The Supply Planner will be a key member of our Supply Chain team, responsible for managing inventory and supplier performance across multiple product lines. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and continuously seeks process improvements, with strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Own efficient inventory management and supplier performance across multiple product lines. Ensure high in-stock levels while minimizing excess product/shrinkage due to expiration or obsolescence. Create purchase orders and ensure accurate quantities are assessed for basic, promotional, and seasonal products. Monitor inventory and make daily purchases to maintain inventory turns, while minimizing out-of-stocks.
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of product, resolve shipping issues, advise on appropriate carriers, manage purchase order changes, and review monthly scorecards. Ensure timely delivery of POs to maintain service level goals, and work through corrective action plans as needed. Collaborate with Category Managers & Fulfillment Center leadership team to resolve item, purchase order and vendor related issues where stock and service levels are not being met.