Strategic Sourcing Coordinator I

Position: Strategic Sourcing Coordinator
Location: Dallas TX 75261
Duration: 8 Months

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Position Summary

We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Coordinator to support category management inventory operations and vendor coordination activities. This role is responsible for driving customer engagement and sales growth within assigned product categories while ensuring product availability accurate reporting and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical organizational and communication skills with experience working in fast-paced environments.

Key Responsibilities

Category & Inventory Management

• Manage day-to-day category operations including purchase orders inventory levels and reporting through AX BI and SQL systems.
• Monitor inventory movement transfers and imports to maintain product availability across locations.
• Resolve discrepancies related to orders pricing costs and inventory records.
• Track back orders and maintain accurate system data.
• Coordinate inventory allocation and balancing among multiple warehouses or distribution centers.
• Monitor expiring or aging inventory to minimize losses.

Financial & Reporting Responsibilities

• Support accurate financial reporting related to assigned product categories.
• Work closely with finance teams to resolve invoice discrepancies credits and accounting issues.
• Track excess or aging inventory and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Prepare and review operational and financial reports for management.

Communication & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with internal teams including sales purchasing finance marketing and warehouse operations.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and coordinate regular communication regarding pricing inventory and product updates.
• Participate in meetings and provide updates on category performance forecasting and product planning initiatives.
• Support cross-functional projects and operational initiatives as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with operational escalations and urgent business needs (fire drills).
• Support safety procedures and special projects.
• Review daily reports and emails attend meetings and follow up on ongoing tasks and action items.
• Coordinate with warehouse teams to address inventory or shipment-related issues.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with inventory management purchasing or sourcing coordination preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and reporting systems such as AX BI or SQL is a plus.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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