<p>POSITION SUMMARY</p> <p>The Associate Analyst-Supply Chain Inventory coordinates all assigned tasks related to inventory management. This also includes monitoring the phasing in/out of products, using test and promotional items, and solving inventory issues in a timely manner.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</p> <p>May perform any or all of the following duties:</p> <ul> <li>Identifies and reports obsolete, surplus, or excess inventory and assists with disposition options. </li><li>Maintains standard policies and procedures to ensure that all inventories are adequately controlled; compiles, maintains and analyzes inventory reports. </li><li>Identifies and reports on recurring issues that drive inventory discrepancies; recommends and implements corrective actions to avoid recurrence. </li><li>Coordinates and communicates information to vendor distributors regarding promotions, product changes, and minimum orders. </li><li>Demonstrates oral and written communication skills; communicates effectively with various contacts (internal and external). </li><li>Attends training to remain current on industry trends </li><li>Participates in company meetings, webinars, and conference calls </li><li>Performs other duties and/or special projects as assigned in response to changing business conditions and/or requirements </li><li>Forecasts usage for limited-time offers and promotional events, and communicates expectations to distributors. </li><li>Manages the phase out/phase in of new products, discontinued products, and/or vendor transitions. </li><li>Works with purchasing and distribution to complete vendor and item set-ups in a timely manner. </li></ul> <p>POSITION QUALIFICATIONS/CORE COMPETENCIES</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's Degree in a Business-related field or equivalent experience. </li><li>Prior experience in an administrative, accounting, or finance role is highly preferred. </li><li>Working proficiency of Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills. </li><li>Must have excellent math aptitude and strong analytical and reasoning skills. </li><li>Must possess a strong work ethic and professionalism to ensure proper handling of sensitive information. </li></ul> <p>WORK ENVIRONMENT</p> <ul> <li>Restaurant Support Center that is fast paced, high volume of activity, and a deadline-driven environment. </li></ul> <p>PHYSICAL DEMANDS</p> <ul> <li>Sitting for extended periods of time, using the telephone, typing, and/or operating a computer and/or mouse </li><li>Travel could be required - 5% </li></ul> <p>THE COMPANY RETAINS THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR ASSIGN OTHER DUTIES TO THIS POSITION AS DEEMED APPROPRIATE WITH OR WITHOUT NOTICE.</p>