Replenishment Buyer

Iron Valley Supply Co.; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Iron Valley™ Supply Co. in Birmingham, Alabama is seeking a Replenishment Buyer to support inventory replenishment activities, process purchase orders, monitor stock levels, and coordinate with vendors to ensure product availability and accurate records.

The role reports to the VP of Procurement and Merchandising and requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced wholesale environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in purchasing, replenishment, supply chain, or procurement within a wholesale distribution or similar environment preferred.
• Experience with ERP, MRP, or inventory management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and order tracking.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and MS Office; strong skills in Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and replenish stock based on sales demand, forecasts, and established inventory guidelines.
• Create, review, and manage purchase orders to ensure timely product replenishment.
• Track purchase order status, shipments, and delivery schedules.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels while balancing inventory investment and customer service objectives.
• Investigate and resolve inventory receipt discrepancies, including quantity variances, damaged goods, pricing differences, and receiving errors.
• Work closely with warehouse personnel to reconcile discrepancies between purchase orders, receiving documents, vendor invoices, and inventory records.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, vendor, and product information within the company's ERP system.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve replenishment processes and inventory control procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

ERP / MRP systems

Excel proficiency

Analytical reasoning

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply Chain

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

Iron Valley™ Supply Co. was founded in 1986 in Birmingham, Alabama. This privately-held wholesale distributor is a leading supplier of shooting sports and outdoor products. As a distributor of more than 150 of the nation's foremost brands and products, Iron Valley™ Supply Co. provides unsurpassed customer service, product knowledge and support to our dealers in hunting, shooting sports, and outdoor equipment. Our passion is rooted in the outdoor community, and we are steadfastly committed to serve as Your Shooting Sports Source

Job Summary:

The Replenishment Buyer supports inventory replenishment activities to maintain appropriate stock levels and ensure product availability. This position is responsible for purchase order processing, inventory monitoring, vendor communications, and resolving inventory receipt discrepancies to maintain accurate inventory records and ensure timely processing. The Replenishment Buyer reports to the VP of Procurement and Merchandising.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor inventory levels and replenish stock based on sales demand, forecasts, and established inventory guidelines.
• Create, review, and manage purchase orders to ensure timely product replenishment.
• Track purchase order status, shipments, and delivery schedules.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels while balancing inventory investment and customer service objectives.
• Investigate and resolve inventory receipt discrepancies, including quantity variances, damaged goods, pricing differences, and receiving errors.
• Work closely with warehouse personnel to reconcile discrepancies between purchase orders, receiving documents, vendor invoices, and inventory records.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, vendor, and product information within the company's ERP system.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve replenishment processes and inventory control procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications/Skills:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in purchasing, replenishment, supply chain, or procurement within a wholesale distribution or similar environment preferred.
• Experience with ERP, MRP, or inventory management systems.
• Working knowledge of purchasing processes, inventory replenishment, and inventory management principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and order tracking.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and MS Office; strong skills in Excel required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 10 pounds occasionally