Supplier Operations Specialist

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Description

Summary:

The Supplier Operations Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting our purpose of creating lasting value for those we serve by helping the company gain additional market share and focus on the profitability of a specific set of product lines within our business for Van Meter, Inc (VM). The primary responsibilities of this position are to help execute on the team's strategy for the product lines designated as it pertains to the functions of purchasing, cost negotiation, data integrity and making solid pricing and product decisions for our business while collaborating across departments. The Supplier Operations Specialist is a self-starter, works autonomously and sets an example for others. This individual will impact the business by growing sales, market share and overall profitability. This individual's behavior promotes our culture, our 5 P's and our purpose to create lasting value for those we serve.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

Drive improvements in market share and profitability for designated lines

Optimize inventory levels based on market needs and financial return

Obtain and analyze in-to-stock price file and communicate impact of price changes to the organization

Have an understanding of how Van Meter manages cost of goods sold from our suppliers

Develop and foster key relationships with local representatives and suppliers

Build strong relationships with the internal resources in sales, marketing, operations, and finance

Identify opportunities to review or analyze our day-to-day selling strategies

Develop an understanding of local market distributor/manufacturer competition and market selling levels

Understand the inventory position of designated lines across all territories in order to offer input on our inventory management strategy

Execute on the strategies, schedules, and processes defined to ensure we have the right product at the right time: including PO acknowledgement, Ship Date Follow-Up, Emergency Ordering, and providing input on inventory settings

Develop a knowledge of the company's inventory system (Eclipse) as it relates to procurement and inventory management

Participate in or manage parts of various projects to improve supplier performance, efficiency, or profitability

Understand what product data we have access to from our suppliers and support implementing what's needed by our company and our customers

Be familiar with our company's PIM software and the attributes it manages that impact our supplier operations so that you can help prepare data to load or be processed

Execute on strategy developed for cost recovery on designated lines: including ship and debit claims, defective credits, or shipping error resolution

Understand and suggest ways to improve on KPI's related to purchase order management, data integrity and SPA/Rebate contract efficiency

Support company's 3P's sales support approach

Provides decision-making support to team supervisor

Promote our culture and our 5 P's

Requirements

Critical Success Factors:

Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across departments

Able to create a teaming atmosphere with internal customers

Strong negotiation skills, which will benefit the company financially while maintaining solid relationships with internal customers and suppliers

Willingness to take managed risks

Able to analyze trends, cost/pricing strategies, and best practices to constantly improve product line performance

Willingness to give and receive constructive feedback

Ability to understand and implement our processes and procedures

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines

Must lead by example by displaying a positive work ethic and attitude

Ability to learn, grow, and adapt to change

Ability to make sound decisions with minimal guidance

Strong analytical skills and ability to solve problems and develop solutions

Drive for continuous improvement

Dependable

Job Requirements/Specifications:

0-2 years of experience with an Associate's Degree, four-year degree preferred

Education in Pricing Strategy is a plus

Electrical product knowledge is a plus

Previous sales or customer service experience required

Proven negotiation skills required

Knowledge of the electrical wholesale distribution industry preferred

Contractor market experience preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Office software, specifically Excel and Access

Experience with purchasing software systems required. Eclipse experience preferred

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

Consistently sitting, working with hands & fingers, talking, hearing, vision acuity-near, works with others, and customer contact

Frequently standing, walking, vision acuity-far, depth perception, field of vision, and vision adjustment

Sometimes reaching and works alone

Occasionally bending at the waist, twisting upper body, and climbing

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an incumbent. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of activities, duties or responsibilities. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Several factors are considered in making compensation decisions at Van Meter; including but not limited to education, skill sets, work experience and training, and other business and organizational needs. Please note that compensation may be below the lower end of the range when the minimum requirements of the role are not met and the higher end is reserved for candidates with extensive experience and qualifications that exceed the requirements of the role.

Van Meter offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, pet insurance, company paid life and disability insurance, paid time off including holidays, 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Salary Description

$75,500 - $86,500

Van Meter is an EOE/M/W/Vets/Disability Employer

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

None

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$75,500.00 - $86,500.00 / Annually

Postal Code

55016

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

4376435

Job Benefits

Not specified