Strategic Purchasing & Planning Specialist

Ilitch Charities, Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Caesars Enterprises Inc. is seeking a Purchasing & Planning Coordinator in Detroit to support purchasing operations and align across the global supply chain.

You will collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to manage product flow, optimize costs, and ensure continuity of supply. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–5 years of experience, with strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5 years of purchasing, supply chain, or related experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support supplier development and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Analyze product costs and market trends to ensure competitive pricing and value delivery.
• Administer purchasing activities, including sourcing, price negotiation support, and supplier coordination.
• Assist with promotional initiatives and limited-time offers (LTOs), including volume forecasting in collaboration with R&D.
• Partner with Replenishment and Transportation teams to monitor and manage freight costs, ensuring cost accuracy and optimization.
• Review and reconcile purchase price variances in partnership with Purchasing, Distribution, and Accounts Payable teams.
• Monitor inventory levels, demand trends, and product velocity to ensure adequate supply and proactively identify risks.
• Review and approve supplier and distributor chargebacks (freight, damages, etc.), while identifying opportunities for cost recovery.
• Generate and distribute pricing and operational reports; identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Manage and maintain reporting processes to improve visibility, decision-making, and operational performance.
• Track purchase orders, resolve past-due issues, and ensure accurate system updates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Oracle

AS/400

Job description

Little Caesars Enterprises Inc. is seeking a Purchasing & Planning Coordinator in Detroit to support purchasing operations and align across the global supply chain.

You will collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to manage product flow, optimize costs, and ensure continuity of supply. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–5 years of experience, with strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.