Supply Chain Analyst

Shearer Supply, Inc.; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Shearer Supply, Inc. is seeking a purchasing professional to plan, execute, and manage purchase orders for residential equipment. You will balance inventory across 21 warehouses while adhering to budget constraints and collaborating with suppliers and internal teams.

The role requires analytical thinking, strong Excel skills, and experience in purchasing or inventory planning. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities are essential for successful vendor relationships and timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or business.
• Analytical thinker with strong Excel skills.
• Experience with purchasing, procurement, or inventory planning.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to negotiate and manage multiple priorities.
• ERP / MRP experience preferred.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment and meeting deadlines.
• Team player and cross-department collaborator.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage purchase orders for residential equipment.
• Maintain balanced inventory within budget across 21 warehouses companywide for assigned product families.
• Forecast demand using sales trends, historical data, and seasonal patterns.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Evaluate supplier performance for cost savings opportunities.
• Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams for inbound shipments.
• Resolve discrepancies related to purchase orders, invoices, and deliveries.
• Maintain accurate ERP records and generate inventory reports.
• Support sales staff with product availability and lead time inquiries.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel

Negotiation

Vendor management

ERP/MRP experience

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or business

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Description

This position will report into the Residential Equipment Purchasing Department.

Description

This position will report into the Residential Equipment Purchasing Department.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage purchase orders for residential equipment.
• Maintain balanced inventory while staying within a given budget across 21 warehouses companywide for assigned product families.
• Analyze sales trends, historical data, and seasonal demand to develop accurate forecasting and replenishment plans
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Evaluate supplier performance and identify opportunities for cost savings
• Coordinate with the warehouse and logistics teams to ensure timely receipt and processing of inbound shipments
• Resolve discrepancies related to purchase orders, invoices, and deliveries
• Maintain accurate records in the ERP system
• Generate and review purchasing and inventory reports for management review
• Support sales staff with product availability, lead time, and sourcing inquiries

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or business
• Prior purchasing, procurement, or inventory planning experience preferred
• Analytical thought processing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to negotiate
• ERP / MRP Experience preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Team player with the ability to collaborate across departments