Maintain inventory levels and perform inventory analysis on select product lines. Calculate correct order quantities according to inventory specifications. Place purchase orders when needed. Handle and reconcile receiving and invoice issues. Coordinate and reconcile vendor return issues with the Quality and Marketing departments. Work with freight carriers to assure on ti

Review item forecasts for new, existing and discontinued products. Work closely with buyers and merchants to address supply chain disruptions. Ensure that avoiding customer delays is a top priority. Collaborate with Merchandising and utilize "like item" demand history to develop new item forecasts and determine inventory guidelines. Develop aggregate level product forecas

Analyze, calculate and monitor inventory levels on selected product lines. Place purchase orders based on replenishment needs. Develop and maintain good vendor relations. Resolve problems, reconcile vendor returns and expedite order deliveries. Collaborate with internal departments when vendor issues arise. Partner with other team members to provide branch support. Comple

Direct a team of Product Associates to select new products and maintain the current product assortment for our growing North American company. Review competitor's offerings, customer comments and market trends to make informed recommendations on new products for Uline. Manage international and domestic vendor relationships through meeting direction and strong negotiation

Research and source new products from domestic and international vendors. Provide product recommendations based on competitors offering reviews, customer comments and market trends. Lead vendor meetings and negotiations. Assist catalog layout processes and strategize with management on new product placement within its pages. Seek creative methods to increase company profi

Identify trends and patterns among large sets of data using advanced analytics tools and techniques. Work with cross functional teams to provide informed, actionable insights to support the improvement of Uline's logistics operations, processes and procedures. Develop and implement near real time dashboard and reports. Update logistics system with rates, surcharges or ser

Coordinate and expedite the flow of work according to the production schedule. Review and distribute work schedules to ensure timely completion of tasks. Maintain communication with team members to track progress and address any delays or issues. Assist in resolving scheduling conflicts and adjusting plans as needed to meet deadlines. Support production staff by providing

Become an expert in a given product category. Research and source new products from domestic and international vendors. Visit vendors and attend product tradeshows to increase knowledge of manufacturing processes and market trends. Provide product recommendations after reviewing competitors' offerings, customer comments, and market trends. Participate in vendor meetings a

and Duties Include and Not Limited to Utilize strategic sourcing processes and methods to select suppliers based on the best combination of cost, capability, quality, reliability, delivery and receptivity of supplier to strict measurements and controls Work with suppliers to establish performance goals with respect to cost, quality and delivery. Contribute to negotiations

Under the general supervision of the Director, Facilities Planning, Construction and Sustainability, to assist in the coordination and support of new construction, remodeling, and renovation in accordance with contract drawings and specifications for the district's existing and new structures. Work is generally diversified requiring judgment, analysis and decision maki

This position is a strategy setter, collaborator, project manager, and negotiator who applies strong knowledge of tactics and market to Indirect spend categories for the company. This position will have accountability for spend categories, as assigned, such as Marketing, Human Resources, Sales, Finance, Information Technology, MRO, Facilities, and/or Legal. This position

Responsible for the overall management of assigned categories, including development and implementation of category strategy in coordination with key stakeholders. The key function will be to ensure Froedtert Health has the best possible cost position through contract strategy development using market tools, supplier negotiations, product standardization, contract impleme

As a Category Manager Senior your goal is to lead category strategies for multiple purchase areas and/or of significant total spend across the enterprise. You'll lead strategic sourcing activities for assigned commodities by data gathering, identifying suppliers, quote preparation, supplier qualification, and gap analysis to make robust decisions regarding supplier select

The Opportunity Avantor is looking for an experienced Sourcing Manager Direct Materials to be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, completing sourcing initiatives, and handling sourcing activities in the Americas in their specific category. The Sourcing Manager will support single use fluid handling commodities to include bags, filters, fluid transfer, sensors,

Under general supervision, develops and implements cost effective and efficient procedures to purchase assigned commodities in accordance with product specifications, services in accordance with User stated requirements, and company policies and procedures. Job Description Principle Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions Develops sources of supply and obtains inf