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Bass Pro Shops

Inventory Specialist

Bass Pro Shops, Springfield, Missouri, us, 65897


POSITION SUMMARY:The Inventory Specialist has the responsibility of managing product fulfillment, in-stock levels, and inventory management for defined high profile categories to support DC/store forecast and replenishment to execute critical business initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Executes all daily aspects of domestic and import replenishment including flow of products from overseas through import and warehouse facilitiesManages inventory levels at both store and DC while maintaining store in stocks goals and customer fill rate goals.Interacts daily with buyers on new item purchases, identifying seasonality of goods, and inventory flow regarding promotional activity.Anticipates potential problems and risks; generates ideas, insights and solutions to resolve potential problems. Proposes and executes solutions for issues identified during analysis of data.Demonstrates advanced product knowledge through sharing information and Merchant relationships.Fosters collaborative relationships between Supply Chain and Merchandising teams.Maintains daily aspects which includes Purchase Order system updates and accuracy including manual purchase order entry, purchase order adjustments, arrival date accuracy and general overall purchase order maintenanceAnalyzes and reviews daily/weekly/monthly/yearly reports and screens to identify inventory imbalances while controlling inventory at store and warehouse level and resolving in stock issues.Monitors, manages and adjusts on order quantities to reflect direct business sales and retail sales for core business and advertised promotions.EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of purchasing principles highly preferredFour-year degree and/or 2-5 years' experience with purchasing highly preferredExperience with AS/400 and JDA supply chain software a plusKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

Ability to communicate with various business contacts in a courteous and professional mannerPrioritize multiple demands and ensure the tasks are executed in a timely mannerAbility to utilize discretion and independent judgment in decision making in order to achieve departmental goalsUnderstand relationship between actions and their impact to the business while having a sense of urgencyAble to be a contributor in a multiple team environmentAbility to determine tasks, prioritize multiple demands and ensure the demands are executed in a timely mannerSelf-motivated and proactive in advanced problem solvingTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regularly performs computer work and sitsOccasionally walks and standsSeldom/never lifts up to 50 lbs.INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT :

Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.Full Time Benefits Summary:Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

MedicalDentalVisionHealth Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountVoluntary benefits401k Retirement SavingsPaid holidaysPaid vacationPaid sick timeBass Pro Cares FundAnd more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.Bass Pro Shops