Job description

Responsible for planning and purchasing inventory from multiple supplier base to support multi-tiered distribution network. Will place orders with suppliers, monitor and expedite product when required, and manage supplier relationships.

Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Review inventory position and analyze inventory needs across multiple locations.
• Place purchase orders with suppliers using multiple tools and systems.
• Understand basic principles of supplier lead time, inventory days on hand, demand variability and forecasting.
• Upload sales, inventory, and forecasting data into supplier inventory management systems.
• Develop SKU forecast based on historical sales and recent trends.
• Interact with suppliers to manage portfolio including forecast, ordering, and expediting of material.
• Interact with operations team to manage inventory position and load scheduling.
• Develop short term and long-term volume forecasting models working with senior members of the sales function.
• Review current work practices and look for opportunities to streamline and more effectively manage process.
• Other projects or duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 3+ years of work experience in planning, procurement, supply chain or an analytical role using forecasting systems; OR High School Diploma/GED and 6+ years of work experience in planning, procurement, supply chain or an analytical role using forecasting systems.
• Strong analytical skills with an ability to focus on the details.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with personnel at all levels within the organization to obtain, discuss, and analyze information and process.
• Strong interpersonal and exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand, develop and refine processes.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Advanced skills in the use of MS Excel (pivot tables, formula writing).
• This position must pass a post-offer background and drug test.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of work experience in planning, procurement, supply chain, or an analytical role using forecasting systems.
• Experience with Blue Yonder, SAP, or other planning tools.
• Experience with Power BI, Cognos, or other Business Intelligence tools.
• Proficient in other Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $15.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• West Sacramento, CA 95691: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Demand planning: 1 year (Preferred)
• Forecasting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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