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DeltaPlus USA · 22 hours ago

Procurement - Purchasing Specialist

Woodstock, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

DeltaPlus USA is seeking a Procurement - Purchasing Specialist to enhance their supply chain operations. The role involves sales forecasting, demand planning, procurement planning, and supplier relationship management to ensure efficient inventory and service level optimization.

ApparelConsumer GoodsManufacturingSales

Responsibilities

Sales Forecasting & Demand Planning

Utilize internal ERP systems and advanced Excel models to develop accurate sales forecasts by model and market

Analyze deviations between forecast and actuals and propose corrective actions based on market trends, inventory levels, and sales events

Monitor product lifecycle stages (launches, phase-outs, substitutions, cannibalization) to anticipate supply needs

Maintain a deep understanding of supply chain flows and market behavior to support forecasting decisions

Procurement Planning & Order Management

Determine optimal order quantities per supplier, balancing constraints such as MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity), MOV (Minimum Order Value), and freight costs

Ensure procurement plans are aligned with inventory targets and financial objectives

Inventory & Service Level Optimization

Monitor inventory levels continuously to maintain service levels and avoid stock-outs or overstock

Coordinate emergency inter-platform stock transfers and air freight shipments when necessary

Identify and implement corrective actions to improve inventory turnover and reduce holding costs

Supplier Relationship & Order Book Management

Manage supplier orders, lead times, and logistics performance

Resolve disputes with suppliers and logistics providers

Apply purchasing policy, including pricing, payment terms, and sourcing requirements

Liaise with internal stakeholders (Sales, Export, Subsidiaries, Warehousing) to align on priorities

Work closely with Product Specialists to assess supplier performance and risk

Strategic Sourcing & Purchasing Support

Support internal departments in defining purchasing needs and specifications

Conduct supplier research to identify alternatives and mitigate supply risk

Lead price negotiations with existing and prospective suppliers

Regulatory & Market Intelligence

Stay updated on global and local regulations affecting the supply chain (customs, duties, FTAs, insurance, etc.)

Track cost and charge fluctuations affecting procurement decisions and margin analysis

Analyze and communicate the impact of economic and market changes on sourcing strategies

Reporting & Performance Management

Develop supplier capacity and workload plans

Generate dashboards and reports for product group sales, service levels, inventory status, and forecast accuracy

Conduct root cause analysis for deviations and propose improvement actions

Plan ahead for supplier shutdowns and annual closures

Balance procurement across restricted production capacities

Optimize container utilization with full-container or groupage shipping models

Prioritize stock allocation during shortages based on commercial value and urgency

Make critical decisions regarding customer demand fulfillment under limited supply

Manage cancellations or changes from major customers post-production

Resolve order mix-ups and missing items due to supplier delays

Address documentation errors (Invoices, Bills of Lading, Packing Lists) that impact import/export compliance

Determine order prioritization in case of delays to minimize customer impact

Qualification

Supply chain managementDemand forecastingERP systemsMicrosoft ExcelProcurement managementInventory managementAnalytical skillsStakeholder managementNumerical data proficiencySpanish proficiencyCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTime management