Posted 1mo ago

Inventory Purchasing & Planner

@ Harris Golf Cars
Dubuque, Iowa, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Maintain inventory, Analyze variances, Coordinate counts
Requirements Summary:Strong analytical skills; experience in inventory management; proficient in Excel and data analysis; ERP/MRP experience; five+ years in inventory analysis.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Microsoft Excel, Macros, VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, ERP Systems, MRP
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Summary
This position is a member of our inventory and accounting team responsible for the planning, purchasing and analyzing inventory levels with a focus on minimizing costs, while maintaining product availability during periods of fluctuating demand. This position will be key in the development of inventory controls and procedures for all Harris locations.

​​Role and Responsibilities​
- Maintain effective inventory management and optimal inventory levels.
- Responsible for maintaining ERP inventory system controls and maintenance; create/maintain inventory master records.
- Review inventory management reports daily to ensure variances are addressed and inventory availability is adequate and timely.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory levels and stock movements to support decision-making surrounding inventory levels.
- Review daily sales margins and work with the locations/accounting to explain margin variances and identify corrective actions.
- Review/perform inventory receipts to ensure accurate and timely transactions, as well as accurate costing, are recorded.
- Review all requests for inventory variance adjustments and work with parts and service teams to identify root cause.
- Interact with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of inventory items and resolve any issues with supply or quality.
- Manage and communicate supplier backorders in a timely fashion and escalate expedite requests as business needs warrant.
- Assist in the coordination of physical inventory counts in the event one is necessary.
- Generate/ review inventory activity reports to identify/project inventory trends to establish adequate inventory levels.
- Perform data analysis to improve inventory management processes.
- Monitor inventory levels and identify opportunities for reducing stock and improving inventory turns.
- Assist in the development and implementation of inventory processes and systems for effective inventory management.
- Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

​​Qualifications and Education Requirements​
- Essential to have strong analytical skills and be able to effectively communicate findings.
- Able to approach problems objectively and work logically to find a solution.
- Proficient in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks.
- Proven experience in implementing processes and procedures.
- Capable of working both with various team members with various inventory experience as well as independently
- Able to work with team members in a positive and professional manner.
- Experience in the manufacturing environment a plus.
- Advanced knowledge of Excel and data mining; ability to translate data into conclusions or actions for improvement.
- Applicants are required to have computer skills in Microsoft Applications, especially advanced Excel skills such as Macros, Filters, V lookup, Pivot tables.
- Minimum of associate degree or more than five (5) years’ experience in working with/analyzing and managing inventory.
- Previous experience with ERP systems or possess working knowledge of MRP logic.
- Applicants with Certified Materials Resource Planner (CMRP), Certified Purchasing Inventory Management (CPIM) or APIC certification/coursework will be given strong consideration for this role.