Strategic Inventory Buyer - Supplier Relations & Planning

National DCP, LLC.; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

FSA/HSA

Life/AD&D

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Weekly payroll

Job summary

National DCP, LLC. is seeking an Inventory Buyer in Duluth, GA to plan inventory, place purchase orders, and manage supplier relationships across NDCP distribution locations. The role collaborates with Operations, Transportation, and Brand teams to ensure on-time deliveries and optimal stock levels.

The position emphasizes active participation in LTO/product launches, ERP data accuracy, and effective communication with internal partners. A degree and 0–5 years’ related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 0–5 years in a related position.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Excel experience required; SAP experience preferred.
• ERP data management and inventory planning experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and plan inventory positions based on demand, supplier capabilities, code dates, warehouse needs, and capacity.
• Manage daily relationships with suppliers in assigned category.
• Assist in executing LTO and permanent product launches with supplier input and brand updates.
• Maintain communication with category suppliers to ensure inventory availability and on-time deliveries.
• Interact with Operations and Transportation to resolve receiving issues and delivery discrepancies.
• Maintain business metrics (Inventory DOH/Stock Levels/Fill Rate) to service business needs.
• Place purchase orders on time, compliant with lead times.
• Maintain ERP system integrity on item and supplier data.
• Ad-hoc reporting for daily business needs.
• Assist in creating allocation models for new products and collaborate with Member Services.

Skills

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Inventory planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

National DCP, LLC. is seeking an Inventory Buyer in Duluth, GA to plan inventory, place purchase orders, and manage supplier relationships across NDCP distribution locations. The role collaborates with Operations, Transportation, and Brand teams to ensure on-time deliveries and optimal stock levels.

The position emphasizes active participation in LTO/product launches, ERP data accuracy, and effective communication with internal partners. A degree and 0–5 years’ related experience are preferred.