We are looking for an Inventory Planner to join our Rexel team in Missouri City, TX! Summary:
The Inventory Planner is responsible for evaluating inventory levels and adjust ERP settings to obtain inventory, replenishment, and customer service goals for the region. The Inventory Planner oversees the management of unproductive inventory by working across regions to coordinate transferring inventory and coordinates supplier returns within the region.
What You'll Do:Monitor inventory budgets/KPIs and adjusts inventory settings to achieve regional goalsExplain and instruct the following purchasing practices and philosophies: Review items for purchase, initiate changes as identified, initiate parameter adjustments as needed in conjunction with Region and Procurement leadership, vendor metrics, negotiating, monitoring and maintainingIdentify areas for improvement and develops solutions related to replenishment failuresEffectively present and discuss corporate inventory management goals and guidelines including: inventory goals, turns and/or day investment, major vendor changesInstruct associates directly responsible for purchasing, inventory management/Inventory control, all other aspects of divisional procurementTravel as necessary to accomplish the following tasks: vendor/ Mfg rep alignments, branch associate training, HQ meetings (as necessary), branch/vendor rapportManage unproductive inventory by working across regions to coordinate transferring inventory and coordinates supplier returns within the regionCommunicate consistently and timely with associates to keep them advised of current issues, initiatives, and pertinent topics. Communicates regularly with branch associates via conference call, web casts, e-mails/newsletters, and/or on-site visitsProvide strategic procurement and sales related reports as requestedEnsure compliance to all laws and Rexel USA policies and proceduresConsistently display a customer service attitude toward the branches and develops a rapport with DVP, function Divisional Managers, Area Managers, and all branch and sales associatesComfortable with all aspects of vendor relations including: Negotiating local/regional programs, resolving vendor/rep/branch disputes, communicating corporate expectations of our partner vendors and programs with said vendors, and communicating the relationship between our partner vendors and the Hub NetworkDepartment awareness; looks for opportunities to offer advice and trainingOther duties as assigned
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The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.