Suggested Ordering Manager

Circle K Stores • San Antonio, TX

94d

About The Position

The SA Suggested Ordering Manager is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the PDI SA Suggested Ordering tool and store orders by ensuring the correct POGs and SKUs are actively assigned to each store in the tool. This role involves creating and maintaining surveys for the collection of Site POG Attributes, as well as creating import spreadsheets to load updated POG/Store Layouts when changes occur. The manager will learn and train the usage of the PDI Focal Point reporting system to support the Operations and Marketing departments. Additionally, the position requires analyzing site-specific information regarding the accuracy of the sets assigned and training the Operations and Marketing team on how to use the SA Suggested Order tool for ordering, scan audits, and sales forecast event adjustments. The manager will also investigate site Day on Hand issues and make recommendations to ensure the correct quantity of product is in stock at the right time. Other responsibilities include maintaining delivery schedules, scan audit calendars, and providing support for optimizing the scan audit process. The role also involves coordinating the implementation of new items and removing discontinued items from the system, maintaining POG changes, and researching Price Book issues. The SA Suggested Ordering Manager will work closely with various levels of the company to maximize the efficiency of the automated ordering system and contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred.
• Five to seven years of experience or more preferred.
• Minimum of three years of management responsibility.
• Ability to travel locally as needed.
• Possess a Driver's License.
• Working knowledge of PDI Enterprise software including Focal Point.
• Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• General supply chain knowledge and understanding.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Positive team attitude and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of the PDI SA Suggested Ordering tool and store orders.
• Create and maintain surveys for Site POG Attributes.
• Create import spreadsheets for updated POG/Store Layouts.
• Train usage of the PDI Focal Point reporting system.
• Analyze site-specific information for accuracy of sets assigned.
• Train Operations and Marketing team on SA Suggested Order tool.
• Investigate Day on Hand issues and make recommendations.
• Maintain delivery schedules for Wholesaler and DSD suppliers.
• Maintain scan audit calendar and report on compliance.
• Support optimization of scan audit process.
• Maintain PDI Alerts & Notifications settings.
• Support Operations and Marketing for non-PDI systems.
• Coordinate implementation of new items and removal of discontinued items.
• Maintain POG changes and Price Book setup.
• Research Price Book issues related to Suggested Order tool.
• Work with all levels of the company to maximize efficiency.
• Support Scan Audit compliance for accurate inventory amounts.
• Create and maintain Sales Forecast Events.
• Collaborate with Senior Director of Replenishment and Distribution.
• Look for opportunities to improve processes and performance.
• Expand SA Suggested Ordering tool usage for various categories.
• Review Days on Hand reporting to optimize inventory.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees