INVENTORY REPLENISHMENT COORDINATOR - Parker's Kitchen : Job Details

The Inventory Replenishment Coordinator is responsible for ensuring optimal stock levels across various channels using automated inventory systems. This role involves monitoring, analyzing, and adjusting replenishment processes to minimize stockouts and overstocks while meeting customer demand. The specialist collaborates closely with category managers, Pricebook and accounting to maintain a smooth inventory flow and maximize operational efficiency. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsibilities:

• Monitor stock levels and implement auto-replenishment strategies to ensure product availability in our stores.
• Manage and optimize automated replenishment systems, ensuring data accuracy and timely replenishment of products.
• Work with demand planning teams to ensure accurate forecasts are integrated into replenishment algorithms, minimizing stockouts and excess inventory.
• Conduct regular analyses of replenishment performance metrics, identifying trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Continuously review and improve replenishment processes, working to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with category managers and vendors to align inventory levels with business objectives and promotions.
• Address any discrepancies in stock levels, delivery schedules, or system-generated replenishment orders to maintain operational continuity.
• Maintain accurate item-level data in the auto-replenishment system, ensuring all settings and thresholds are up to date and reflect current business needs.
• Responsible for the design and development of merchandising planograms with input from category managers to align with category strategies.
• Partner with the Merchandising Manager and Pricebook to ensure that each store is assigned to the correct planogram in a timely manner for producing store orders, shelf tags, communication, and planograms that are executable at the store level.

Skills and Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze inventory data and identify trends that impact replenishment effectiveness.
• Attention to Detail: Precision in managing stock levels, system data, and replenishment settings.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with inventory management systems and auto-replenishment software.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to quickly identify and resolve issues related to stock levels, deliveries, or system errors.
• Time Management: Manage multiple priorities and maintain timely replenishment in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in inventory management, supply chain, or a similar role, preferably with automated replenishment systems.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on large data sets.
• Familiarity with auto-replenishment software (e.g., PDI, JDA, SAP, Oracle, Relex or proprietary systems).
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Experience in retail, distribution, or e-commerce industries is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift and pull a minimum of 50 lbs. and the ability to stabilize a minimum of 75 lbs.

The Parker Companies is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Parker's does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.