Conclusion

           

                                    

 

 

           Nike, as a whole company, drives for innovation. With that, their inventory management must be on point. This should be strongly emphasized because of their customers’ high demand for their products. Nike Factory Store, although just a factory, shares the same initiative. Customers strive for Nike products and expect the store to have enough inventory on-hand. Therefore, inventory management does affect the store’s profit margin which is closely watched by the Operations Manager.

            During our interview with Ms. Good, she spoke about the pros and cons of the inventory management at the Nike Factory Store. The S&R department has been in effect since the store opened. Nonetheless, it effectively helps manage inventory. Although there are times when there is an overload of shipment, this process has overall increased store sales. It was interesting how Nike Factory processed their shipment and how they stored their inventory. Not many people realize that retail stores have real processes in order to manage their inventory. At Nike Factory, they have their own unique way of dealing with it have shown true success.