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　　Gordon Food Service is hiring an National Multi-Unit Inventory Specialist. This candidate works directly with National Account Customers and coordinates market intelligence for stakeholders for demand planning needs. Utilizes a forecasting replenishment system and other software applications to drive continuous improvement with customer in-stock performance, inventory turns, and product loss. Continually strengthens customer relationships and builds trust by serving as a liaison between GFS Supply Chain and the customer.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Provides inventory data to customers and National Account teams.

　　Coordinates new business. Involved in the implementation process, loading and communicating usage information to purchasing team.

　　Serves as an information resource to National Account Coordinators and National Account Managers on product related questions regarding inventory levels, discontinued items, excessive orders and general product information.

　　Recommends forecast adjustments to incorporate market intelligence, promotional movement and seasonal demand.

　　Takes ownership of time sensitive, new product listings and inventory levels for promotional activity for National Account customers, working in collaboration with the National Account Coordinator and Purchasing Teams.

　　Using available reporting, Identifies slow moving items and potential dead stock items at Divisional level and takes action to assist specific assigned Chain Customers.

　　Provides pertinent information to facilitate cross-functional communication among GFS departments.

　　Collaborates with National Account team members and National Account customers to effectively plan for future events, limited time offers and inventory requirements according to customer needs.

　　Ideal Candidate will have:

　　Human Relations - ability to work in teams, interact with others across departments/roles, develop relationships, etc.

　　Self Management - self directed with the ability to deal with distraction, repetition, prioritization, fluctuations in workload, ambiguity, etc.

　　Mathematical - knowledge of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages).

　　Communication - excellent written, verbal, organizational and communication skills.

　　Time Management - ability to multi-task, prioritize, and execute efficient work processes.

　　Supply Chain Management - knowledge of principles and methods for moving goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits

　　Customer Service - knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

　　Service Orientation - actively looking for ways to help people.

　　Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field

　　Problem Solver - ability to problem solve and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems by comparing, classifying, innovating, analyzing, coordinating, copying, etc. May refer to established precedents and policies

　　Experience:

　　Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain management or Related field (preferred)

　　Four or more years supply chain management experience (as typically obtained through a Bachelor's degree plus experience working with forecasting and replenishment tools). Proven ability to interact directly with customers at a high level.

　　A proven capability to perform the essential functions of the job, including an equivalent, relevant combination of education, training and experience will be considered in li