Inventory Coordinator

Tropical Smoothie Cafe•Atlanta, GA

12d

About The Position

The Inventory Coordinator is a detail-oriented role responsible for ensuring inventory availability through accurate tracking and problem resolution. This position plays a critical support function for internal stakeholders by providing timely, reliable inventory data, and responding to inquiries with a strong customer-service mindset. The ideal candidate is process-driven, analytical, and comfortable working in Excel at an advanced level to manage large datasets, identify discrepancies, and support inventory planning and decision-making. Success in this role requires the ability to follow established procedures, maintain a high standard of data integrity, and proactively communicate issues or risks. This role reports to the Director of Distribution and Logistics.

Requirements

2-3 years of experience in a role responsible for data, analytics, and/or inventory management
Must be extremely computer proficient (MS Access, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) with advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an appreciation of and attention to important details
Strong interpersonal, written, communication and relationship-building skills
Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses
Strong knowledge of supply chain, inventory and planning principles and concepts
Knowledge and experience working with broad line distribution for perishable products
High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency
Self-starter: able to clarify ambiguity and create solutions in a fast-paced organization
Ability to work on tight deadlines in a fast-paced, team environment

Responsibilities

Monitor inventory levels and investigate and resolve variances, discrepancies, and anomalies
Utilize advanced Excel tools (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, data validation, macros) to analyze inventory data and produce reports
Prepare and distribute routine and ad hoc inventory reports/communications for internal stakeholders
Follow established inventory management processes, controls, and documentation standards
Support internal customers by responding promptly and professionally to inventory-related questions and requests
Utilizes data to identify and prevent problems within the supply chain
Plan upcoming demand and build forecasts for suppliers and distribution centers
Develop and cultivate relationships with current and potential supplier partners
Coordinate communication between suppliers, distributors and internal stakeholders
Investigate discrepancies to find root causes of supply chain challenges and recommend solutions
Identify gaps in supply chain efficiency and other areas needing improvement
Develop periodic supply chain performance reports and metrics decks to distribute to the team and other internal and external stakeholders
Utilize historical and test data to build forecasts for future supply need
Perform data collection, analysis and reporting to team members for decision making purposes
Escalate inventory risks, trends, or recurring issues with clear data and recommendations