Certco Inc.
Job Summary:
Responsible for planning and purchasing assigned lines of products. Maintains responsibility for profitable procurement and timely delivery of products.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Purchase inventory items of assigned suppliers to ensure target service level metrics, turns and spoilage goals are achieved.
• Maintain ERP and purchasing system with accurate short-term demand and lead times.
• Review daily potential out-of-stocks and take appropriate action for quick recovery
• Monitor inventory levels to maintain optimum levels.
• Collaborate with Category Managers to develop seasonal, promotional and long-term forecasts.
• Research sources of supply, cost efficiency alternatives and problem solving solutions to ensure the most effective method of procurement is achieved.
• Follow through on all open orders for status to ensure on-time delivery and expedite as needed.
• Work with the warehouse to resolve any receiving or damage issues on receipts.
• Monitor supplier performance and take proactive steps to ensure highest levels of performance from all suppliers are met.
• Process vendor bill backs when necessary for vendor support on inventory or freight.
• Utilize report systems to analyze results and identify opportunities for increased sales and profit.
• Manage execution plan for overstocks and discontinued items.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of grocery retail operations, with a background in Perishable products. Knowledge of commodity pricing markets including inflation and deflation cycles.
• Knowledge of vendor sources and purchasing procedures.
• Must be familiar with ad planning and gross profit structures.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and coordinate various activities simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate with customers and business contacts in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field and/or 3-5 years of procurement/supply chain related experience preferred. Proficiency in MS Excel and replenishment systems such as JDA and Microsoft Navision Dynamics.
• Must have superior analytical skills, be detail oriented and have the ability to navigate in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Certco is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
To apply for this job please visit www.nexxt.com.
