Strategic Purchasing & Inventory Leader (Walmart Focus)

Natco Home Group; West Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision

HRA

HSA

FSA

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Natco Home seeks an experienced Purchasing and Inventory Manager to lead the supply chain team at our West Warwick, RI headquarters. You will supervise a purchasing and inventory planning group, drive replenishment for Walmart programs, and shape sourcing strategies to optimize stock and supplier performance.

This role partners across functions to enhance forecasting accuracy, customer satisfaction, and business growth, while mentoring staff and aligning with COO directives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years in purchasing, inventory planning, supply chain, procurement, demand planning, or related field.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience with Walmart inventory planning, forecasting, Retail Link, or supplier management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop purchasing and inventory planning team members.
• Lead inventory planning and replenishment activities for Walmart U.S., Walmart.com, and Walmart Canada programs.
• Execute and manage purchasing strategies based on forecasts, inventory levels, customer demand, supplier lead times, and business objectives.
• Monitor inventory performance to maintain appropriate stock levels while minimizing out-of-stock and excess inventory.
• Analyze sales trends, forecasts, promotional activity, and supply chain risks to drive informed purchasing decisions.
• Create and manage domestic and international purchase orders and oversee supplier communications.
• Collaborate with vendors, freight partners, and internal teams to ensure timely product availability and resolve supply chain issues.
• Track inventory across multiple warehouses and identify opportunities for inventory optimization and operational efficiencies.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to support customer requirements, improve forecasting accuracy, and drive business growth.
• Perform all other projects or duties as directed by the Chief Operating Officer

Skills

Team leadership

Forecasting & planning

Inventory management

Vendor relations

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Operations, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory software

Job description

Natco Home seeks an experienced Purchasing and Inventory Manager to lead the supply chain team at our West Warwick, RI headquarters. You will supervise a purchasing and inventory planning group, drive replenishment for Walmart programs, and shape sourcing strategies to optimize stock and supplier performance.

This role partners across functions to enhance forecasting accuracy, customer satisfaction, and business growth, while mentoring staff and aligning with COO directives.