Replenishment Buyer

Smart & Final is searching for an experienced Replenishment Buyer for our Store Support Center, located at 600 Citadel Drive, Commerce, CA 90040. The Replenishment Buyer reports directly to the Category Manager and is responsible for inventory replenishment and service level. The Replenishment Buyer also provides system and administrative support to the Category Manager. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: Reviews condition of warehouse inventory levels, and item status on a daily basis, and places orders or makes other adjustments, as needed. Controls and maintains necessary system and logistical information to ensure that normal, promotional and investment product inventory flow meets or exceeds objectives such as inventory turns and service level. Shares gross margin objective with Category Manager, through their influence on timely price change maintenance, inventory position relative to market conditions, and promotional allowances. Performs all system input required to initiate new items and vendors, and performs all necessary changes to maintain accuracy of essential information such as cost, allowance, promotional, pack, size, UPC, etc. Responsible for ensuring that all systems maintenance is either transmitted or communicated accurately to other divisions and departments (Operations, Marketing, Accounting, Warehouses, etc.). Tracks and directs inbound freight and orders. Makes necessary changes to accommodate market changes and ensures that all information is accurate and products arrive in the most cost effective manner possible. Candidates must possess the following skills: Must have leadership, interpersonal and communication skills both oral and written. Proficiency in Excel (spreadsheet), Power Point and Word. Strong analytical and computer skills specifically in Excel. Must be able to develop, manipulate, format and share spreadsheets for purposes of analysis. Knowledge of Access or a similar relational database is desirable. High attention to detail. Compensation Starting salary: $68,640.00. The actual starting pay will be determined by a number of qualifications, including experience and relevant skills. Smart & Final provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. #J-18808-Ljbffr