Supply Chain Buyer

Why Winebow? At Winebow, we are strongly committed to creating an environment that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are intentional in our efforts to ensure that every employee has a sense of value and opportunity in our company, and we work tirelessly to promote a culture of inclusion where our team feels safe, respected, and valued. We want our Winebow family to feel at home and to be empowered to bring their best selves forward. We seek talent from all backgrounds to join our organization and are dedicated to achieving a diverse workforce in all aspects of employment including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotion, training, benefits, wage and salary equity. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Manage inventory planning, forecasting, and procurement to meet target stock and customer service levels. Ensure forecasting and inventory planning inputs and parameters are updated in planning tools such as, but not limited to lead times, service levels, inventory target levels, and vintages. Recommend adjustments to inventory levels and reorder points based on actual history, lead time changes and supplier specific parameters. Collaborate with Brand Management to incorporate brand strategy, sales incentives, and market trends into forecasting tools and associated inventory procurement. Collaborate with Logistics and Operations to ensure efficient and cost-effective movement of inventory. Provide data/input to Brand Management in support of brand strategy development and execution. Complete special projects and assignments as requested. OTHER FUNCTIONS Follows all safety policies and procedures; communicate hazards and/or suggest improvements to Manager. Other duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS Normal office environment. EQUIPMENT/MACHINERY USED Office equipment including computer, fax, photocopier, calculator and telephone. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sitting, manual dexterity, visual acuity, reaching, bending, and occasional lifting and moving up to 30 lbs. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management (planning, forecasting, procurement), Business Administration or related field preferred. Three to five years’ experience in supply chain management, inventory management, and/or purchasing. Strong analytical experience and aptitude required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office Products. Experience working with Supply Chain Planning systems such as Blue Ridge, Oracle, Logility, JDA preferred. Experience working with ERP systems such as Great Plains, Navision, and Apprise preferred. Experience working with BI Tools such as Diver, Halo, Business Objects preferred. APICS CPIM/CSCP and/or CPSM certification a plus. Experience in the wine and/or beverage industry a plus. HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE Required in-office Tuesday–Thursday, with additional in-office attendance required as needed for special meetings or business needs on non-designated in-office days. #J-18808-Ljbffr