What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Specialist position at Bass Pro Shops?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Inventory Specialist is responsible for managing the inventory levels for all channels of distribution within Bass Pro Shops.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Executes all daily aspects of domestic and import replenishment including flow of products from overseas through import and warehouse facilities.
Develops and executes strategies as necessary for various events.
Manages inventory levels at both store and DC while maintaining store in stocks goals and customer fill rate goals.
Interacts daily with buyers on new item purchases, identifying seasonality of goods, and inventory flow regarding promotional activity.
Performs daily tasks that include Purchase Order system updates and accuracy including manual purchase order entry, purchase order adjustments, arrival date accuracy and general overall purchase order maintenance.
Analyzes and reviews daily/weekly/monthly/yearly reports and screens to identify inventory imbalances while controlling inventory at store and warehouse level and resolving in stock issues.
Monitors, manages and adjusts on order quantities to reflect direct business sales and retail sales for core business and advertised promotions.
Performs routine and non-routine replenishment tasks.
ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: Four year degree and/or 0 to 2 years’ experience with purchasing or inventory control highly preferred
Must have strong overall computer skills with an emphasis in MS Excel (experience with AS/400 and JDA supply chain software a plus)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY
Ability to determine tasks, prioritize multiple demands and ensure the demands are executed in a timely manner
Ability to communicate with various business contacts in a courteous and professional manner
Ability to utilize discretion and independent judgment in decision making in order to achieve departmental goals
Understand relationship between actions and their impact to the business while having a sense of urgency
Self motivated while still being a contributor in a multiple team environment
Ability to be proactive and have strong perseverance
Strong aptitude or working with numbers
Knowledge of purchasing principles
Knowledge of importing products
Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and remain detailed oriented
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
N/A
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Regularly performs computer work and sits.
Occasionally walks and stands.
Seldom/never lifts up to 50lbs.
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.
