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locationsBastian - VA time typeFull time posted onPosted 2 Days Ago job requisition idR118797 ****JOB OVERVIEW:****

This position is responsible to review and analyze all merchandise to ensure fulfillment to distribution centers. Review assigned and **more complex** vendors to ensure correct forecasting, order placement and all terms and agreements are enforced and followed. Manage higher variability in demand and seasonal lines.

****KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:****

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* Manage complex import vendors with high lead times and high forecasting horizons.

* Determine appropriate product quantities to purchase while keeping inventory replenishment at sufficient levels.

* Negotiate special buying agreements to get additional discounts to increase profit margin.

* Maintain low levels of excess inventory through regular review of stock levels and forecast. Work with Marketing and Merchandising and recommend disposition of discontinued and slow moving products.

* Contact for Customer Service to provide detailed information on products, status of product availability for backorders, and to suggest substitutions.

* Form and maintain favorable relationships with vendors and sales to maximize profitability.

* Proactively study merchant sales plans and evaluate sales history to develop inventory forecasts.

* Monitor and adjust E3 system exceptions regularly and reviews system-generated suggested order quantities and re-projects buys (add value to the info generated from the system in a proactive manner).

* Negotiate profit margin with volume buying from our suppliers.

* Meet with vendors to stay informed of product specifications and to obtain information on discontinued items.

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****KNOWLEDGE:****

Advanced intermediate level professional role. Good judgment and sound analytical ability required to perform tasks. Know and apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of a particular field. Apply company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of routine and complex issues

**JOB COMPLEXITY:**

Work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Demonstrate good judgment within defined procedures and practices for obtaining solutions. Build productive internal/external working relationships.

**SUPERVISION:**

Normally receive little instruction on day-to-day work, general instruction on new assignments. Assignments can be broad in nature.

**WORK EXPERIENCE:**

Typically 4 or more years of increasing responsibility in terms of any applicable professional experience.

**PREFERRED EDUCATION** :

Bachelor's Degree or global equivalent in related discipline. E3 Level 4 certification required.

**GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES** **:**

* Professional skills with an understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures.

* General proficiency with tools, systems, and procedures.

* Good planning/ organizational skills and techniques.

* Good analysis and problem solving skills.

* Good writing and communication skills.

* Excellent conflict resolution skills. Self -starter in creating issue resolution

* Excellent decision making skills.

* Excellent Interpersonal skills.

* Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.

* Direction from manager/director is needed on some complex issues.

* Developing professional credibility

**SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:**

* Ability to optimize fill rates while managing inventory to lowest possible levels.

* Anticipate future trends

* Ability to work through ambiguity of data

* Good decision making skills

* Ability to collaborate with cross functional partners and suppliers

* Good negotiating skills

* Broad knowledge of SKU optimization process

* WCS

**TRAVEL/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**

* Travel typically less than 10%.

* Office environment. No special physical demands required.

**PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:**

Typically, to advance to a new grade, TSMs must demonstrate professional behavior and should consistently be at the high-end of meets expectations or consistently exceed expectations.

Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

For more information about career opportunities at Henry Schein, please visit our website at: www.henryschein.com/careers

Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) is a solutions company for health care professionals powered by a network of people and technology. With approximately 21,000 Team Schein Members worldwide, the Company's network of trusted advisors provides more than 1 million customers globally with more than 300 valued solutions that help improve operational success and clinical outcomes. Our Business, Clinical, Technology, and Supply Chain solutions help office-based dental and medical practitioners work more efficiently so they can provide quality care more effectively. These solutions also support dental and medical laboratories, government and institutional health care clinics, as well as other alternate care sites.

Henry Schein operates through a centralized and automated distribution network, with a selection of more than 120,000 branded products and Henry Schein private-brand products in stock, as well as more than 180,000 additional products available as special-order items.

A FORTUNE 500 Company and a member of the S&P 500 index, Henry Schein is headquartered in Melville, N.Y., and has operations or affiliates in 32 countries and territories. The Company's sales reached $10.1 billion in 2020, and have grown at a compound annual rate of approximately 12 percent since Henry Schein became a public company in 1995.

Henry Schein embraces diversity and is committed to providing equal opportunity to employees and applicants. If you are unable or limited in your ability to complete the application process, including the use or access of , as a result of a physical or mental impairment, you can request reasonable accommodations.

Please e-mail the appropriate email address below with the type of accommodation you are requesting. Please include your first and last name, phone number, position for which you are interested in applying and geographic location in your request.

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