About this role
Why Work For Us?
- Great Pay - opportunity to participate in AAA discretionary annual incentive plan or other incentive plans depending upon position
- 401k Matching – $1 for $1 company match up to 6% of eligible earnings per pay period
- Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, wellness program and more!
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off – Team Members accrue paid time off monthly. Depending on position, an additional 24 hours per year are earmarked for volunteer activities.
- Collaborative Environment – AAA will value your contribution to providing exceptional service to our members
- Free AAA Classic Membership
- AAA Product Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
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At AAA, our Team Members strive to deliver amazing service and help our Members outsmart life’s roadblocks. We believe everything you do outside of work adds to who you are at work.
N OTE: This role is hybrid and requires 3 days onsite in our Walnut Creek, CA office. Visits to our warehouse locations (Sacramento, Concord or Phoenix, AZ) are required monthly.
JOB SUMMAR Y
The Manager of Purchasing and Inventory Planning provides strategic leadership to the Purchasing team, overseeing complex supply chain operations and inventory strategies. This position is responsible for managing the end-to-end purchasing lifecycle while balancing inventory levels to meet organizational demands. The Manager analyzes procurement & sales data, forecasts inventory needs, optimizes supplier performance, and ensures audit readiness, while mentoring team members and aligning purchasing practices with corporate goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Inventory Planning & Forecasting Lead the development and execution of inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and minimize carrying costs.
- Analyze demand patterns and supply chain data to develop accurate purchasing forecasts, ensuring product availability while preventing overstock.
- Requisition & Purchase Order Management Oversee the enterprise-wide Requisition and Purchase Order (PO) lifecycle, setting standards for accuracy, pricing, and compliance across the department.
- Drive strategic sourcing initiatives, ensuring high-value procurement projects align with company objectives.
- Supplier Relationship & Performance Management Direct the corporate supplier vetting protocol, ensuring strict adherence to financial, cybersecurity, and ESG standards.
- Evaluate supplier performance through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and manage strategic relationships to ensure contract compliance and service level agreements (SLAs) are exceeded.
- Leadership & Communication Lead, mentor, and develop a team of purchasing professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for cross-functional stakeholders, providing insights into supply chain health, cost savings, and operational efficiency.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
- Advanced knowledge of purchasing policies, inventory management methodologies, and supply chain best practices.
- Strong proficiency in ERP/eProcurement systems (e.g., Workday) and advanced data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau/PowerBI).
- Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategies; demonstrated leadership experience in managing teams and high-stakes supplier negotiations.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE / COMPETENCIES / CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES
- Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in purchasing, inventory planning, or supply chain operations.
- 2+ years of leadership or people management experience.
- Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree or relevant certification (e.g., CSCP, CPIM).
- Advanced experience with ERP SaaS platforms, contract lifecycle management, and enterprise inventory systems.
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We target between minimum and midpoint of the range, and all offers are subject to a fair pay analysis - Compensation Range: Min: $132,465.00 - Mid: $165,580.00
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