Merchandiser - Alfreton, United Kingdom - Bihr

Bihr
Bihr
Verified Company
Alfreton, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

As a key member of the department you will be involved in all aspects of the purchasing process from forecasting, order placement through to delivery.

Playing a vital role in the purchasing and inventory management across three warehouse locations in Europe.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:


Critical Path Management

  • Maintaining critical path documents to monitor adherence to planned exwork dates.
  • Liaise with suppliers on a weekly basis to monitor the critical path and report any potential issues

Import Freight Management (UK)

  • Communicating with freight forwarders and UK goods in team to ensure all deliveries are planned and booked in accordance with company guidelines.
  • Review weekly consolidated shipments for approval.
  • Building inbound transit records to receive in stock.
  • Raising POs to finance for inbound freight costs

Inventory Management

  • Supporting the demand planning process for new and existing products
  • Running monthly demand planner reports to review sales and stock availability.
  • Analysing historic and current sales data to build and maintain forecasts.
  • Working closely with sales, product & procurement teams to help manage inventory and stock flow.
  • Reviewing stock across three warehouse locations to optimise stock utilisation across all territories.
  • Raising purchase orders inline with demand and forecasts, maintaining current availability dates within the ERP system

General

  • Dealing with adhoc enquires from sales and customer service teams.
  • Conduct regular housekeeping of key product attributes.
  • Support the Procurement & Inventory Manager in all other operational duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS:


  • A minimum of 3 years' experience within a supply chain role.
  • Practical experience with ERP software (SAP or NAV ideal)
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Pragmatic & efficient with good analytical skills

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