Inventory and Purchasing Manager

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Compensation: starting at $75,000/year

Position Information: Controls all aspects of inventory to include overseeing forecasting and ordering of products from our suppliers, and overseeing the inventory and breakage department.

Benefit Eligible: Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription; 401k with company match; Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; and more!

Primary Contribution to Amoskeag Beverages:

• Maintain proper inventory levels established by management and trends
• Manage all aspects of the inventory department
• Manage all aspects of the breakage department as it relates to output, efficiency and daily recording
• Develop methods to decrease cost and improve efficiency
• Oversee forecasting and ordering of all products from suppliers
• Oversee annual supplier and finance audits

Duties and Responsibilities

• Stay up-to-date on supplier trends and new product
• Understand all aspects of protocols as they relate to supplier claims
• Execute daily inventory analysis and share information with senior management as needed
• Oversee stock item master list and maintain proper descriptions of products
• Oversee job assignments of daily inventory transactions
• Work closely with the inventory specialist to ensure all counts are completed and discrepancies are resolved
• Analyze and explain inventory discrepancies
• Ensure all inventory milestones and goals are met
• Understand the code date initiative set by suppliers
• Ensure adherence to approved budgets
• Entering PO(s) from suppliers into the RAS System (EoStar) and update changes in a timely manner
• Work closely with and maintain strong communications with sales and chain managers as it relates to promotions and new product introduction to sustain sales goals
• Work closely with the Warehouse Manager as it relates to the warehouse layout and set-up
• Collaborate with Human Resources as it relates to the hiring process and interviewing for any positions that directly report to this role
• Manage the work scheduled of direct reports
• Attend all trainings and meetings related to your job responsibilities and the department
• Able to answer questions as it relates to inventory, breakage, routing and food grade safety
• Ensure proper paperwork is completed in accordance to all state, federal and supplier regulations and protocols
• Other duties as assigned by management

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong analytical and math skills
• Foundation of auditing and accounting principals
• Proficiency in MS Office Programs to include creating charts and excel documents for reporting purposes and other computer skills, as well as experience working with RFID devices
• Strong verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Minimum of an associate’s degree in business or accounting or applicable experience
• Understanding of Policy both internally and policies of suppliers and vendors
• Forklift Certified

Working Conditions

• Warehouse environment with office space
• Occasional outdoor working conditions
• Business Casual attire
• Weekend work

Job Title: Inventory & Purchasing Manager

Department: Office

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Direct Report: Inventory Specialist, Purchasing Specialist, Breakage Associates