In this role, You will influence internal and external stakeholders and leadership to buy in to your strategic direction, build a buying and sourcing strategy for a new category while ensuring flawless execution and continuously analyzing key metrics to drive improvements for your business.
Key job responsibilities
Inventory Management
- Lead daily inventory health metrics and accuracy
- Drive strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce excess/aged inventory
- Implement and maintain inventory control processes
- Monitor shrinkage and damage rates
Data Analysis & Forecasting
- Analyze historical data to predict future inventory needs
- Create demand forecasts and recommend order quantities
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Identify trends and opportunities for improvement
Cross-functional Leadership
- Partner with operations, transportation, and procurement teams
- Drive alignment between planning and execution teams
- Escalate and resolve inventory-related issues across networks
- Lead projects to improve instock performance
Process Improvement
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures
- Identify root causes of inventory discrepancies
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives
- Train and coach team members on inventory management best practices
Basic qualifications
- 5+ years of supply chain, inventory management or project management experience- 5+ years of with Excel experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience working with complex data sets
Preferred qualifications
- Knowledge of the principles of statistical inventory control- Experience with process improvement techniques such as Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
- Experience with SQL
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