Replenishment Buyer I- Remote
Company: UNFI
Location: Providence
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Purpose:Responsible for order placement and inventory level
functions to include the creation of daily purchase orders, and
weekly warehouse transfers. Manages the day-to-day activities of
inventory replenishment for selected categories utilizing an
exception-based replenishment system. Responsible to analyze
reports and sales trends to make effective procurement decisions.
Manages in stock position for all assigned suppliers and/or
categories to provide efficient service to internal and external
customers.Job Responsibilities:Ensures compliance with company's
procurement process by approving, reviewing and processing purchase
orders for internal and external customers.Accountable for targeted
fill rates/service levels/order placement.Reviews and analyzes
daily and weekly reports to check service levels and inventory
turns, adjusts as needed.Excellent analytical and problem-solving
skills, experience in taking initiative and making appropriate
decisions.Ensures appropriate inventory levels are maintained as
product arrives as scheduled allowing for appropriate lead
time.Pass I/O training with a high level of comprehension.Monitors
product data to ensure individual goals are met for fill rate,
in-stock and order placement.Utilize reports to ensure product data
is accurate.Meets deadlines and completes special projects as
assigned.Organize and prioritize purchase orders, maintain
inventories, monitor usage inconsistencies, price changes, pack
changes and vendor back orders.Computer literate in Microsoft
Office, Excel, Word, Outlook, Adobe reader and the ability to learn
proprietary host systems.Procure and manage inventory investment
buys to attain projected category profitability as neededApproves
Account Payable variance processes for distribution sourced items
as neededJob Requirements:Education/ Certifications:Bachelor s
degree in related field preferredExperience:One (1) or more
years
experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities
specified.Skills/ Abilities:Proficient in Microsoft Office with
strong Excel, Word skills, and OutlookStrong interpersonal and
communication skills that aid in the ability to work within diverse
environmentsAbility to analyze and solve problemsAbility to
investigate and analyze information and to draw conclusionsAbility
to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential
informationStrong organizational and planning skillsAbility to
recognize future trends.Ability to make decisions under
pressureAbility to resolve customer complaints and concernsAbility
to complete moderately complex administrative paperworkFlexible,
resilient and comfortable working in grey areas that are constantly
changingStrong collaboration skills to partner with
cross-functional teamAll qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is
an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive
and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Keywords: UNFI, Providence , Replenishment Buyer I- Remote, Other , Providence, Rhode Island
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