Operations Specialist

Operations Specialist Do you enjoy solving complex inventory challenges, partnering with customers, and using data to drive business results? We're looking for an Operations Specialist to join our Northwest Operations team and play a critical role in supporting one of our key strategic customer relationships. In this role, you'll serve as a trusted operational partner, coordinating inventory management, purchasing activities, regulatory compliance, and cross‑functional coordination. You'll work closely with customers, suppliers, sales teams, and operations leaders to ensure product availability, maintain inventory accuracy, and support continued business growth. Why TricorBraun TricorBraun is a global packaging leader, with team members working throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. As North America’s largest distributor of primary packaging, we help some of the world's most recognized brands bring their products to market. We put people first and live by that every day. Join us and you'll find a collaborative culture, opportunities for growth, and a team committed to helping each other succeed. Your Role As an Operations Specialist, you will manage Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs for assigned accounts, using forecasts, inventory trends, and purchasing data to ensure customers have the products they need when they need them. You'll monitor inventory levels, maintain purchase orders, and help drive operational efficiency across the supply chain. You will also support customer and vendor relationships, maintain regulatory documentation, administer inventory reconciliation activities, and provide analytical insights that support inventory health and profitability. As a key point of connection between Operations, Sales, Product Coordinators, Account Coordinators, and customers, you'll help ensure alignment across the business while delivering an exceptional customer experience. What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree preferred; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree Two or more years of experience in inventory management, purchasing, supply chain, operations, or a related field Experience supporting Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs preferred Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment Strong communication and relationship‑building skills Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and business systems; ERP experience preferred Customer‑focused approach with exceptional attention to detail What We Offer Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage Retirement savings plan with company match Career development and advancement opportunities Hybrid work environment A collaborative culture where your ideas and contributions make an impact If you’re an analytical and customer‑focused professional who enjoys improving processes, solving problems, and building strong partnerships, we’d love to hear from you. We are proudly an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications. TricorBraun is a global packaging leader, with team members working from locations throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. As North America’s largest distributor of primary packaging, we provide innovative solutions to customers from a wide variety of industries. Our customers range from cutting‑edge start‑ups to the world’s most iconic brands. We put people first and live by that every day. Join us and you will be welcomed by our friendly, motivated and supportive team. Many of the products we distribute are already sitting in your home. We are proudly an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications. To request an accommodation, please email your request to View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr TricorBraun