BUYER/PLANNER

This position is not remote; fully in office. **Job Summary:** The Buyer/Planner plays a critical role in effectively managing working capital for BOX Partners. This role has key accountabilities for inventory management and hands-on purchasing day-to-day functions. Working with the Inventory Purchasing Manager, this role is responsible for the successful integration of inventory best practices to support successful growing distribution operations and production activities. Buyer/Planner has the opportunity to apply inventory process expertise to meet the needs of both internal stakeholders while satisfying customer expectations. Effective process management and high-level analytical work will be key factors in sustained success in the role. Working for BOX Partners provides a fast-paced, high-growth environment ideal for those who can thrive independently with career advancement in mind. **Duties/Responsibilities:** - Review and analyze inventory levels and work with warehouse and accounting staff on inventory administration. - Maintain and build relationships with vendors and distribution management. - Partner with Strategic Sourcing Specialists and Category Management to solve vendor issues, vendor changes, and potential product additions. - Manage the purchase order life-cycle end-to-end process. - Coordinates the flow of materials and products through the supply chain by communicating with other departments within an organization. - Responsible for purchasing a variety of categories for multiple locations. - Responsible for maintaining correct inventory levels based on procurement metrics. - Following up on late POs and updating our internal customers. - Resolving backorders and general item maintenance. - Perform other duties as assigned. **Other duties** Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. **Required Skills/Abilities:** - Strong skillset in Microsoft Office suite of products, especially Excel. - Creative problem solver with strong analytical and communication skills. - A working knowledge of distribution, transportation, and supply chain processes. - Experience expediting priority orders and handling vendor and logistic challenges. - Demonstrated ability to work productively and effectively in a team environment. **Education and Experience:** - Work History Requirements: - 3-5 years managing inventory through analytical statistics. - Distribution experience preferred. - Education Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree, with a concentration in supply chain, business, or finance preferred. - Or a related degree with 3-5 years of relevant industry and work experience **Physical Requirements:** Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. BOX Partners is an E-Verify employer. We will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's form I-9 to confirm work authorization. BOX Partners does not use E-Verify to pre-screen applicants. Annual pay is commensurate to relevant experience: $75,000 - $100,000. This position is bonus eligible based on company performance. **Benefits** - 401(k) with matching - Medical insurance - Health savings account - Dental insurance - Vision insurance - Life insurance - Short term Disability - Employee assistance program - Paid time off