The position drives purchasing process control, purchasing strategy adherence, maintains integrity of planning data within the ERP system.
Responsibilities include:
Establish processes across purchasing team to effectively manage inventory levels while improving product turn metrics and, customer order fulfillment (serviceability) rates.
Provides leadership to the supply team and leads the team in executing best practices and measuring performance through agreed upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Establish performance benchmarks and work with our suppliers through a scorecard system, allowing for more effective vendor management of 3rd party suppliers.
Ensure serviceability and delivery deadlines are met/exceeded. Ensure that all inbound delivery receipts for inbound freight and backorders are correctly communicated internally. The ability to negotiate for better pricing and buying terms are a must.
Collaborate with Product Managers' efforts related to sourcing and life cycle management of 1,000's of SKUs across key product categories - gloves, clothing, eyewear, hearing protection and "other" - and general merchandise products to support correct inventory levels, forecasting and overall serviceability.
Qualification Requirements
5-7+ years' experience within purchasing/supply chain environments.
Managing Inbound 3PL vendors to ensure inventory serviceability.
Prior experience buying from international suppliers