Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for achieving company inventory management goals for assigned products which includes but is not limited to: exemplary customer service, PO accuracy (cost, quantity, dates), minimal spoilage and shortages, and managing optimum inventory levels. Execute a replenishment strategy that supports supply chain efficiencies

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Monitor assigned SKU’s for inventory replenishment
• Enters and maintains accurate purchasing parameters (lead times, replenishment location/method, and primary vendor)
• Issue purchase orders with proper requirements and delivery.
• Manage forecasting and demand planning for customer events, business shifts, and seasonality changes
• Develop a working relationship with suppliers
• Actively pursues appropriate charge back of unacceptable costs. Work to improve vendor quality.
• Review late open orders and expedite as needed
• Source for alternative products to resolve inventory shortages
• Work with sales and operations to maximize supply chain efficiencies
• Collaborate with operations to review and resolve inventory issues
• Collaborate with accounting to reconcile invoice variances
• Manage returns to suppliers and supplier inventory allowances
• Pursues continuous improvement in purchasing procedures & efficiency and team functioning
• Keeps purchasing management informed of important developments, potential problems and related information necessary for effective management.
• Develop and maintain a general understanding of industry, products and purchasing techniques

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• 3+ Procurement experience
• Advanced Excel Skills
• Bachelor’s degree OR commensurate combination of education and experience
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders across the enterprise
• Strong attention to details and follow up
• Proactive attitude to highlight and address issues as they arise
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to understand/execute standard replenishment processes and best practices
• Strong tactical replenishment execution skills & understanding of product forecasting
• Ability to negotiate with suppliers to execute the inventory depletion process