Summary

Purchasing Manager will be responsible for purchasing, demand planning, inventory planning, forecasting, S&OP process, logistics, order management and warehouse operations.

Duties  
Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive strategies that align with the company's business goals and growth objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand.
• Inventory Management: Manage an inventory tracking system to minimize stockouts and excess inventory. Implement best practices for demand forecasting, replenishment, and stock rotation.
• Logistics and Distribution: Oversee the distribution process, including transportation, warehousing, and fulfillment. Streamline logistics operations to optimize lead times and reduce shipping costs.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation. Continuously assess and enhance operations processes to increase efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Risk Management: Mitigate potential disruptions by assessing and managing risks related to demand volatility, supplier issues, geopolitical factors, and other external influences.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Utilize data analytics tools and software to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and generate reports. Use data-driven insights to make informed decisions and drive improvements.
• Ability to direct and manage the activities a warehouse manager, logistic coordinator and inventory planner.
• Work with our suppliers to expedite, track and manage the supply chain flow.
• Manage the inventory flow from third party warehouse to the Himalaya warehouse.

Required
Qualifications

• Must have strong Demand planning experience with international suppliers a plus.
• This is an onsite position to support the team. Experience working with both D2C and B2B
• Proven experience (5+ years) in Purchasing, Logistics and Distribution is required, preferably within the e-commerce industry.
• Experience with ERP Demand Planning is a MUST, SAP experience preferred.
  
• Strong working knowledge with Microsoft Office products and advanced Excel skills needed.
  
• Strong communication, organization & attention to detail.
• BS degree in supply chain management, logistics, or business administration (preferred)
• Supplement or personal care experience preferred.
  

Compensation and
Benefits

• Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience.
  
• Excellent company benefits including medical, dental, vision, life
• Long and Short-Term Disability & 401(k).
  

About Himalaya
Herbal Healthcare

Founded in 1930, Himalaya remains family owned with products offered in over 90 countries.

Himalaya offers a full line of clinically studied herbal formulations, certified USDA organic pure herbs, and a full line of pure body care products. Integrating the principles of traditional medicine and modern science, Himalaya is a worldwide pioneer in the field of scientifically validated herbal healthcare backed by clinical study.

In fact, our clinical research has been published in numerous medical journals including The European Journal of Pharmacology, Phytotherapy Research, The Indian Journal of Clinical Practice, Australian Journal of Medical Herbalism, and JAMA, India.

Himalaya's North American LEED® Gold-Certified Eco-Friendly corporate office and warehouse facility is located in Sugar Land, Texas, a community neighboring Houston.

Please also read about our heritage, our investment in science, our worldwide presence, and the global community we help support.