Inventory Purchasing & Planner

Summary

This position is a member of our inventory and accounting team responsible for the planning, purchasing and analyzing inventory levels with a focus on minimizing costs, while maintaining product availability during periods of fluctuating demand. This position will be key in the development of inventory controls and procedures for all Harris locations.

Role and Responsibilities

• Maintain effective inventory management and optimal inventory levels.
• Responsible for maintaining ERP inventory system controls and maintenance; create/maintain inventory master records.
• Review inventory management reports daily to ensure variances are addressed and inventory availability is adequate and timely.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory levels and stock movements to support decisionmaking surrounding inventory levels.
• Review daily sales margins and work with the locations/accounting to explain margin variances and identify corrective actions.
• Review/perform inventory receipts to ensure accurate and timely transactions, as well as accurate costing, are recorded.
• Review all requests for inventory variance adjustments and work with parts and service teams to identify root cause.
• Interact with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of inventory items and resolve any issues with supply or quality.
• Manage and communicate supplier backorders in a timely fashion and escalate expedite requests as business needs warrant.
• Assist in the coordination of physical inventory counts in the event one is necessary.
• Generate/ review inventory activity reports to identify/project inventory trends to establish adequate inventory levels.
• Perform data analysis to improve inventory management processes.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify opportunities for reducing stock and improving inventory turns.
• Assist in the development and implementation of inventory processes and systems for effective inventory management.
• Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
  
  

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• Essential to have strong analytical skills and be able to effectively communicate findings.
• Able to approach problems objectively and work logically to find a solution.
• Proficient in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks.
• Proven experience in implementing processes and procedures.
• Capable of working both with various team members with various inventory experience as well as independently
• Able to work with team members in a positive and professional manner.
• Experience in the manufacturing environment a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and data mining; ability to translate data into conclusions or actions for improvement.
• Applicants are required to have computer skills in Microsoft Applications, especially advanced Excel skills such as Macros, Filters, V lookup, Pivot tables.
• Minimum of associate degree or more than five (5) years’ experience in working with/analyzing and managing inventory.
• Previous experience with ERP systems or possess working knowledge of MRP logic.
• Applicants with Certified Materials Resource Planner (CMRP), Certified Purchasing Inventory Management (CPIM) or APIC certification/coursework will be given strong consideration for this role.