Inventory Manager
About the job
- At least 1-2 years of experience managing in a similar role.
- Previous experience in a retail clothing environment.
- Follow AVN presentation standards and maintain a professional appearance.
- Strong product knowledge, including stock keeping units and third-party items.
- Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and organizational ability.
- Analytical and computer skills.
- Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, reach, climb, walk, and stand for long durations.
- Ability to move and lift equipment and supplies up to 30 pounds.
- Vision abilities including close, distance, color peripheral, and depth perception.
- Partner with the Store Manager and Ordering Manager on inventory needs.
- Maintain back stock and ensure timely product placement with management.
- Lead inventory counts, audits, cycle counts, and return authorization processes.
- Oversee and delegate shipment processing and purchase order creation.
- Ensure the sales floor is consistently stocked and filled in real time.
- Track weekly sales reports to optimize stock levels.
- Train staff on inventory systems, procedures, and product knowledge.
- Support store events, meetings, and company initiatives.
- Maintain awareness of product trends and visual standards.
- Support omnichannel sales and fulfillment processes.
- Carry out other duties as requested.
About the company
Aviator Nation creates casual, retro-inspired fashion with a 1970s vibe. It designs hoodies, sweatpants, and t-shirts and makes them by hand in California, using premium materials and a special washing process to give a soft, worn-in feel. The products are sold directly to consumers through online and brick-and-mortar stores, which helps the brand maintain control over style, pricing, and customer experience. The brand sets itself apart with its distinct vintage look, handmade California craftsmanship, and a loyal following among celebrities. Its goal is to grow as a lifestyle label by offering comfortable, nostalgic apparel directly to customers while maintaining brand consistency and quality.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
Founded
2007
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Aviator Nation expanded to thirteen MLB team capsules on May 15, 2026.
- The January 31, 2026 NFL Super Bowl collection broadened sports licensing beyond baseball.
- East Hampton and roughly twenty stores support premium pricing and omnichannel sales.
What critics are saying
- adidas v Aviator Nation entered discovery disputes on March 30, 2026, over three-stripe claims.
- Aviator Nation breached prior adidas settlements, risking injunctions, damages, and forced design changes.
- Overreliance on licensed sports capsules creates existential brand dilution if partners like MLB exit.
What makes Aviator Nation unique
- Paige Mycoskie still makes Aviator Nation handmade in Los Angeles, preserving scarcity.
- The brand owns a distinct 1970s California aesthetic across loungewear, sports, and lifestyle.
- Twenty retail locations give Aviator Nation direct control over merchandising and customer experience.
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Benefits
- Flexible Work Hours
- Professional Development Budget