Inventory Planner - Columbia Safety and Supply
Columbia, MO 65202
About the Job
Description
The Columbia Safety & Supply family of companies focuses on client relationships that provide safety equipment, tools, and gear to businesses in 70+ countries around the globe. Since our start in 2005, we have grown into a family of seven brands and eight locations throughout North America!
Our group is leading change in industrial distribution through tenacity, technology, and hard work. Together our international team makes up an exciting, high-growth powerhouse with a global headquarters in Columbia, MO.
As an Inventory Planner on our team, you will be accountable for setting priorities, working autonomously and independently, and making an immediate impact on the team and the business.
As an Inventory Planner on our team, you will be accountable for setting priorities, working autonomously and independently, and making an immediate impact on the team and the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the day-to-day purchasing activities of assigned vendors/categories by initiating and placing purchase orders, work orders, and store transfers.
- Negotiates terms, conditions, and pricing with our Product Management team with new suppliers, and manages completely with existing suppliers.
- Determine and maintain the appropriate purchasing parameters (stock levels) for stocked products.
- Monitor supplier performance and coordinate corrective action for unsatisfactory performance.
- Support and initiate cost containment and cost reduction opportunities.
- Contact vendors to ensure timely PO's delivery or advise of changed due dates.
- Monitor the receipt of incoming materials and follows up on late shipments.
- Process vendor and warranty returns; follow up with suppliers to ensure proper credit memos/warranty replacements are received.
- Maintain positive and collaborative relationships with suppliers, salespersons, and other team members throughout the organization.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Business, or related field and a minimum of 1 year experience in supply chain, purchasing, or inventory management.
- Excellent organizational skills, ability to plan ahead
- Skilled in MS Office tools and similar, including G-Suite
- Experience in Planning Software is a plus
- CPIM or CSCP preferred
Why it's great to build your career with us:
- Health, Vision & Dental Insurance with company contributions
- Company HSA Contributions
- Add On Insurance Options: Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.
- Free Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 access
- Paid Time off: Starts accruing on day one
- Volunteer Paid Time Off: Give back to our community & get paid!
- 401k Matching Options with no Vesting Requirements
Source : Columbia Safety and Supply