Inventory Services Analyst

Family Fare, LLC; Byron Township, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards benefits package

Job summary

SpartanNash, located in Byron Center, Michigan, seeks a detail-oriented professional to manage vendor billing, compliance reporting and daily communications across Supply Chain Inventory Control. The role supports categories and interacts with procurement, DC inventory and the broader Supply Chain team.

Responsibilities include GMROI calculations, item performance reviews, and collaboration with Merchandisers and Vendors on inventory health, aging and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Logistics or related field, or equivalent.
• 2 years in Retail, Merchandising, Inventory Control or Billing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organizational, prioritization and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-starter with initiative.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel).
• Knowledge of query tools: Studio, Cognos and EIS.

Responsibilities

• Manage ASN billing, period billings, compliance reporting and vendor communications.
• Calculate GMROI and New Item Performance; analyze Obsolete Inventory with accounting.
• Meet with Merchandisers, Buyers and Vendors on inventory and shelf life.
• Research repay requests for ASN and Fill Rates; propose process changes.
• Oversee Inbound Fill Rate and on-time performance.
• Modify reports/dashboards in Cognos, Hyperion, MicroStrategy, PeopleSoft, Power BI, Excel.
• Execute test plans for new processes and system upgrades.
• Provide training to Inventory Control Assistants.

Skills

Vendor communication

Microsoft Office

Strong communication

Self-starter

Education

Associate's Degree in Logistics

Tools

Cognos

Hyperion

MicroStrategy

PeopleSoft

Power BI

Excel

Job description

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states. Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers.

Location

850 76th Street S.W. - Byron Center, Michigan 49315

Position Summary

This role is responsible for vendor activities including billings, compliance reporting and overall vendor communication. support to assigned categories to include a variety of tasks that contribute to the overall success of the Supply Chain Inventory Control t team. These tasks include interacting on a daily basis with the Supply Chain team, purchasing, DC inventory control.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Responsible for Advanced Ship Notice (ASN) billing including; projected period billings, accurate billings, compliance reporting, and vendor communication.
• Calculate Gross Margin Return on Investment (GMROI), New Item Performance, and work with accounting to analyze the Obsolete Inventory reporting for actions.
• Meet with Merchandisers, Buyers, and Vendors to discuss inventory, scorecards, guaranteed minimum dating/shelf lives, etc.
• Research repay requests for ASN, Fill Rates, Dock Deductions, etc and propose process changes to prevent future repays.
• Oversight of Inbound Fill Rate/Cases on Time and performance.
• Analyze top 20 issues and support execution of decision trees for excess inventory, at risk inventory, non-performing inventory, etc.
• Modify reports and dashboards as changes need to be made in Cognos, Hyperion, MicroStrategy, PeopleSoft,Power BI, and Microsoft Excel.
• Execute test plans for new processes, system upgrades, etc.
• Provide training and/or assistance to Supply Chain Inventory Control Assistants.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Associate’s Degree (Preferred) Logistics, Supply Chain or other related fields or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Two years Retail, Merchandising, Inventory Control, Warehouse Operations, Billing/Invoicing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have good organizational, prioritization, problem solving and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to be a self-starter.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
• Must have knowledge of Query tools such as Studio, Cognos and EIS.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

Benefits

• As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

Equal Opportunity

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.

Visa Sponsorship

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.

Company Overview

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is a leader in food solutions across the United States. Established in 1918, C&S had its start as a supplier to independent grocery stores. Today, the C&S family of companies — including Grocers Supply, Hansen Distribution Group, FreshKo Produce Services, The Davidson Specialty Food Group and SpartanNash — delivers innovative supply chain solutions, products and services to chain, independent and military customers from 60 distribution centers nationwide. C&S offers a comprehensive range of products for every aisle of the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods, including within our private label portfolio. C&S operates more than 200 corporate-run grocery stores primarily under the banners: D&W Fresh Market, Grand Union, Family Fare, Martin's Super Markets and Piggly Wiggly. C&S is deeply committed to corporate citizenship, actively supporting various charitable causes that help enrich and feed our communities.