Supply Chain - Buyer/Planner

For 95 years, Boelter has been helping our customers create unforgettable experiences.  Our focus is to provide unparalleled service and high-quality products.  Boelter takes your best and makes it even better.
 

Boelter participates in every aspect of the restaurant supply, hospitality, and beverage industries.  From designing commercial kitchens to delivering barware supplies, from installing food service equipment to staging the perfect tabletop - with our full spectrum of services and products - we bring inspiration to the table.

Supply Chain Buyer/Planner – Branding Solutions

Location: Pewaukee Corporate Office

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Job Summary

The Buyer/Planner plays a key role in optimizing the supply chain for the Beverage Industry. This position collaborates closely with the Product Management, Sales, and Customer Service teams to develop and implement effective supply chain strategies. The Buyer/Planner is responsible for forecasting, inventory management, and procurement strategies that drive cost savings, enhance efficiency, and support the company’s sales and profitability goals.

This role requires a proactive approach to inventory planning, purchase order management, supplier coordination, and risk mitigation to ensure optimal stock levels and seamless supply chain operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Analyze sales trends and market data to develop accurate forecasts that maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Maintain strong relationships with manufacturers and key suppliers to ensure timely production schedules and on-time deliveries.
• Review purchase order requisitions, release purchase orders, and manage order changes and follow-ups.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent stock-outs while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Oversee inventory management at off-site locations and subcontract vendors.
• Stay informed on external market conditions, including supply chain disruptions, governmental regulations, logistics challenges, and commodity cost fluctuations.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Identify and resolve supplier nonconformance issues.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement projects within the materials planning function.
• Evaluate forecast accuracy, reconcile significant variances, and refine forecasting models.

Education & Experience Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in buying, planning, or supply chain management within a relevant industry.
• Global procurement experience strongly preferred.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong Excel skills.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to exceed performance targets.
• Experience presenting to and interacting with senior management internally and externally.
• Understanding of Supply Chain best practices.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Sedentary work primarily involving sitting or standing.

At Boelter, we care about our associates. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive suite of benefits that are designed to promote and support total well-being for you and your family.  

Associates working a minimum of 30 hours per week are eligible to enroll in our benefit programs. Coverage begins the first of the month following hire date for those that enroll in:
 

•Medical & Prescription Drug
•Dental
•Vision
•Flexible Spending
•Health Savings Accounts
•Long-Term Disability
•Basic Life/AD&D
•Supplemental Life/AD&D

Short-Term Disability coverage is provided via salary continuation at a rate of 60% of your base salary. You are eligible for this coverage after one year of employment.

401(k) contributions can start as soon as the first payroll of employment and include a company match.

You can also take advantage of Associate Perks immediately such as Paid Time Off and associate discounts at our stores.

We are proud to offer On Demand pay to their associates. Work today and get paid tomorrow! 
Boelter is committed to offering a robust benefits package and exciting work culture that makes it a great place to work!  Wont you come join us?