Course Materials Inventory Strategist

Barnes & Noble Education, Inc.; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401k with discretionary match

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

BARNES & NOBLE EDUCATION, INC. seeks an Inventory Coordinator to help ensure course materials are available by analyzing sales history, course data, and supplier practices. You will determine stocking levels, support buying decisions, and resolve inventory issues to meet department goals.

The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. Full-time, on-site opportunity with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet applications, along with general computer skills.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Determine appropriate stocking quantities for course materials by analyzing historical provider, site, course, title, and sales data, along with other relevant information.
• Analyze purchasing activity and inventory information to support accurate buying decisions and anticipate course materials demand.
• Review stocking decisions and inventory levels to help prevent backorders and excess inventory while supporting cost and margin objectives.
• Monitor inventory risks, including custom course materials, and take appropriate action as needed.
• Review publisher policies and practices, new editions, packages, substitutions, and other product changes that may affect inventory needs.
• Review substitution notices, evaluate and adjust adoptions as appropriate, and identify alternate course material options from other vendors when needed.
• Work with Acquisitions and Client Representatives to support course materials availability and assist with resolving inventory-related issues.
• Monitor order status and inventory levels for assigned key accounts.
• Review reports and information to evaluate performance by provider, site, course, or title.
• Assist with evaluating historical information provided by new and existing clients.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Prioritization

General computer skills

Word processing & spreadsheets

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

BARNES & NOBLE EDUCATION, INC. seeks an Inventory Coordinator to help ensure course materials are available by analyzing sales history, course data, and supplier practices. You will determine stocking levels, support buying decisions, and resolve inventory issues to meet department goals.

The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. Full-time, on-site opportunity with competitive benefits.