Inventory Planning & Replenishment Analyst
Location
Santa Ana, CA | United States
Job description
INVENTORY PLANNING & REPLENISHMENT ANALYST
Report to: Inventory Planning & Replenishment Manager
The Buyer role will assist the Inventory Planning & Replenishment manager in daily tasks and requirements, including but not limited to, the following:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist Inventory Planning & Replenishment Manager and branch managers maintain inventory stocking profiles that support customer requirements and ensure world class delivery & service
- Manage optimal inventory levels at branch locations; maximize inventory turns, while maintaining stock levels required to service customer demand
- Analyze market trends and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability and schedule replenishment orders accordingly
- Receive and validate incoming requisitions
- Prepare & place purchase orders
- Manage cost and address AP to PO issues
- Prevent & reduce excess & obsolete inventory
- Answer supplier and customer inquiries
- Process data entry requests and conduct system inquiries
- Follow up with suppliers on open order & delivery status
- Adhere to company’s procurement policies and procedures
- Manage activities to meet or exceed Inventory Report metrics
- Respond promptly to internal inquiries
- Assist in other tasks or projects under the supply chain group including but not limited to inventory control functions
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree or high school diploma, 3-5 years’ experience in distribution business with 2+ years purchasing experience.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs is required, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
- Strong Customer Service skills and problem resolution
- Demonstrated ability to perform and adapt in a changing environment
- Must be able to work independently and be a self-starter
- Ability to be effective without immediate supervision
- Available to travel as necessary for occasional meetings, audits, cycle counts
- Work remotely and may be required in office – must reside in the Pacific region (specifically Santa Ana CA or in Southern CA)
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