Job Description

The Supply Chain & Logistics Job Family Group performs supply chain and logistics functions, which may include, but are not limited to, material procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection and distribution Creates integrated processes among internal functions such as operations, purchasing and logistics, and outside suppliers Focuses resources on continuous improvement of the movement of materials through various production processes and establishes key performance metrics and benchmarks relating to supply chain planning/forecasting to measure actual performance against goals on a regular basis Promotes alignment by understanding and communicating customer needs and requirements throughout the organization The Buyer Job Family is responsible for the organizations buying and merchandising strategies Accurately forecasts trends and monitors performance to establish overall product assortment strategy Plans the inventory levels for season, department, or class of merchandise Decides how much money should be spent, how many lines should be bought, and in what quantities Deals with supplier problems as they arise May negotiate very large contracts or manage the relationship of large vendors to ensure vendor compliance with guidelines May partner with the planning group to create monthly (or periodic) sales goals Job duties encompass a wide range of tasks, processes, or systems OR are focused on a specific area; job requires full proficiency gained through job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience to perform a range of tasks Ability to provide solutions to problems that are non-standard Manages own workload, with periodic supervision