The Director of Replenishment is a senior supply chain leader responsible for the strategic direction and operational execution of product inventory flow across Clients entire retail network. This executive manages a complex, decentralized network to ensure that stores are fully stocked, inventory costs are optimized, and the company is prepared for retail demand fluctuations.
Core responsibilities
• Strategy and standardization: Oversee and standardize best practices across more than 20 distribution centers and decentralized replenishment and planning teams.
• Operational oversight: Manage inventory, minimize waste, and implement strategies for collaborative purchasing and planning. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and address issues to ensure department goals are met.
• Merchandising support: Serve as a key partner for national merchandising, contributing to category planning and execution. Provide supplier performance metrics and assist with supplier cost negotiations.
• Cross-functional leadership: Work closely with leadership from distribution, merchandising, and store operations to align supply chain activities with company-wide goals.
• Inventory management: Develop and update a national volume plan to project inventory needs over several months. Maintain adherence to product specifications through distribution center audits.
• Team development: Lead and develop replenishment and planning teams, setting department goals and direction.
Qualifications:
• Education and experience: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as supply chain or business, with extensive 10-15 years experience in retail operations, distribution, and manufacturing.
• Leadership and collaboration: Proven ability to lead large, complex teams and build effective working relationships with various departments and outside vendors.
• Analytical skills: Strong ability to perform analytical work, interpret data, and create strategic plans for inventory and demand forecasting.
• Industry knowledge: A comprehensive understanding of the grocery retail industry and multi-faceted supply chain operations is highly preferred.
• Process improvement: Experience in creating operational efficiencies and standardizing practices across different operating divisions
TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
• Discretionary Annual Incentive.
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
• Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
• Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
• Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
• Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
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• Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.
Salary Range: $130,000 - $185,000 per year #LI-DH1