Essendant is a purpose-driven company that reaches beyond business goals to define its success within commerce today. We support our associates, customers and communities – our core values and guiding principles shape what we aspire to do. Integrity, Collaboration, Customer-Centric, Embrace and Drive Change are our core values that serve as the foundation of our pathway to success. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Giving Back, Associate Safety, and Accountability are our guiding principles that motivate us to focus on creating a safe and rewarding experience. Essendant is a leader in supporting the supply chain industry and has been in business for 100 years to deliver the best practices for our customers and associates. Join us at Essendant, the better way to commerce.

Inventory Enablement Analyst

Major Responsibilities

Communicate inventory performance regularly, and as needed to relevant areas. Proactively communicate performance issues when possible.  Continuously communicate policies and processes and further cross-functional understanding Leads cross-functional efforts, in collaboration with Merchants, Operations, Inventory Management, and IT to drive Supplier EDI enablement, monitor performance and resolve issues. Reviews all incoming data to ensure accuracy within the Business System (ASN accuracy – including cost, quantity and UCC128 standards) and assigns scorecard metrics. Works with outside EDI trading partners, the Company’s application outside support partner, third party value- added networks as well as in-house associates to ensure quality EDI transmissions for suppliers Works across all channels of Supply Chain to solicit feedback and coordinate efforts to enhance internal and external customer satisfaction. Monitors and analyzes inventory service levels and turns for select areas. Identifies issues, suggests solutions, and works with all functional areas to resolve issues and improve performance. Develops and sets communication standards Collaborates with the inventory team and other functional areas to develop and execute policies and procedures to maximizes supply chain performance Serves as UAT team member for Manhattan Associates system upgrades. Trains department on system usage and features. Assists in working with vendor and department in troubleshooting Manhattan Associates system issues. Makes decisions and recommendations that maximizes total economic value for the business Understands and demonstrates Essendant’s Core Values. Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Knowledge Required

Self-starter that can work independently or with a team, with little or no supervision. Experience with EDI connectivity. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with all levels of management. Strong written/verbal communications; Express ideas clearly and persuasively, in oral and written form; along with successful negotiating abilities. Excellent organizational skills, with a high attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines, prioritize, multi-task, and be flexible in fast-paced, changing environment. Strong analytical and mathematical capabilities with proven skills in problem solving. Solid understanding of financial concepts Understanding of inventory management techniques, system basics (turns, fill rate). Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures. Intermediate/Advanced skill with MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as reporting/analysis tools such as Power BI, Toad Data Point, etc… Experience with ERP systems desired, Manhattan Associates specific experience a plus.

Education and Experience 

Bachelor’s degree (Business, Logistics, Operations Management, or equivalent experience) Minimum of 5+ years relevant work experience Demonstrated leadership experience Work experience in a multi-facility, wholesaler or distribution, network environment with a high item record count preferred.

Salary: $60,000-$75,000

Benefits:

Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) 401k with matching Company Holidays Overtime Pay for hourly employees Paid Vacation, Floating Holidays, and Sick Time Maternity and Parental leave benefits Employee discount Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program

ABOUT ESSENDANT

Essendant drives to be inclusive and celebrates diversity by starting with our associates. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. We strongly encourage candidates to apply for opportunities, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. At Essendant we are building an elevated community by creating a safe and supportive work environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, including or based on age, race, color, disability, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. People are what drives our company. We are one team with endless possibilities. We are Essendant.