Procurement Associate- Memphis Tn

This position will be responsible for all aspects of inbound & outbound freight cost analysis, budgeting and control. Along with being responsible for analyzing and ordering inventory to supply our distribution centers. Prior Procurement/Purchasing experience required. Analyze and evaluate suggested order needs from our Supply Chain Planning software and confirm accuracy of order recommendations.

Update forecasts based on new Programs and/or Product Placements. Analyze lead times for both Domestic and Imported products and make necessary adjustments. Maintain levels of inventory that maximize turns and limits overstock. Enter/Approve Purchase Orders for the procurement of inventory. Communicate with supplier ordering departments to ensure receipt and accuracy of PO's Work with our suppliers to ensure PO's are running on schedule Responsible for building orders based on supplier or carrier requirements.

Communicate with Trade Marketing and all sales teams on arrivals of PO's Responsible for New Item setup and maintenance. Responsible for maintaining supplier product costs in our host system and informing Trade Marketing of product increases. Prior Procurement/Purchasing experience required. High school diploma required.

College Degree preferred. Procurement/Purchasing experience required. Above average analytical and communication skills required. Must have intermediate computer skills to include, but not limited to Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Exel, Outlook, etc). 10-Key Data Entry experience preferred. Know Familiar with Inventory Management and Warehousing terms.

Import/Export experience preferred. Knowledge of LTL/Long Haul/Rail transportation preferred. Must have ability to communicate effectively both written and oral. Must be able to react quickly to rapidly changing stock levels and sales trends. Must be able to pass background checks (i.e. police backgrounds, reference checks…) Drug Free Workplace.

EOE.

Benefits

Include Group Health and Dental Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan Paid Vacation Paid Holidays (7 per year) Company Paid Short-Term Disability Company Paid Long-Term Disability Company Paid Life Insurance AFLAC Supplemental Insurance Direct Deposit Non-smoking work environment Drug-Free Workplace Equal Opportunity Employer benefits subject to eligibility requirements