Job Description
Key West Aloe is a premier cosmetics company delivering the largest selection of luxurious aloe-based formulations from its flagship retail store in Key West and its eCommerce website. As a growing company, we seek an Inventory/Supply Chain Coordinator with a comprehensive understanding of the complete inventory process who will be responsible for directly managing the various aspects of sourcing component/raw material inventory and scheduling/delivering finished goods inventory based on forecasted demand. This candidate will be responsible for all functions associated with inventory control, distribution and replenishment, maximizing quality and minimizing costs while supporting goals within the company’s supply chain objectives. You will be accountable for timely cost/quantity reconciliation of purchase orders and proper handling of each stage of the finished goods stock replenishment cycle.
Inventory/Supply Chain Coordinator Responsibilities
Manage and forecast demand for all finished good inventory
Coordinate purchase and delivery of raw materials/component inventory stock (bottles, caps, tubes, labels, etc.) from outside suppliers, including overseas sources
Investigate, research, and manage relationships with low-cost suppliers for all materials/component inventory
Manage pricing and production/manufacturing schedule of outside contractors, including prioritizing and expediting delivery of certain finished goods.
Evaluate costs and time schedules for components, raw material, packaging, and delivery from suppliers/vendors, including managing international shipment freight and import duty costs as well as label/packaging printers
Update technical drawings library for all components currently in use for each finished good
Communicate with suppliers to resolve issues regarding product quality, pricing, delivery or conditions of sale
Document and optimize the inventory control process with the development of standard operating processes and procedures
Partner with accounting department in the timely processing of purchase orders and receiving of raw materials, components, and finished goods
Create and deliver inventory management reports including finished goods forecasting, out-of-stock reporting and inventory turn analysis
Attend monthly meetings and present inventory levels of finished goods
Review compliance levels for all current finished goods and work with marketing to ensure appropriateness. This includes ensuring labeling is updated and accurate
Qualifications and Required Skills
High School Diploma or G.E.D. with solid job references is mandatory, B.S./B.A. preferred.
Minimum 5 years of proven experience in inventory management in a component/finished good environment
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams)
Advanced Excel skills including experience with pivot tables and conditional formatting is required (an Excel skills assessment test will be administered prior to hiring)
Experience working with an eCommerce system, (Magento or Shopify) and familiarity with Sage accounting system is preferred
Cosmetics/Beauty/Skin Care industry experience or relevant industry experience where there are components, raw materials, finished goods and contract manufacturers to produce finished goods is mandatory
Excellent written and verbal communication skills - exhibiting tact, courtesy and ethics at all times is essential
Must possess strong time management and efficient organizational skills
Must be within reasonable commute distance of warehouse/office located at 3590 NW 54th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Job Type
Full-time (Onsite), 8-hour workdays, Monday through Friday 7:00 AM through 3:00 PM EST (can shift 8:00 AM through 4:00 PM EST). Hybrid Remote possibility after a 6-month review of proven job aptitude and competency.
Job Location
Onsite at our warehouse facility in3590 NW 54th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Compensation
$50,000 to $75,000 annually, commensurate with level of experience
Benefits
We offer a generous benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, flexible work schedule and a flexible paid-time-off of your choosing as a salaried employee.
The Next Step
If you want to make a difference and be part of a growing, energized team, we welcome you to apply by submitting your resume along with a short letter describing why you would be a great fit to join our Key West Aloe team!
It is Key West Aloe’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expressions, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Company Description
Key West Aloe develops, produces, distributes and markets the largest portfolio of luxury Aloe Vera-based personal care products in the world. Founded in 1971, Key West Aloe began with small batches produced right in Key West. More than 40 years later, we have more than 160 of our own luxurious blends for face, body, sun, men and even pets. Each of these formulas is built on a foundation of our Lab Certified 100% Pure Aloe Vera with the maximum potency of polysaccharides, amino acids, salicylic acid, minerals and vitamins available that they have a strong, long standing loyal customer following.
Even though we are no longer able to produce all of our products in Key West, we are proud to still make our products in Florida using the best ingredients available. We have company-owned retail locations in Key West, and to fulfill with out of state and foreign customers loyal followers, we have our direct to consumer sales online, as well as our our rapidly expanding wholesale channel, including hotels, boutiques, surf shops, marinas, spas and many other market opportunities.
Key West Aloe develops, produces, distributes and markets the largest portfolio of luxury Aloe Vera-based personal care products in the world. Founded in 1971, Key West Aloe began with small batches produced right in Key West. More than 40 years later, we have more than 160 of our own luxurious blends for face, body, sun, men and even pets. Each of these formulas is built on a foundation of our Lab Certified 100% Pure Aloe Vera with the maximum potency of polysaccharides, amino acids, salicylic acid, minerals and vitamins available that they have a strong, long standing loyal customer following.\r\nEven though we are no longer able to produce all of our products in Key West, we are proud to still make our products in Florida using the best ingredients available. We have company-owned retail locations in Key West, and to fulfill with out of state and foreign customers loyal followers, we have our direct to consumer sales online, as well as our our rapidly expanding wholesale channel, including hotels, boutiques, surf shops, marinas, spas and many other market opportunities.