Bunzl Distribution NA · 1 day ago
Vice President of Inventory Management - Distribution
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expBunzl Distribution NA is a global leader in various industries including Cleaning & Hygiene and Food Processing. The Vice President of Inventory Management is responsible for overseeing the replenishment of goods, ensuring operational excellence, and leading a large team in a dynamic distribution environment.
LogisticsSupply Chain ManagementTransportation
Responsibilities
Lead a direct team of 30 professionals focused on import purchasing and demand planning
Provide strategic oversight and indirect leadership to 140 buyers across 14 field locations
Develop talent, foster collaboration, and drive performance across a geographically dispersed team
Ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing execution aligned with demand forecasts and inventory strategies
Oversee import operations, compliance, and coordination with logistics and distribution teams
Monitor and manage purchasing KPIs including service levels, lead times, and inventory health
Collaborate with sourcing and supplier relationship teams to support supplier partnerships and performance
Participate in supplier meetings and occasional travel to supplier sites to reinforce alignment and execution
Ensure purchasing operations are aligned with supplier capabilities and strategic goals
Partner with sourcing, supply chain, finance, and product teams to support business objectives
Contribute to planning and forecasting processes to ensure supply continuity and responsiveness
Support risk mitigation efforts through proactive communication and operational agility
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience in inventory management, replenishment, demand planning, supply chain, or procurement operations
Proven leadership in managing large-scale inventory management teams and complex import replenishment operations
Strong understanding of global supply chain dynamics, demand planning, and purchasing systems
Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills
Bachelor's degree required
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Comfortable work environment
Full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match
Company
Bunzl Distribution NA
Bunzl Distribution USA, Inc.
5001-10000 employees
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Chief Executive Officer
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