Job Description

We are now accepting applications for the following position:

PURCHASING & LOGISTICS ASSISTANT

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Analyze past sales data, sales trends and works closely with sales team to forecast orders.

• Be able to work closely with the wine department manager to ensure container loads are correct.

• Prepare purchase orders, invoices, transfer orders, and other logistics tasks.

• Optimize inventory turns and maintain sufficient inventory to meet customer demands.

• Coordinate land and ocean freight of incoming goods. Investigate optimal transportation modes, routing, equipment,

and frequency.

• Inventory control, including creating new items and updating prices in the system.

• Maintain current tracking method of all incoming goods.

• Collate and distribute necessary paperwork for shipments in collaboration with the finance team.

• Collect sales depletion data and send to sales team. Provide sales forecasts as required.

• Ensure accurate and timely weekly, monthly and annual reports.

• Maintain regular contact with other departments to obtain information for correct purchases.

• Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant problems or concerns.

• Help to bridge the gap between purchasing, Sales and finance.

• Works to maintain productive business communications with vendors, shippers and external contacts.

• Ensures that all work is always of the highest standard and integrity.

• Promotes goodwill and a positive image of the Company.

• Perform special projects for manager or sales/ finance team as needed. Including data reports.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or Supply chain/ Purchasing/ Inventory management or a related field.

• A good knowledge of wine would help greatly in this role. WSET or equivalent qualifications would be a plus.

• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar position.

• Understanding of global logistics and shipping, including common obstacles and effective solutions.

• Excellent organizational and management skills.

• Excellent verbal and email communication. Have strong interpersonal skills.

• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

• Ability to multi-task, work accurately under pressure, meet deadlines, and prioritize the work load.

• Meticulous attention to detail; conscientious about quality and accuracy in work product

• Ability to work independently and complete duties and projects with little direct supervision

SALARY RANGE CI$42,000-CI$50,000 per annum
LOCATION: Cayman Distributors Group, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
BENEFITS: In accordance with CI Labour Act
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time position up to 45 hours per week