Supply Chain Specialist I

Summary of PositionResponsible for purchasing of the supply of materials and supplies from assigned vendors in the most cost effective and timely way. Responsible for inventory performance including inventory turnover GMROI inventory levels and service/in-stock areas of accountabilityEvaluate and execute the purchase of inventory from suppliers/vendors in a timely fashion to support in-stock targets while maximizing turns and minimizing aged inventoryUse daily and weekly reporting to assist in prioritization of good working relationship with all assigned vendors and internal cross functional partnersProblem solving as needed to resolve issues with receiving PO overages and shortages vendor out of stocks projected out of stocks and customer backorders Attendance is an essential function of this position and we rely on all our associates to be at work during their scheduled perform other duties as for positionCollege degree in Business Administration or related field desired1-3 years purchasing experience including experience with a computerized forecasting and purchase order system preferably in a retail and/or distribution to deal assertively and with a sense of urgency with to collaborate with internal departments Ability to multi-task and work effectively with the pressure of time constraints and analytical skillsExcellent communication/organizational skillsMust have knowledge of product sourcing favorable pricing and new product with Microsoft Office productsMust be a local candidate as this will be an in-office or Hybrid role