Manager, Replenishment

The Manager, Replenishment oversees all replenishment activities for his/her assigned category specialization and related RSC staff.  He/she trains staff to drive consistent processes and procedures; manages performance results against established divisional KPI goals; resolves issues, takes corrective actions and makes decisions as needed ensuring a clear line of communication among all stakeholders

Job Description:

Direct and coordinate the day-to-day activities of the associates to achieve PO accuracy, DIOH, service level, and inventory management expectations. Performs replenishment activities in a back-up capacity. Serves as subject matter expert on category as it pertains to replenishment.

Monitor and review KPI performance vs. goals (min weekly); provide buyer direction and take corrective action to ensure performance targets are met, maximizing performance.

Serves as a subject matter expert on Manugistics, PRISM, and ASYS to drive maximum efficiency

Trains staff on replenishment processes, procedures and tools including PRISM, Manugistics and Replenishment Best Practices

Conducts meetings to review issues and determine resolution strategies, resolves issues by taking appropriate actions or escalating as needed.

Conducts quarterly reviews with each direct report to discuss performance and developmental needs.

Serves as subject matter expert for assigned product categories. Works with Category Management team to maximize growth and profit opportunities tied to Replenishment.

Manages and develops personnel (recruitment, interviewing, hiring, terminations, performance reviews, professional development)

Monitors market conditions and instructs buyers to take action regarding price and purchase decisions.

Contribute to the creation and modification of processes and procedures relating to activities of inventory  management, out of stocks, cost accuracy, forecast accuracy etc.

Schedule and conduct calls, meetings or business reviews with the Divisions, in addition; provide support as needed at division sales meetings to roll out new processes or resolve issues

Achieve sales and/or margin growth expectations for their assigned category

***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

Requirements:

Education/Training: Four year degree or equivalent experience required.

Related Experience: Minimum 5 years replenishment experience required. Prior foodservice and management experience preferred. Minimum 3 years prior management experience required.  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office - especially Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as Microsoft Outlook. Must be extremely organized, analytical and possess highly developed written/oral communication, management, training and interpersonal skills.