Senior of Inventory Planning & Procurement

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Senior of Inventory Planning & Procurement to lead production planning, forecasting, procurement, inventory control, and vendor management for a growing manufacturing and distribution organization.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in production planning, supply chain operations, forecasting, inventory analysis, vendor negotiations, and ERP systems specifically strong expertise with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central .

What Youll Do

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Negotiate pricing, service agreements, and terms with manufacturers, suppliers, and converters
• Manage vendor relationships and support ongoing procurement initiatives
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times, and inventory flow

Production Planning & Forecasting

• Lead forecasting and procurement planning across all product lines
• Review purchasing activity against cash flow projections
• Develop inventory strategies that support sales growth while minimizing risk and excess inventory

Inventory Control & Analysis

• Maintain optimal inventory levels across multiple warehouse locations
• Monitor inventory turns, aged inventory, overstock reporting, and reduction planning
• Oversee purchase receipts, logistics entries, and inventory reconciliation processes
• Lead annual physical inventory processes and reconciliation reviews

Reporting & Operational Analysis

• Create analytical reporting related to inventory usage, warehousing, freight, product profitability, and operational costs
• Develop and improve forecasting and procurement procedures
• Support leadership with reporting and operational planning initiatives

Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of inventory and procurement professionals
• Manage scheduling, staffing, training, and performance management within the department
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Finance, and Senior Leadership teams

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree required
• 15+ years of inventory planning, procurement, supply chain, or manufacturing operations experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Strong background in:
  • Inventory management
  • Production planning
  • Forecasting
  • Procurement
  • Vendor negotiations
  • Logistics coordination
  • Warehouse operations
  • Inventory reconciliation
• Experience managing teams and cross-functional operations
• Advanced analytical and reporting skills
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing or converting environment experience
• Multi-warehouse inventory management
• Supply chain optimization initiatives
• ERP implementation or process improvement exposure
• FSC certification or regulated product environment experience is a plus

Software & Systems Experience (Highly Preferred)

• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• ERP Systems
• Advanced Excel
• Forecasting & Procurement Software
• Inventory Management Systems
• Reporting & Analytics Tools

Schedule & Travel

• Hybrid role onsite in Rye, NY three days per week
• Some remote flexibility may be considered based on experience
• Domestic travel up to 25%
• International travel up to 10%