Join a dynamic and innovative team! Paper Mart is a leading provider of packaging and supplies, committed to delivering quality products and exceptional customer service. With a rich history spanning several decades, we take pride in our innovative approach to meeting the diverse needs of our customers.

We are seeking an experienced hands-on Director of Purchasing & Merchandise Planning to lead all aspects of our demand planning and purchasing team. This position is a cornerstone of our growth strategy and will require deep leadership ability with a desire to personally execute many elements of our demand planning function.

Waste no time- apply now and become a part of our visual storytelling journey!

Job duties:

• Lead department of demand planner(s) and purchasing agents to meet in-stock goals while continuously finding ways to reduce excess inventory.
• Develop demand forecast for top categories and SKUs by analyzing individual item sales, re-forecasting, and entering updated demand into Netstock Demand Planning Software. Delegate and support re-forecasting of all lower velocity items to the demand planner (direct report).
• Manage velocity assignments for all 20k items, ensuring focus is placed on best-selling merchandise in a stable business model with minimal seasonality.
• Oversee purchasing function to ensure that POs are placed timely and key items are always in stock.
• Support optimization of supplier relationships for both partners regarding quality, cost, MOQ, and service.
• Evaluate supplier portfolio and identify/execute opportunities for consolidation, re-sourcing, and expansion.
• Identify inventory trends while monitoring supply and demand to improve cross-departmental awareness and execution; support sales & marketing efforts by providing insights into trending categories, incomplete lines, and over-assortment.
• Monitor and provide updates on inventory levels with recommended improvements and changes for slow-moving and obsolete inventories to maximize revenues and minimize losses.
• Ensure POs are generated/managed through standard process and ERP is properly updated to reflect purchasing activity.
• Implement supplier agreements and scorecards that ensure Paper Mart’s customers get the best value.
• Utilize historical sales data, market trends, sales plans, and other relevant factors to develop accurate demand forecasts. Provide financial forecasts to the accounting team to align inventory investments with financial plans.
• Partner with the marketing team to administer markdowns, closeouts, item transitions, and new item releases.
• Review applicable purchase orders to ensure order quantities support sales growth with minimal overstock risk.
• Identifies inefficient processes and collaborates across departments to drive continuous improvement.
• Works with vendors to secure discounts for marketing promotions, new product launches, and negotiates limited-time exclusives for new items.
• Scope replacement of Netstock software, identify the correct system for Paper Mart, and lead the cross-departmental implementation of a new system.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a demand planning role.
• Minimum of 5 years overseeing purchasing function.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Understanding of end-to-end supply chain networks and interest in improving operational efficiencies through analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and statistical forecasting tools.
• Creative, organized, and detail oriented.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Orange, CA 92865: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person