Asset Specialist II

Arrow Electronics•Denver, CO

10d•$80,100 - $96,922•Hybrid

About The Position

Arrow Electronics is a global provider of products, services, and solutions for users of electronic components and enterprise computing solutions. The company serves technology manufacturers and service providers worldwide and supports customers across markets including telecommunications, information systems, transportation, medical, industrial, and consumer electronics. As an Asset Specialist II (Buyer), you will plan and pipeline inventory for complex technology demand across numerous customers, including high-dollar-value and/or large-part-count needs. You will build and maintain supplier relationships to achieve the best results for customers. The position is based in Denver, Colorado, and follows a hybrid schedule of three days in the office (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) and two days per week working from home.

Requirements

Typically, a four-year degree and 2–4 years of related experience; alternatively, an advanced degree without experience or equivalent work experience.
Strong inventory management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented and comfortable working in a high-volume environment.
Ability to change gears quickly and multitask.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Intermediate Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with suppliers, representatives, and sales personnel.
Strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

Evaluate Arrow-generated and customer-supplied forecast uploads and manage exceptions generated during forecast processing.
Review inventory parameters and recommend or make changes to help achieve company inventory-turn goals.
Manage inventory using Arrow systems to support accurate forecast inputs.
Manage parts and engagements to ensure adequate supply and maximum inventory turns.
Manage excess inventory, with particular attention to inventory aged more than 180 days.
Work with the sales team to develop strategies for winning customer quotes.
Implement strategic supplier-focused programs and provide updates to the sales team.
Drive profitability through ongoing communication with external suppliers and sales teams about inventory management.
Use knowledge of market conditions to create a competitive advantage.
Participate in price negotiations with customers and suppliers to win new business and defend existing business.
Oversee purchase orders, cancellations, new buys, pull-ins, and forecast actions.