Inventory Specialist

Profile

,AnswerValue:\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\line-height:107%\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuild a Bigger, Better, Bolder Future\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\line-height:107%\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eImagine working for a company that measures its success based off the growth of its colleagues, a company that invests in its future by investing in you. Blue Line Distribution is a company where our colleagues make an impact.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\line-height:107%\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003e\u003cb\u003eYour Mission:\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\line-height:107%\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eResponsible for the management of company inventory. This includes the evaluation of inventory levels, determining product needs, placing purchase orders with suppliers that adhere to established lead times, adhering to inventory level goals set forth by the company, and working with internal departments to ensure timely deliveries. Position handles time-sensitive and confidential pricing information.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\line-height:107%\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow You’ll Make an Impact:\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eEvaluate inventory levels and forecast usage for all products in assigned categories and/or distribution centers. Be aware of upcoming promotions, holidays, and/or other factors that might impact the weekly demand and/or order patterns.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eAnalyze inventory trends and identify ways to reduce costs associated with transporting and storing inventory, while still providing high levels of customer service. Advise department managers of low turnover and inactive products or any unusual trends associated with inventory.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eDecide on appropriate amounts of product to order and place purchase orders with suppliers to replenish inventory as needed while holding inventory levels to goals as outlined by the Company. Assist distribution centers in minimizing product spoilage due to shelf-life and ordering problems.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eMaintain item database in the ERP system and ensure orders are acknowledged. Completes tasks associated with phasing in and out items as requested, while working to build accurate models for calculating projections, pack size and lead times.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003ePartner with supply chain, DC directors, and operations/management to generate appropriate solutions to problems, and identify solutions when out of stock, shelf-life, supplier minimum quantity requirements and over stock issues arise.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eWork with transportation team to ensure on-time deliveries of company managed loads, vendor managed loads, and inter-DC transfers.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eCollaborate with the international team and distributors to enter orders when necessary, assist in solving logistical issues between suppliers and international markets, and be aware of company promotions, tests, and new items that impact demand from international markets.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\line-height:107%\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho You Are:\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\tab-stops:list .5in\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eAssociates or Bachelor’s degree in Materials and Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management or related field.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\tab-stops:list .5in\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eMinimum of two (2) years of experience in inventory management or a related field.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\tab-stops:list .5in\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eStrong Microsoft Excel, including advanced Excel skills and strong mathematical aptitude.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\tab-stops:list .5in\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eExcellent record of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to establish ongoing relationships with vendors and utilize vendors as needed to ensure available quantities of supplies are in warehouse.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\tab-stops:list .5in\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eGood verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of audiences.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\tab-stops:list .5in\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eEvidence of ability to plan and prioritize work, handling multiple issues at once.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli class=\MsoNoSpacing\ style=\margin-left:8px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\tab-stops:list .5in\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\line-height:107%\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhere You’ll Work:\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli style=\margin-bottom:11px\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-size:11pt\\u003e\u003cspan style=\tab-stops:list .5in\\u003e\u003cspan style=\line-height:107%\\u003e\u003cspan style=\font-family:Calibri,sans-serif\\u003eWorks in a normal office environment where there is no physical discomfort due to temperature, noise, dust, and the like.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e,

Company info

Detroit Tigers, Inc.