Inventory Manager (Cleveland, OH)

Dealer Tire•Cleveland, OH

3d•$110,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

We’re Dealer Tire, a family-owned, international distributor of tires and parts established in 1918 in Cleveland, OH. We’re laser focused on helping the world’s largest and most trusted auto manufacturers grow their tire business—in fact, we’ve sold more than 60 million tires to date. We’re a thriving company, and we’re looking for driven individuals to join our team. That’s where you come in! Base Pay Range: $110,000-$130,000

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Inventory Management, Purchasing, Purchasing/Procurement, Supply Chain Operations, or similar business-related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in a purchasing and replenishment management role required.
Experience purchasing into a multi-warehouse national distribution network.
Deep understanding and hands-on experience in the following areas: MRP, DRP, S & OP Processes, Forecasting and Production/Inventory Planning and Scheduling.
Ability to work as a team player towards mutual goals.
Demonstrates good strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication, problem solving, relationship building negotiation and time management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Power BI / similar platforms Access at intermediate level, advanced preferred.

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage Vendor Performance: Effectively manage purchasing & replenishment strategies inventory for specific suppliers, and warehouses., assembly/port, and/or dealers.
Achieve targeted inventory related metrics such as, turns, in-stock, customer fill rates and unproductive inventory.
Prepare and conduct monthly Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment and logistical meetings with assigned suppliers.
Develop monthly purchase forecasts and collaborate with the supply chain to ensure projected demand is supported.
Monitor and ensure product availability for new SKU and vehicle launches.
New and future fitment availability.
Manage assembly/port program execution.
Manage phase in/phase out execution.
Identify projected supply gaps and implement solutions to protect future availability.
Manage supplier reserve strategy.
Escalate critical supply issues as necessary.
supplier back-order issues.
Recommend and execute forward buy opportunities to protect availability and enhance margin.
Gather vendor and industry intelligence and share mutually beneficial information with internal stakeholders.
Develop and execute supplier operational strategies and ensure execution of set strategy.
Manage Key Processes to Support Inventory Strategies: Determine and execute appropriate safety stock and replenishment/production strategies.
Review and adjust sales forecasts.
Manage the inventory transfer process.
Manage Slow Moving and Obsolete inventory processes.
Analyze in-stock position and take appropriate corrective actions.
Develop, and execute and track supplier Inventory plan.
Identify areas of opportunity for supplier improvement and develop action plan to drive desired results.
Leverage data analytics to continuously monitor and improve supplier performance.
Communicate impact of inventory management execution to stakeholders as necessary.
Perform ad hoc ad hoc reporting and project management in support of organizational objectives as assigned.
Manage Associates: Motivate, coach, train, counsel and provide career development for each team member.
Determine staffing needs, interview potential candidates, and make recommendations on individual hires.
Recruit and interview potential candidates.
Communicate expectations/ and promote strategic vision to team members.
Direct team members daily activities.
Monitor performance, conduct annual performance evaluation of each team member, and recommend appropriate action such as compensation changes, promotions, counseling and termination.
Motivate, coach, train, counsel and provide career development for each team member.