Buyer

This role follows a hybrid work model offering flexibility to work remotely while coming together in the office in Red Wing MN on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for collaboration. There may also be occasional in-person Moments that Matter and key business needs throughout the year that require additional days in the office. Candidates should live within commuting distance of Red Wing MN at the time of hire. At Red Wing regardless of working in roles that are fully remote onsite or hybrid what matters most is working together staying connected and putting care into everything we do.

General Purpose of the Job

The Planner is responsible for managing purchase orders and inventory for Red Wing branded footwear workwear accessories and related products. This role ensures optimal inventory levels by balancing demand forecasts inventory on hand products in transit and supplier capacity. Success requires strong analytical skills attention to detail and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and suppliers to support customer demand inventory performance and supply chain continuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels and purchasing decisions using MRP/Logility demand planning tools.
• Execute purchase orders and releases to maintain product availability while optimizing inventory investment.
• Monitor demand inventory supplier capacity and lead times to support on-time delivery and service levels.
• Partner with Demand Planning Merchandising Sales Sourcing and suppliers to manage existing products and support new product launches.
• Track supplier performance and drive improvements in delivery quality cost and service.
• Resolve purchase order receipt and invoice discrepancies with suppliers warehouse and finance teams.
• Monitor backorders and expedite shipments as needed to meet customer demand.
• Maintain accurate purchasing documentation including pricing terms and delivery requirements.
• Support annual budget planning through pricing analysis and standard setting.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships including supplier site visits as needed.
• Collaborate with Product Creation Logistics and Finance to ensure compliance with procurement processes and best practices.
• Support company values and complete additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Finance Accounting or Economics (or) two years equivalent with related work experience
• Computer skills and experience with MRP systems (Infor) Logility Excel and other MS applications
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others and work effectively with cross functional teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Continuous improvement skills and ability to lead change
• Problem solving cost analysis and action planning
• Understanding of and experience in applying procurement principles
• Supplier contract negotiation experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Finance Accounting or Economics
• ASCM (Association Supply Chain Management)
  • CPIM (Certified Purchasing Inventory Management) or CSP (Certified Supply Chain Management)  

Additional Information :

Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in completing an application may contact or call .

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP at  offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check and drug screen.

Red Wing Shoe Company Inc. is a drug-free workplace.

Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time