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Richard's Kitchen Store in Houma, LA, is seeking a dedicated Purchasing & Inventory Management professional to join our team. As a key person in our operations, you will oversee inventory levels, manage supplier relationships, and ensure products are stocked efficiently. With a competitive salary of up to $52,000 (including bonuses), this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our growing business.
Qualified person must have a great attention to detail, organizational skills, and be willing to learn and understand our buying processes in order to make a real impact. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for helping improve our current company's growth, we invite you to be part of our team at Richard's Kitchen Store and Restaurant Supply.
Compensation:
$52,000 yearly including bonus
Responsibilities:
Analyze inventory levels and trends in order to determine the most suitable purchasing quantities and timings for optimal stock management.
Ensure that appropriate stock levels are maintained while effectively minimizing excess inventory costs.
Build and sustain strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate competitive pricing, favorable terms, and reliable delivery schedules.
Secure advantageous deals and maintain a dependable supply chain with minimal associated costs.
Establish and enforce inventory control procedures to precisely monitor stock movements and reduce discrepancies to a minimum.
Produce detailed reports on purchasing activities, inventory turnover rates, and cost-saving measures to facilitate informed decision-making.
Offer valuable insights for strategic planning and the implementation of cost-effective inventory management strategies.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including sales and operations, to accurately forecast demand and plan purchases accordingly.
Ensure that purchasing activities are aligned with and contribute to the achievement of overall business objectives.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing and inventory management required.
At least 2 years of experience in a wholesale or distribution company is necessary.
A Bachelor's degree is a must-have qualification.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Must possess a strong attention to detail.
Ability to work with accounting systems is required.
US work authorization is mandatory.
Willingness to work 5 days a week in-store and be on your feet a minimum of 50% of the time.
About Company
Richard’s Kitchen Store (RKS) is a restaurant supply store in Houma, LA. We have been in business since 1977, primarily focusing on commercial kitchens, including offshore & marine kitchens, restaurants, healthcare, and residential kitchens.
We offer all major cooking brands, refrigeration, food prep, ice-making, and ware-washing equipment. We also stock an abundance of small wares, cutlery, plumbing, janitorial supplies, and miscellaneous front-of-the-house and back-of-the-house needs. We offer additional services, including a repair service and maintenance division, an in-house delivery and installation team, and a consulting and design division.
Richard's Kitchen Store in Houma, LA, is seeking a dedicated Purchasing & Inventory Management professional to join our team. As a key person in our operations, you will oversee inventory levels, manage supplier relationships, and ensure products are stocked efficiently. With a competitive salary of up to $52,000 (including bonuses), this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our growing business.
Qualified person must have a great attention to detail, organizational skills, and be willing to learn and understand our buying processes in order to make a real impact. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for helping improve our current company's growth, we invite you to be part of our team at Richard's Kitchen Store and Restaurant Supply.
Compensation:
$52,000 yearly including bonus
Responsibilities:
Analyze inventory levels and trends in order to determine the most suitable purchasing quantities and timings for optimal stock management.
Ensure that appropriate stock levels are maintained while effectively minimizing excess inventory costs.
Build and sustain strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate competitive pricing, favorable terms, and reliable delivery schedules.
Secure advantageous deals and maintain a dependable supply chain with minimal associated costs.
Establish and enforce inventory control procedures to precisely monitor stock movements and reduce discrepancies to a minimum.
Produce detailed reports on purchasing activities, inventory turnover rates, and cost-saving measures to facilitate informed decision-making.
Offer valuable insights for strategic planning and the implementation of cost-effective inventory management strategies.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including sales and operations, to accurately forecast demand and plan purchases accordingly.
Ensure that purchasing activities are aligned with and contribute to the achievement of overall business objectives.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing and inventory management required.
At least 2 years of experience in a wholesale or distribution company is necessary.
A Bachelor's degree is a must-have qualification.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Must possess a strong attention to detail.
Ability to work with accounting systems is required.
US work authorization is mandatory.
Willingness to work 5 days a week in-store and be on your feet a minimum of 50% of the time.
About Company
Richard’s Kitchen Store (RKS) is a restaurant supply store in Houma, LA. We have been in business since 1977, primarily focusing on commercial kitchens, including offshore & marine kitchens, restaurants, healthcare, and residential kitchens.
We offer all major cooking brands, refrigeration, food prep, ice-making, and ware-washing equipment. We also stock an abundance of small wares, cutlery, plumbing, janitorial supplies, and miscellaneous front-of-the-house and back-of-the-house needs. We offer additional services, including a repair service and maintenance division, an in-house delivery and installation team, and a consulting and design division.