Supply Chain Specialist

Hayden Beverage Company•Boise, ID

63d•$23 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

The Supply Chain Specialist manages inventory activities—including demand planning, procurement, and logistics—for products sold and distributed by the company. The role tracks inventory needs, forecasts immediate and future customer demand, and negotiates and oversees transportation to balance order fulfillment, product shelf life, and cash flow. The specialist troubleshoots supply-chain disruptions and responds to unexpected changes. The position reports directly to the Director of Supply Chain and has moderate latitude for independent direction. The role forecasts and procures inventory to replenish warehouses while maintaining adequate inventory turns and product shelf life and controlling spending. It maintains item and vendor information in ERP software, forecasts demand across multiple warehouses, creates and manages purchase orders, negotiates freight terms, coordinates deliveries, and monitors inventory and supplier performance. The specialist also works with internal departments, suppliers, brand teams, management, and Accounting to support product availability, accurate orders and invoices, risk mitigation, and effective replenishment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a relevant field is preferred.
At least 3 years of experience in a demand-planning or forecasting role is considered equivalent to a degree.
Knowledge of inventory-management practices and procedures.
Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge.
Ability to address demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and manage overlapping projects, priorities, and deadlines.
Proficiency with basic office equipment, ten-key, and entry-level accounting terminology.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; intermediate Excel skills, including lookup and reference functions, pivot tables, spreadsheets, and formulas.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with internal and external clients, including timely and clear responses and regular reporting.
Ability to work collaboratively as a team member while exercising self-directed resourcefulness and analytical thinking.
Analytical thinking, business acumen, problem-solving, decision-making, numerical aptitude, communication, persuasion, and negotiation skills.
Ability to take initiative, identify improvement opportunities, and recognize trends and patterns without bias.
Ability to plan for both short- and long-term supply-chain needs.
Ability to spend approximately 90% of work time viewing computer monitors.
Sufficient speech, hearing, visual and mental acuity, and manual dexterity to communicate, understand written instructions, make work-related determinations, and operate standard office equipment.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry objects weighing up to 30 pounds and to sit for long periods in an office environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or another relevant field.

Responsibilities

Maintain item and vendor information and constraints in ERP software.
Forecast and identify demand for multiple warehouses and manage future replenishment planning.
Create and maintain purchase orders, accounting for lead times, transportation, and other constraints.
Negotiate freight pricing and terms and oversee timely delivery of orders.
Assess open and new orders, redirect inventory between warehouses, and manage forecasts to support customer order fulfillment.
Respond quickly to significant supply-chain or demand changes and resolve resulting problems.
Maintain supplier relationships and communicate with internal teams to help prevent unexpected changes, excessive inventory, and out-of-stocks.
Evaluate vendor performance and provide feedback to brand managers.
Coordinate with brand teams on assortment and product-line changes and with internal departments on availability, delivery schedules, and item changes.
Consider transportation methods, delivery timing, and freight costs against negotiated or market rates.
Create and maintain sales reports, analyze sales figures, and project future requirements.
Monitor fill rates and inventory turns against goals.
Liaise with Accounting to ensure purchase orders and invoices are accurate.
Assess supplier profiles and identify opportunities.
Audit freight invoices and paperwork for cost accuracy and recommend price changes when appropriate based on transportation markets.
Communicate risk assessments and mitigation activities to management.
Develop forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns.
Manage supplier relationships to support goods quality, timely delivery, and compliance with contract terms.
Monitor stock levels across warehouses to ensure appropriate code dates and inventory turns.
Monitor and report significant changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies.
Verify accuracy of new-item origination and system entry.
Prepare detailed reports on slow inventory, close code, SKU ratio, transportation constraints, and related matters.
Identify complex problems, evaluate options and costs and benefits, and implement appropriate solutions.
Maintain a consistent state of alertness and perform essential job functions safely.