Liquidations Manager

Charleston, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full-time

Description

Maxwood Furniture is a rapidly growing furniture company with an expanding portfolio of brands such as Max & Lily Plank Beam and Maxtrix. Since launching over two decades ago we have established multiple sales channels including our DTC websites and third-party marketplaces. Were passionate about creating an inspiring and engaging shopping experience for our customers bringing their home décor dreams to life with stunning on-trend pieces.

We are seeking a new member to add to our Operations team. Are you ready to be a part of something amazing

Position Overview

The Liquidations Manager is a high-impact role responsible for the strategy and execution of converting discontinued inventory into cash in a disciplined data-driven manner. This position owns the end-to-end liquidation process once products exit the full-price assortment balancing speed of cash recovery volume reduction margin protection and operational efficiency. The role serves as the central point of accountability for liquidation outcomes and works cross-functionally with merchandising inventory operations logistics finance and customer-facing teams to ensure discontinued inventory is handled deliberately and efficiently without disrupting core business productivity.

Key Performance Measurements

This position is evaluated on the ability to:

Convert discontinued inventory into cash efficiently and predictably
Balance liquidation speed recovery value and operational impact
Provide clear visibility reporting and communication on liquidation strategy progress and results

Responsibilites

Own the liquidation strategy and execution for all inventory designated as Discontinued from status change through final disposition
Develop and manage liquidation pathways including discounted channels bulk sales secondary marketplaces internal promotions donations or disposal based on inventory characteristics timing and business objectives
Prioritize liquidation efforts based on inventory volume age value space constraints and cash recovery goals
Partner with inventory marketing channel merchandising and finance teams to align on liquidation objectives pricing strategies and recovery targets
Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure liquidation activity minimizes disruption to core fulfillment operations and labor productivity
Monitor and report on key liquidation KPIs including liquidation rate recovery percentage time-to-cash inventory aging and warehouse space freed
Identify operational bottlenecks inefficiencies or risks related to liquidation activity and recommend process or workflow improvements
Serve as the primary point of contact for cross-functional stakeholders regarding discontinued inventory status plans and outcomes
Support decision-making around when and how items should transition from active assortment to discontinued status based on downstream liquidation implications
Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to liquidation workflows decision criteria and reporting

Requirements

Demonstrates knowledge of and supports company-wide vision values standards policies procedures and confidentiality requirements
Bachelors degree or higher in a related field such as Business Operations Supply Chain Finance or Analytics
35 years of experience in inventory management operations liquidation off-price or supply chain-related roles
Experience managing or executing inventory disposition liquidation or excess and obsolete inventory strategies
Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate trade-offs between speed margin and operational impact
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook); strong Excel skills required
Demonstrates strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in ambiguous or time-sensitive situations
Effective communicator able to influence cross-functional partners without direct authority
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple liquidation initiatives concurrently
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

Benefits

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Ability to Commute: Daniel Island SC 29492 (Required)

Required Experience:

Manager

Full-timeDescriptionMaxwood Furniture is a rapidly growing furniture company with an expanding portfolio of brands such as Max & Lily Plank Beam and Maxtrix. Since launching over two decades ago we have established multiple sales channels including our DTC websites and third-party marketplaces. Wer...