Inventory jobs revolve around managing, organizing, and tracking goods or materials in a business. The primary tasks include recording inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed, and maintaining accurate records. These roles are crucial for ensuring that there is enough stock to meet demand without overstocking, which can tie up capital and storage space. Employees in inventory jobs must be detail-oriented, adept at data entry, and possess solid organizational skills. They often utilize inventory management software to streamline processes and may work in various environments from warehouses to retail stores. The efficiency and accuracy of inventory management directly impact a company's ability to serve its customers and manage costs.
minimizing aging inventory and fostering a commitment to continuous improvement. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Purchase Orders and Inbound Logistics Execute weekly replenishment and opening order processes. Monitor shipping and tracking against Estimated Time of Arrival for all orders.
Collaborate with freight forwarders and internal teams to optimize freight movement. In Stock % and Turns Achieve established category KPIs for Love’s Distribution Network in-stock percentage goals. Assure inventory efficiency in Love’s Distribution Network to achieve category turn goals. Aging Inventory and Continuous Improvement Minimize aging inventory through proactive management and strategic decision-making.
Continuously backss the current inventory situation and implement improvements to enhance overall efficiency. Inventory Management Work with Category Management to set the inventory plan for items within the Love’s Distribution Network.
Implement Inventory Management procedures from inception into the Love’s Distribution Network to completion in Love’s System. Vendor Forecasting and Planning Collaborate with vendors to forecast and plan inventory needs. Implement different strategies for import and domestic items to make informed business decisions. Analytical Decision-Making Utilize analytics to cut efficient purchase orders, hitting required goals and KPIs for inventory levels. Maximize
in-stock percentage while optimizing turns and overall inventory efficiency.
Handle other duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Education: HS Diploma or equivalent required Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field preferred. Experience: 1+ years of experience in inventory management within a retail or distribution setting is required. 3+ years of experience in inventory management within a retail or distribution setting is preferred. Experience as a retail buyer, in category management, or merchandising is a plus. SKILLS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Skills: Hard Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, knowledge of other software such as SAP applications or product lifecycle management is advantageous.
Soft Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, keen attention to detail, ability to multitask, strong organizational skills, flexibility, and good relationship skills. Ability to work with various levels of management, and self-motivated to take on additional tasks. Typical Physical Demands: Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping. Occasional lifting, up to 25 pounds. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator. Requires normal range of hearing and vision. Must be available to travel when needed (traveling by car and plane about 10% of the time).
Job Function(s): Corporate Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores is the industry-leading travel stop network in the United States. For more than 55 years, we’ve provided customers with highway hospitality and “Clean Places, Friendly Faces. ” We’re passionate about serving drivers with clean, modern facilities stocked with fuel, food and supplies. We offer meals from popular restaurant chains, trucking supplies, showers and everything needed to get back on the road quickly. The Love’s Family of Companies includes: Gemini Motor Transport, one of the industry’s safest trucking fleets Speedco, the light mechanical and trucking service specialists Musket, a rapidly growing, Houston-based commodities supplier and trader Trillium, a Houston-based alternative fuels expert
