Assistant Manager, Purchasing & Inventory Excellence

Red Beauty, Inc.; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 30,307 - 60,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Medical Insurance Coverage

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus Plan

Relocation Support for New Hires

Job summary

Red Beauty, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Manager, Purchasing to support end‑to‑end supply chain operations, including procurement, inventory planning, and vendor management.

You will work closely with Sales, Product Management, Logistics, Finance, and suppliers to ensure product availability and optimize stock levels. The role requires strong analytical skills, ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment, and collaboration across departments to align inventory strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory planning, demand planning, or related functions.
• Experience managing purchase orders, vendor communications, and inventory replenishment activities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make business recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, and inventory management functions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and manage purchase orders to ensure timely procurement of products and materials.
• Monitor inventory levels, sales trends, and supply requirements to maintain optimal stock availability while minimizing excess inventory.
• Analyze demand forecasts and collaborate with internal stakeholders to support inventory and replenishment planning.
• Manage vendor relationships, including supplier performance monitoring, issue resolution, and ongoing communication regarding orders, lead times, and supply risks.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and other procurement‑related conditions to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate inbound shipments and work closely with Logistics and Warehouse teams to ensure timely product receipt and inventory accuracy.
• Monitor backorders, stock shortages, and supply interruptions while developing mitigation and contingency plans.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, Finance, and Operations teams to align inventory strategies with business requirements.
• Support S&OP activities by providing purchasing, inventory, supplier, and demand‑related analysis.
• Review and analyze supply‑chain performance metrics, including inventory turns, fill rates, service levels, vendor performance, and forecast accuracy.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and participate in system enhancements, automation initiatives, and cross‑functional projects.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, and internal controls.
• Prepare regular reports, dashboards, and management updates related to purchasing, inventory, supplier performance, and supply‑chain activities.
• Participate in meetings, training sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform ad hoc projects and other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel proficiency

Communication

Organizational skills

Vendor relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

Red Beauty, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Manager, Purchasing to support end‑to‑end supply chain operations, including procurement, inventory planning, and vendor management.

You will work closely with Sales, Product Management, Logistics, Finance, and suppliers to ensure product availability and optimize stock levels. The role requires strong analytical skills, ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment, and collaboration across departments to align inventory strategies