Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation’s largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our success is grounded in our core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture and workplace experience for individuals who want a career that makes them feel accomplished and engaged. RNDC values the health and well-being of our associates, inside and outside the office, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that supply exceptional care and value. RNDC is geared toward growing our footprint and our people. Join our team of energetic professionals who believe in many happy hours and are experts in our craft.
SummaryRNDC is looking for a leader, a self-starter and team player who will be responsible for managing an inventory for a specified group of suppliers or locations. This position is focused on maximizing gross margin, optimizing service levels, and reducing inventory carrying costs. They will be responsible for all inventory planning processes including resolving demand exceptions, procurement, and creating inventory plans to support both 13-week and 18-month planning horizons. The role will work directly with suppliers, when necessary, to resolve issues throughout the RNDC network. They will support key initiatives from the Supplier Business Development teams and sales, provide guidance on optimal supply chain and inventory plans to achieve business objectives.
In this role, you will Create/approve purchase orders. Maintain lead times, buying multiples, minimum order quantities and other master data to drive operationally efficient and cost-effective inventory. Develop integrated plans and monitor KPIs to safeguard uninterrupted supply of products. KPI’s include but are not limited to days inventory on hand, inventory turns, supplier performance, inventory dollars, aged inventory, gross margin return on inventory. Manage stakeholder relationships with inventory planning and drive adoption of the S&OP process. Monitor product life cycle changes and mitigate risks of excess and aged/obsolete inventory. Review network capacity planning processes to identify demand and supply imbalances and create recommendations to resolve. Establish and maintain safety stock targets for each SKU as well as monitor adherence to those targets and provide visibility to supply chain leadership team as needed. Utilize appropriate communication and escalation techniques to ensure issues are resolved in a timely and cost-effective manner. Develop and implement programs to optimize inventory turns and improve working capital performance. Initiate the development of vendor strategies, processes, and operational requirements that improve service and reduce working capital requirements. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. What you bring to RNDC BA/BS degree required 3-5 years of relevant industry experience required What's in it for you 401(k) with company matching Medical, dental and vision benefits* Generous paid time off program – work your way up to 5 weeks of PTO a year with the ability to carryover unused PTO Paid volunteer time Paid parental leave Paid caregiver leave Fertility benefits Paid training Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and company-paid holidays Associate resource groups, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs available for all associates
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