Inventory Specialist
Our BIOptimizers vision of superhuman health is alive and growing exponentially, and so is our BIOfamily team.
You'll be playing a key and active role in the company mission to inspire more people on their journey to superhuman health, as we scale from over 450,000 BIOptimizers customers to over 3 million. Are you a natural “people person”?
Do you enjoy interacting with others and leaving them better off than when you found them?
Would you like to be part of a company whose cutting-edge health products make a real positive difference in people’s lives? Then WE WANT YOU!
We're a fun, fast-paced, and fast-growing natural health company.
We're looking for a smart, enthusiastic, driven and detailed inventory control superstar who LOVES making people feel better while making a difference in the Company’s overall supply chain!
Are you willing to be the new Inventory Control superstar on our team as we continue to expand our products across the globe? Here's what we are looking for in a candidate:
Job Summary:
As an Inventory Specialist, your primary focus is to ensure we are always in stock on all our products! To accomplish this, you will need to know inventory levels, inside and out, for all channels of distribution (D2C, B2B, Amazon, and International). You will be responsible for ensuring accurate reorder points and quantities are set by SKU, orders for more inventory are placed according to manufacturing lead times, and that inventory orders deliver on time and in full. You will collaborate closely with the Director of Operations and interact with various team members across departments.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Based on historical demand and projected future demand, set reorder points and quantities by SKU
- Forecast inventory, on at least a quarterly basis, to ensure proper inventory levels are maintained by consistently reviewing weeks of supply, sell thru and trends, and production schedules
- Initiate the creation of inventory purchase orders, including for finished goods and product labels
- Create and maintain inventory purchase orders
- Set up and maintain SKUs in our systems
- Develop and maintain relationships with cross-functional teams, spanning Operations, Sales, Finance, Marketing, Customer Service, and Product Development
- Monitor production and shipping schedules to ensure timely shipment and delivery
- Ongoing cost-cutting initiatives including negotiating with current contract manufacturers
- Prepare data for monthly planning/buying meetings and S&OP meetings. Reports include: inventory on hand, customer demand, in-transit goods and seasonal trends
- Pro-actively communicate with the Director of Operations regarding any quality or production issues with our vendors
- Alert the organization to any current or potential future out of stocks
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Inventory Control required.
- Excellent Excel skills required
- Experience in the natural products industry is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and raw material systems is a plus. Must be based in the Continental USA.
- Central time zone or willing to work CST hours preferred.
- Self-motivated and disciplined to work independently with minimal supervision.
Salary Expectations: $50,000-$60,000 USD Annually
Why Join BIOptimizers?
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, vacation, sick leave, maternity, and bereavement leave.
Health Perks: Free access to BIOptimizers Health Boosting Formulas ($2,400/year value) and personalized Nootropics ($3,600/year value).
Personal Development: Career strengths-based coaching, EFT sessions, and access to free books and courses worth thousands of dollars per year.
Remote Work: Enjoy the flexibility of working 100% remotely in a supportive and dynamic team environment
What to Expect during the selection process:
● Application: your application will be reviewed, and you’ll hear back from us no matter what (no ghosting!). Given the volume of applications, detailed
feedback may not be possible.
● Google Meet Interview: a 30-minute video call with our Talent Acquisition
Specialists to get to know you a bit better and make sure you are aligned with the company's core values.
● Predictive Index Assessment: All candidates need to complete a behavioral and cognitive assessment through Predictive Index. This tool is an integral part of our hiring process and crucial to limiting bias.
● Panel Interview: a 60-minute video call with our Director of Operations and a member of our hiring team to discuss your background, BIOptimizers, and answer your questions about the team and growth trajectory.
● Reference Check: At this point, we will ask for some references, whom we’ll email as part of our due diligence.
● Offer: Ideally, this is the part where we make the offer, you accept, and we all celebrate!
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: Remote
