Senior Inventory Planner

Job description

Job Profile Summary

Achieve company inventory management goals for complex categories which include but are not limited to: exemplary customer service, PO(purchase order) accuracy (cost, quantity, dates), minimal spoilage and shrink, and managing inventory to the lowest possible DSO (day sales outstanding). Execute a replenishment strategy that supports supply chain efficiencies. Train and support the replenishment team on appropriate forecast management, procurement best practices, policies, and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take strategic action to maintain inventory levels while maximizing customer service levels Manage Inventory DSO (daily sales outstanding), aged inventory, obsolete inventory, spoilage and shrink to achieve corporate goals
• Manage forecasting and demand planning for customer events, business shifts, and seasonality changes in collaboration with COE Provide training to planning team on procurement processes to comply with corporate guidelines
• Collaborate with the local, market and corporate cross functional teams and suppliers to maximize supply chain efficiencies.

Demonstrate an advanced level of proficiency of the Manhattan inventory planning tool DPR (demand planning system), to drive teams performance as indicated by DPR scorecards, dashboards and merchandising KPIs Manage SKU count (min 4,000 + SKUs single or multiple Operating Companies) and resolve replenishment issues as required. Performance to be sustained at this level while meeting established Key Performance Indicators.

Execute purchasing of new items and demand changes timely Follow and react to market conditions within established corporate guidelines Manage and understand commodity purchasing dynamics Execute enterprise initiatives Education High school diploma required. Bachelor's degree preferred Experience 5+ years of experience. May substitute an equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of 5 years Inventory Management/Purchasing experience (Bachelors +2 years Inventory Management/Purchasing experience).

Experience working within a retail, wholesale or distribution environment

Professional Skills

• Strong excel skills Inventory Management/Purchasing experience in distribution with 10,000+ SKUs
• Strong communication skills with stakeholders on any gaps in product service level
• Ability to work cross-functionally 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
• Ability to understand/execute standard replenishment processes and best practices
• Strong tactical replenishment execution skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to negotiate with suppliers to execute the inventory depletion process
• Strong understanding of product forecasting #LI-CYS4