Supply Chain Specialist - Nashville

Supply Chain Specialist

Are you a retail manager with experience in construction and/or manufacturing tools and supplies?  Are you passionate about solving problems for the customer and business?  Are you looking to be part of a nationwide company that feels like a family?

If so, we are looking for you to join our exceptional team as an
 Supply Chain Specialist in Nashville, TN!
 

WHO WE ARE

We are SouthernCarlson, and our foundation of service and commitment began in 1947.   We have the broadest selection of high-quality products from leading suppliers in the industry along with tool repair services to keep businesses running. We provide expertise in both the products we offer and the solutions we propose. SouthernCarlson is The Contractors Choice™ for professional-grade tools, fasteners, jobsite supplies and expert service.

OUR PROMISE MEANS MORE™ 

• Respect - We build relationships on trust, collaboration and kindness while taking the time to learn, grow and celebrate wins together.
• Integrity - We go above and beyond to help customers and employees and do what we can to help resolve issues.
• Teamwork – We support and encourage each other while working together to ensure each customer has a top-notch experience
• Family Environment – We are a nationwide company with small business locations that provides a family-like environment.

The Supply Chain Specialist will provide procurement expertise to ensure we purchase products at the right price and quantities to meet our customers’ needs.

Responsibilities Include:

• Develop strong relationships with key suppliers
• Execute accurate purchase orders
• Source requested products
• Follow up with vendors and the sales team to confirm delivery, specifications, and pricing
• Work with accounts payable to ensure timely bill payment to vendors
• Enhance profit margins
• Evaluate inbound freight expenses
• Perform tracking and expediting of product shipments
• Research and address order variances
• Negotiate payment terms
• Analyze sales trends to ensure stocking levels are adequate
• Help eliminate dead and obsolete inventory
• Report to leadership on new opportunities and challenges

Qualifications Include:

• Bachelor's or associate degree preferred, degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field
• Five or more years of experience in a similar role and industry
• Ability to foster and manage relationships internally and externally
• Ability to multi-task with strong attention to detail and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Systematic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office to include Excel and Outlook