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Episode 4: Mastering Inventory Management in Your C-Store Network
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Smoke Break - Episode 4: Mastering Multi-Store Inventory Management
Episode Duration: 8 minutes
Join host Mike Hernandez for essential strategies on managing inventory across multiple convenience store locations. Learn how to implement systems that keep your entire store network operating efficiently while maximizing profitability.
Episode Overview
Master critical aspects of multi-store inventory:
- Real-time tracking implementation
- Strategic inventory categorization
- Just-In-Time inventory adaptation
- Cycle counting systems
- Trend analysis techniques
Inventory Control Systems
Learn to implement:
- ABC Analysis across locations
- Real-time POS tracking
- Cycle counting schedules
- Cross-store monitoring
- Trend identification methods
ABC Analysis Framework
Master the three-tier approach:
- A Items: Top 20% revenue generators
- B Items: Steady performers
- C Items: Slow-moving necessities
Just-In-Time Strategies
Develop systems for:
- Supplier relationship management
- Delivery schedule optimization
- Stock level monitoring
- Cross-store balancing
- Emergency stock procedures
Trend Analysis Techniques
Learn to track:
- Location-specific patterns
- Seasonal variations
- Cross-store comparisons
- Product performance metrics
- Stock turnover rates
District Manager Action Item
This week's implementation task:
- Identify top 20 sellers at busiest location
- Create daily cycle counting schedule
- Document counting procedures
- Train store managers on system
- Monitor implementation results
Resources Mentioned
- Visit cstorethrive.com for additional multi-store management resources
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