Planner and Purchasing Associate

Planning & Purchasing Associate

Company: Tune Outdoor

Location: Denver, CO

Job Summary

Tune Outdoor, a dynamic and growing company based in Denver, CO. We specialize in creating lightweight, modular truck campers and outdoor equipment. As a small, close-knit team, we embrace a "one for all and all for one" approach, fostering teamwork and cross-department collaboration to drive innovation and success.

We're seeking a skilled and passionate individual to become a valued member of our expanding team. We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Planner & Purchasing Associate to assist in coordinating the procurement of materials and optimizing inventory levels to meet production demands. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a keen understanding of supply chain management principles.

If you are passionate about outdoor equipment and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders in a timely manner, considering lead times, production schedules, and inventory targets.
• Manage customer purchase orders from the front-end CRM through to production.
• Oversee local supply chain procurement, ensuring timely ordering, tracking, and delivery to meet customer installation deadlines.
• Maintain up-to-date account records, ensure timely payment of bills, and establish accounts with new suppliers as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and track usage patterns to identify potential shortages or excesses.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive demand plans to optimize inventory levels and minimize stockouts.
• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and other factors to accurately predict future demand
• Generate reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track performance against targets and identify areas for improvement.
• Work closely with suppliers to address any supply chain disruptions and implement contingency plans as needed.
• Collaborate with other team members or departments to address complex customer concerns
• Escalate unresolved matters to higher-level management when necessary
• Generate reports and documents as requested
• Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving
• Provide feedback on processes to innovate our approaches at all times
• Manage other relevant responsibilities as they arise based on team discussions

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets required
• Prior experience in supply chain purchasing essential
• Background in developing or overseeing inventory systems
• Experience with managing inventory and executing planning models
• 2-4 years of planning experience
• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred
• Proficient in Google Workplace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and Slides), especially Sheets
• Analytically-minded but also able to talk personably and articulately
• Experience working with complicated spreadsheets a plus
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional and collaborative demeanor
• Problem-solving skills and a customer-centric mindset
• Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions
• Excellent time management skills
• Love of the outdoors or an outdoor enthusiast
• Represent the Tune brand with a positive and engaged attitude

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• Stand, bend, and reach for extended periods at trade shows
• Comfortable working in various environmental conditions, including exposure to dust and noise

Job Type

• Full-time

Pay

• $57,784-$70,000

Benefits 

• Full health, dental and vision employer paid insurance coverage after ~60 days
• 9 paid holidays plus a paid winter break (Dec 26th-Dec 31st)
• 2 weeks of paid time off
• $15k in employer paid life insurance
• 3% Simple IRA matching
• Tune M1 Employee Marketing Program

Schedule

• Mostly onsite, with flex WFH days available.

Supplemental pay types

• Discretionary bonus pay based on Tune sales

Join our team at Tune Outdoor and be part of a company that values its employees and takes pride in creating top-quality truck campers for outdoor enthusiasts. If you are eager to grow your career in manufacturing and are committed to producing the best products, we encourage you to apply.