Replenishment Buyer

Careers and Highline Warren•Memphis, TN

About The Position

The Replenishment Buyer is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted product supply across a diverse automotive parts portfolioincluding ICE, hybrid, and EV-related componentsby executing effective purchasing strategies and optimizing inventory levels. This role focuses heavily on supply chain tactical processes, purchase order execution, lead-time reliability, and inventory optimization to support service-level, margin, and working-capital goals.

Requirements

Strong PC proficiency including ERP/MRP systems, Excel, and digital procurement tools.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and with suppliers.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with high attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple active purchase requirements in a fast-moving SKU-intensive environment.
Customer-focused mindset with urgency and accountability.
Understanding of automotive-parts supply-chain dynamics such as supersessions, supplier consolidation, imports, and SKU proliferation.
Good judgment, ethical decision-making, and reliability in all interactions.
Associates degree in supply chain, business, operations management, or related field required.
35 years of purchasing or supply-chain experience in the automotive aftermarket or a comparable high-SKU distribution environment preferred.
High-proficiency in MS Office tools (especially Excel), ERP and Spend Management systems

Nice To Haves

Experience with international sourcing or long-lead imported product categories is a plus.
Supply-chain certifications (APICS CPIM/CSCP, ISM CPSM) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Product Supply Management Execute purchase orders to maintain product availability across assigned automotive product categories.
Monitor supplier lead times, capacity constraints, shipment statuses, and inbound logistics to ensure continuity of supply.
Expedite and adjust purchase orders as necessary to respond to supply disruptions, backorders, or shifts in customer requirements.
Collaborate closely with suppliers to address shortages, expedite options, production constraints, and fill-rate improvement actions.
Inventory Optimization Maintain optimal stocking strategies by adjusting reorder points, safety stock, and replenishment parameters within system guidelines.
Identify excess and slow-moving inventory trends and partner with internal teams on disposition, substitutions, or cost-recovery strategies.
Support inventory-health initiativesincluding obsolescence mitigation and SKU lifecycle managementfor both traditional and emerging EV components.
Analyze inventory performance (turns, DOH, service levels) and recommend actions that balance availability and financial targets.
Supplier Performance & Relationship Management Manage day-to-day supplier interactions and hold suppliers accountable for OTIF performance, quality, and responsiveness.
Participate in supplier reviews and contribute feedback on lead-time accuracy, delivery reliability, and improvement opportunities.
Support negotiations on pricing, freight terms, MOQ adjustments, and packaging optimization to reduce landed cost and improve margin.
Issue Resolution & Operational Excellence Resolve supply-related issues including shortages, over-shipments, quality holds, and documentation discrepancies.
Partner with Logistics and Distribution to coordinate inbound shipments, container optimization, and warehouse receiving priorities.
Maintain accurate purchasing dataincluding lead times, pricing, supplier information, and item settingsin ERP and planning systems.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing cost, improving supply reliability, and streamlining procurement processes.
Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Planning, Sourcing, Category Management, Quality, Sales, and Operations to support new product introductions, portfolio transitions, and supplier scorecarding.
Communicate supply risks, delays, or constraints to internal stakeholders in a timely and solution-focused manner.
Support corporate initiatives related to digital procurement enhancements and inventory-data integrity.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS Perform other duties as required, including participating in sourcing events, cost-reduction initiatives, or process-improvement projects.