Buyer I (Olive Branch)

The first 3 letters in workplace safety are Y-O-U!TK Elevator is seeking a highly analytical and execution-focused Inventory Planner / Buyer I – Spare Parts to support the performance of our Spare Parts Distribution Center. This role is critical in ensuring parts availability through a demand-driven replenishment model, while optimizing inventory levels, supplier performance, and cost efficiency.This position is responsible for end-to-end inventory planning and procurement execution, leveraging real-time demand signals, historical consumption patterns, and system-driven replenishment strategies to maintain continuity of supply. The role serves as a key connector between field operations, supply chain, finance, and suppliers, ensuring timely and accurate response to demand without reliance on traditional forecasting models.The ideal candidate will excel in a highly dynamic, reactive environment, where speed, accuracy, and decision-making are essential to meeting customer needs.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSManage inventory using a demand-driven replenishment model, ensuring appropriate stock levels based on actual consumption and system signalsMaintain and optimize stocking policies, reorder points, safety stock, and min/max parameters to align with service level and working capital targetsMonitor inventory health, including stockouts, excess/obsolete inventory, and fill rate performance, and take corrective actionAnalyze usage trends and variability to refine replenishment strategies and improve responsivenessExecute daily purchasing activities driven by system recommendations and real-time demand signalsReview purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness; place orders with approved suppliersServe as the primary point of contact for MRO procurement, including sourcing and executing one-off or exception purchasesExpedite purchase orders and proactively manage supply risks to ensure continuityWork closely with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, quality, and service performanceParticipate in negotiations related to pricing, lead times, and service levelsResolve supplier issues, including delays, discrepancies, and service failuresCommunicate cost changes and supply constraints to stakeholdersMaintain accurate and timely data within ERP systems (Oracle/SAP)EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEUp to 2 years in inventory planning, supply chain, or procurement within a demand-driven environmentStrong analytical skills required.Demonstrated ability to perform multiple functions in a fast-pacedAssociate's degree. Experience in lieu of a degree will be consideredPREFERREDExperience in distribution, spare parts, or MRO environmentsFamiliarity with replenishment models such as min/max, reorder point, and safety stock optimizationExposure to continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean and Six SigmaExperience with Oracle ERPExperience with Baxter planning systemBENEFITSMedical, dental, and vision coverageFlexible spending accounts (FSA)Health savings account (HSA)Supplemental medical plansCompany-paid short- and long-term disability insuranceCompany-paid basic life insurance and AD&DOptional life and AD&D coverageOptional spouse and dependent life insuranceIdentity theft monitoringPet insuranceCompany-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition reimbursement401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre-tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% contributed.Additional benefits include:15 days of vacation per year11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating)Paid sick leave, per company policyUp to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full-time employment)Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies.J-18808-Ljbffr