Jim Jennings
About Jim Jennings
Jim Jennings serves as the Director of Inventory at Imperial Dade, a position he has held since 2019. With nearly three decades of experience in inventory management and operations, he has previously worked in various roles at Party City and Rite Aid.
Current Role at Imperial Dade
Jim Jennings serves as the Director of Inventory at Imperial Dade, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he oversees inventory management strategies, ensuring efficient stock levels across various distribution centers. His responsibilities include optimizing inventory processes and enhancing supply chain operations to meet the company's demands.
Previous Experience at Party City
Jim Jennings has extensive experience at Party City, where he held multiple roles over a span of nearly 14 years. He began as a Replenishment Analyst from 2005 to 2006, then transitioned to a Planner for six months in 2006. He later served as a Planning & Allocation Manager for Party Basics from 2007 to 2013, and as a Senior Manager in Everyday Planning & Allocation from 2013 to 2019. His roles involved managing inventory and allocation strategies to support the company's growth.
Rite Aid Management Experience
Jim Jennings worked at Rite Aid for a total of ten years, where he held various managerial positions. He began as a District Manager from 1990 to 1995, overseeing operations in Eastern PA and Western NJ. He also served as a Store Manager from 1995 to 2000 in Bangor, PA, and briefly in Belvidere, NJ. His experience at Rite Aid contributed to his operational and team management skills.
Educational Background
Jim Jennings studied at Bucknell University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) from 1982 to 1986. He also attended William Paterson University of New Jersey. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in inventory management and operations.
Professional Skills and Expertise
Jim Jennings possesses a unique blend of Planning/Allocation and Operations Management experience, spanning nearly three decades. He has a proven track record of building and developing teams, helping staff advance to higher levels in their careers. His extensive experience in centralized replenishment of inventory across multiple distribution centers enhances his capability in inventory management.