Join the team at New Jersey’s largest wine and spirits distributor! At Allied Beverage Group, we’re proud of our dynamic, family-based culture and our role in keeping the beverage industry moving. If you're looking for a great company with great people—this is the place to be!
Overview
The Inventory and Demand Planner is responsible for maintaining demand forecasts and ensuring proper inventory levels for assigned supplier portfolios.
Responsibilities
Maintain demand forecasts, item attributes, and ship point attributes in Blue Ridge supply chain planning platform and ERP.
Collaborate frequently with Marketing team and suppliers to remain aware of pricing of pricing patterns and promotions, including monthly meetings to review forecast accuracy and opportunities for improvement.
Develop strong relationships with supplier customer service contacts and local market managers.
Review buying multiples, ship point brackets, order cycles, and lead times on a regular basis.
Ensure vendor information is up to date in ERP.
Issue and track purchase orders. Address shipping and receiving irregularities.
Review, approve, and issue purchase orders on a timely basis.
Check supplier confirmations to ensure accurate quantities and pricing. Adjust purchase orders as necessary.
Track orders, maintain accurate ETAs, and proactively work to resolve issues caused by shipping delays.
Coordinate with Receiving and take corrective action when defective or incorrect goods are received. File claims with suppliers, shippers, and insurance.
Achieve forecast accuracy, service level, and inventory turn targets.
Review KPIs regularly. Identify root cause of deficiencies and put in place action plans to rectify. Collaborate with department leadership and colleagues in Marketing as appropriate.
Research and identify issues with vendors. Negotiate to achieve desired results for quality, price, and timetables.
Manage inventory in ERP.
Perform inventory adjustments, manage reserves of allocated items, and adjust combo inventory.
Collaborate with Operations team to resolve inventory discrepancies between ERP and WMS.
Qualifications
Bachelors Degree, Supply Chain preferred
Preferred 2+ years purchasing experience/internships
Prior experience in beverage alcohol and/or wholesale
Experience with Blue Ridge or similar purchasing tool
Comfort with MS Excel
Analytical mindset
Procurement/shipping knowledge
Compensation and Benefits
The anticipated salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000, depending on qualifications such as experience, education, and skillset.
In addition to salary, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus and offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plan with company match, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance Plan and more.
Why You Will Love Allied Beverage Group
Industry Leader – We are New Jersey’s Largest Wine and Spirits Distributor
Culture – We may be a big corporation, but we are still family owned and we like to think that influences our work environment. We promote a culture based on trust, respect and collaboration
State of the Art Facility – We opened a brand-new corporate office and distribution center in Elizabeth, NJ in 2019
Your Continued Growth – Our company encourages our employees to reach high, live up to their potential, and advance in their careers. We offer over 9,000 professional development courses that employees can take at any time
Competitive Pay and Quality Benefits – Allied Beverage Group offers competitive pay commensurate with experience along with a comprehensive benefits package
Allied Perks! – Associate recognition, discounts with several vendors and more
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug and background check for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
EEO Statement
Allied Beverage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
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