Regional Replenishment Manager

SRS Distribution Inc.•Frederick, MD

5d•$69,100 - $89,800•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Replenishment Manager within the Company plays a pivotal role in optimizing inventory management and enhancing service delivery to business customers across a designated geographical area or product line. This position is responsible for setting and achieving strategic inventory goals, ensuring the timely availability of products, and evaluating inventory efficiency through rigorous data analysis and collaboration with field leadership and supplier relations. By maintaining strong partnerships with internal teams and external vendors, the role ensures alignment with the organization's broader objectives, driving operational excellence and contributing to the Company's continued growth and leadership in the distribution sector.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in inventory management or a related role with a proven track record of success.
Direct experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a corporate environment.
Exposure to inventory replenishment strategies within a distribution or supply chain context.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting tasks.
Experience with data visualization tools, such as Power BI or similar platforms, to derive actionable insights from data.
Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, with an emphasis on prior experience in Agility Software considered advantageous.
Strong analytical abilities to evaluate and interpret data effectively to drive decision-making processes.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a capacity to convey complex information succinctly.
Proven ability to engage and collaborate with multiple stakeholders both internally and externally.
Detail-oriented with a strong emphasis on accuracy and quality in all aspects of work.
Demonstrated capability in identifying potential challenges and implementing effective solutions.
Commitment to continuous improvement and learning within the field of inventory management.
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is preferred, with a focus on supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
A strong team player mentality with a service-oriented approach towards supporting field sales locations.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and demands.
A minimum of five years of relevant work experience in inventory management or a closely related field is required for consideration for the Regional Replenishment Manager position. This experience should demonstrate a proven track record of managing and optimizing inventory processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and achieving strategic business objectives within a dynamic distribution environment.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Analytical Proficiency: Demonstrated capability in utilizing advanced analytical tools and methodologies to derive actionable insights from large datasets, enhancing inventory efficiency and strategic decision-making.
Supply Chain Expertise: In-depth understanding of supply chain processes and best practices, with experience in streamlining operations for cost-effectiveness and improved service levels.
Strategic Vendor Management: Proven track record in nurturing and optimizing vendor relationships, leading to enhanced terms, improved delivery times, and increased competitive advantage.
ERP System Mastery: Extensive experience with ERP systems beyond Agility Software, demonstrating an ability to adapt to and manage various inventory management platforms.
Project Management Skills: Expertise in leading cross-functional projects, including new branch openings and inventory optimization initiatives, ensuring timely and successful execution.
Risk Management Acumen: Ability to identify potential supply chain risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies to prevent disruptions in inventory availability.
Advanced Communication Skills: Strong ability to present complex information to diverse audiences, including leadership and field teams, ensuring alignment and strategic buy-in.
Change Management Experience: Experience in leading change management efforts within a dynamic and fast-paced distribution environment, fostering adaptability and continual improvement.
Lean Six Sigma Certification: Certification in Lean Six Sigma or equivalent methodologies, demonstrating a commitment to process improvement and operational excellence.
MBA or Advanced Degree: An advanced degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field that provides a strategic framework for high-level inventory management.
APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM): Preferred for demonstrating expertise in managing and streamlining inventory and production processes.
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP): Preferred to enhance knowledge in end-to-end operations of supply chain management, ensuring fulfillment and optimization in inventory practices.
Project Management Professional (PMP): Preferred for leading complex projects and fostering cross-functional collaboration effectively.
Six Sigma Certification: Preferred, attesting to commitment in process improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Spearhead strategic inventory control by collaborating with field leadership to establish and meet inventory goals, proactively identifying and resolving issues to ensure optimal inventory levels and turnover rates.
Direct the inventory replenishment process by setting and reviewing purchase order parameters, coordinating inventory transfers, and preventing stock outs, while executing PO management in our ERP system to enhance inventory availability and efficiency.
Utilize advanced analytical tools and methodologies to provide actionable insights and guidance to field leadership, focusing on enhancing inventory efficiency through the evaluation of slow-moving and obsolete items, while optimizing days-on-hand metrics.
Collaborate with data management teams to maintain and refine SKU data integrity, ensuring accuracy in pricing, lead times, stock status, usage, and order quantities, fostering streamlined operations and decision-making.
Drive the expediting process by reviewing key order reports and updating delivery timelines, while effectively communicating lead time changes and collaborating with pricing teams to mitigate disruptions at selling locations.
Optimize in-bound freight logistics by enhancing vendor pre-paid program efficiencies, strategically transferring inventory, and identifying opportunities for cost reduction in freight expenses through CPU initiatives.
Resolve invoice discrepancies in collaboration with accounts payable and vendors, troubleshooting issues and notifying sourcing teams of vendor or pricing inconsistencies to maintain financial accuracy and vendor relations.
Foster internal and external collaborative relationships with Regional Managers, Branch Managers, and Inventory Vendors, ensuring alignment and seamless communication to support regional inventory objectives and corporate goals.

Benefits

Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance.
Competitive salaries for all team members paid weekly
401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays, Birthday, and Floating Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Flexible and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Company paid Life insurance and Short-Term Disability
Additional Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability also offered
Safety Program with Bonuses for our Drivers
Employee Referral Bonus Program