Instock Manager Imports, Global Retail Import

Description

The International Expansions team is responsible for launching and managing new Amazon marketplaces around the world. We are seeking a Supply Chain Instock Manager to help work with our top vendors around the world to drive our Global Purchasing Entity. You will have responsibility for end-to-end business ownership of the import supply chain processes from manufacturer to the availability in our Fulfillment Centers and for developing and implementing inventory management strategies to optimize customer experience.

The position requires an individual who can work autonomously in a fast paced, demanding and often ambiguous environment. Additionally since this position involves working with multiple stakeholders around the world in a fast growing opportunity. We need someone with strong stakeholder management capabilities and ownership with great bias for action in getting things done themselves. In this role, you will be a true entrepreneur and manage all aspects of your business on a daily basis.

• Manage availability and inventory health including: improved in-stock rates, inventory planning, vendor lead time, fill rate, unhealthy inventory and forecast accuracy for import selection.
• Driving meaningful data driven solutions to solve complex supply chain problems
• Create and run buying/forecasting scenarios and enable better buying decisions to ensure continuous improvement in the buying process
• Drive automation programs for Imports
• Step changing the vendors’ operational performance by acting as their internal consultant on forecasting/buying/operations domain
• Establish and maintain relationships with senior leaders of partnered vendors to grow and optimize the joint import business.

Your core responsibilities will include monitoring inventory levels, driving supply chain e2e from imports and adjusting buying/forecasting accordingly. You will also work with stakeholders in CA, US, MX, Europe, APAC/MENA taking inputs and pivoting priorities based on business needs.

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• 3+ years of with Excel experience
• 4+ years of supply chain, inventory management or project management experience
• Bachelor's degree, or 3+ years of professional or military experience

• Knowledge of the principles of statistical inventory control
• Experience with process improvement techniques such as Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma

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