay any placement, referral, or other fees to any search firms unless we have agreed otherwise in a valid, written agreement for the specific position posted and signed by an authorized representative of Ashley Furniture Industries.

Please note this position may not be eligible for current or future employment sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or at any time in the future, as applicable to the posting.