Supply Chain

Director, Replenishment & Inventory Mgmt

Job Description:

This position reports to the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and is responsible to oversee product at the warehouse based on established inventory and service protocols and cost saving.

Minimum requirements:

Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience . Must have sound knowledge of warehouse operations.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Directly manages a team of individuals responsible for the replenishment of products to the stores at the best available cost, under established parameters related to inventory and service levels, and maintenance of the product database
• Coordinates with Category Management Department, Store Operations, Distribution, Accounting, and vendors, all activities related to replenishment of products to stores, including promotional programs
• Acts as liaison with Corporate Brand, WWRE, and direct import activities, to ensure a smooth flow of products
• Achieves company objectives related to service levels, inventory and investment buy activity
• Act as the company "forecaster" to ensure that replenishment systems are operating at optimum efficiency I
• nitiates "cleansing" of data and maintains accuracy of the database elements related to product data, cost, allowance, and vendor files
• Identifies and implements vendor logistics initiatives for improvements in efficiencies in product flow to stores including cross dock and DSD methods
• Trains and develops a professional procurement staff available to eventually replenish products for multiple formats, in various geographic markets

Skills:

• Strong communication skill, both written and verbal
• Proficient PC skills
• Excellent project management skills