Replenishment Buyer - Temp

Are you curious about solving complex business challenges for a leading convenience retailer? Do you have a passion for cross-functional collaboration? Then you may be the perfect addition to our team! Cumberland Farms is one of the fastest-growing convenience retailers in the United States, committed to becoming America’s #1 ‘one-stop’ destination. The business has an established pedigree of delivering excellent fuel, grocery and merchandise, and food service. Headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts, our Company has grown to over 1,500+ locations across the United States employing over 18,000 team members.

About the role

As a Replenishment Buyer, you will manage the inventory in the WDC for assigned vendors to achieve assigned key performance indicators (fill rate, days cost of sales, aged inventory).

Responsibilities

• Purchase and manage inventory levels of assigned vendors to ensure targeted fill rates are achieved
• Analyze data to determine appropriate order quantities, inventory level and replenishment strategy
• Communicate with suppliers and carriers to arrange timely and accurate delivery of purchase orders
• Identify and create solutions to a variety of inventory conditions to avoid spoils and aged inventory
• Manage fill-rate, aged inventory and expiry report within assigned buyer groups
• Partner with the category management team for seasonal planning and implementation of new items and any strategic objectives
• Prepare reports and records related to buying and inventory activities
• Strong working knowledge of Supply Chain Management processes and best practices (material planning, Logistics, Demand planning, S&OP process, fulfillment, KPI’s and Continuous improvement)
• High aptitude with various MRP software/platforms and ability to quickly learn and utilize in-house system
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Associate’s Degree in Business Administration
• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics or related fields
• Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office software products
• 2 years of experience using an MRP system
• Strong math skills as well as inventory management, product forecasting and product purchasing/coordination experience
• 5 years of experience using an MRP system (preferred)

Skills

• Well organized and detail/process oriented
• Strong communication skills, including a pleasant and professional phone manner
• Ability to work successfully within a fast-paced environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to foster teamwork and build collaborative relationships
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong working knowledge of Supply Chain Management processes and best practices

Schedule

• Typically Monday – Friday, 8+ hour days in an office setting
• 0-5% travel required

Physical Requirements

• Minimal physical effort required; sitting/standing at computer for long periods of time
• Ability to maneuver and lift up to 10 lbs

Pay

Consistent with Massachusetts Pay Transparency Law, we’re sharing the base salary range for this position. Final pay within this range will be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits

Base pay represents just one part of our total rewards approach. We’re proud to offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits that invest in your overall growth, well-being, and career journey.