Inventory PlannerJob Category: OperationsRequisition Number: INVEN002437Full-TimeOn-siteGranite City Electric Supply Company-Taunton250 Revolutionary DrTaunton, MA 02718, USADescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesInventory Analytics & Optimization (Epicor-Focused)Analyze inventory performance by branch, hub, line, and SKU.Monitor fill rates, turns, stock-outs, backorders, and excess/obsolete inventory.Support segmentation, order points, and min/max settings.Identify root causes of stock-outs, overstocks, and forecast gaps.Assist with inventory redeployment, returns, and exit strategies.Product, Line & Supplier AnalysisEvaluate product line and supplier performance across sales, margin, velocity, and lifecycle.Support new line introductions, SKU expansion, and rationalization.Track supplier programs, rebates, pricing, and volume/special buys.Report realized savings and program effectiveness.Business & Branch PerformanceAnalyze branch performance related to inventory availability, service, and sales mix.Support project/BOM inventory needs and large contractor jobs.Align stocking strategies with customer demand in partnership with Sales and Operations.Provide insights for pricing, margin improvement, and working-capital initiatives.Reporting, Dashboards & Data IntegrityBuild and maintain dashboards and reports using Epicor Eclipse, Excel, and BI tools.Ensure data accuracy across item master, supplier records, and transactions.Automate recurring Epicor-based reporting for Buyers and leadership.Support ad-hoc analysis for executive reviews, supplier meetings, and S&OP discussions.Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with Buyers, Category Managers, Sales, Operations, Finance, and IT.Translate Epicor data into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.Support monthly and quarterly business reviews.Key Metrics & KPIsInventory turns (branch, line, SKU)Fill rate / service levelStock-out and backorder root causeExcess & obsolete inventoryGross margin by product/lineSupplier performance & rebate captureSavings from volume and special-buy programsQualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Analytics, Finance, or related field25+ years in distribution analytics or inventory managementEpicor experienceAdvanced Excel (PivotTables, Power Query, formulas)Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsPreferredElectrical distribution experienceKnowledge of electrical product categoriesBI tools (Power BI, Tableau, SQL)Lean/Kaizen continuous improvement exposureCore CompetenciesEpicor-based inventory analysisWorking-capital optimizationData storytelling and executive communicationCross-functional collaborationContinuous improvement mindsetDetail-oriented with strategic perspective