Supply Specialist
: Job Details :

Job Description:

• Manage all inventory aspects of assigned categories, including forecasting, vendor/inventory issues, product transitions, product launches and any other issues/projects that are supply chain related, as well as other duties as assigned.
• Be the expert of supply chain for all assigned divisions
• Position requires 4 days per week onsite Lincolnshire, IL headquarters.

Responsibilities :

• Forecasting inventory units for assigned key divisions, includes promotional forecasting and new item forecasting. Monitoring and adjusting forecasts based on sales trends. Identify inventory shortages and taking appropriate action to reduce risks of disrupting customer expectations.
• Exceed forecasting goals by division, account for any shortfalls to goals. Identify overstock or understock because of forecasting misses and follow up with the Category Merchant and/or Staples Demand Planner if needed.
• Collaborate with Staples Demand Planners to identify inventory issues, vendor issues, communicate large promotions, new item launches and seasonal preparations.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management or Operations Management Preferred; or equivalent work experience
• 4+ years' experience in forecasting & inventory management
• Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
• Knowledge of Supply Chain concepts
• Experience with JDA/MMS/WMS systems
• Excellent analytical, written & verbal communication/interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and re-prioritize tasks based on fluctuating deadlines while continually meeting due dates and maintaining a positive attitude
• Ability to work in a team or independently