Inventory & Procurement Consultant Job at Robert Half (Tampa)

Job Description

Our client, a product-based e-commerce business, is seeking an experienced Inventory & Procurement Consultant to stabilize and optimize their current inventory operations. This is a hands-on, project-based role focused on cleaning up inventory data, improving purchasing discipline, and establishing scalable processes to support growth and cash flow efficiency. The consultant will work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to bring structure, visibility, and accuracy to inventory management across Shopify and Sage.

Job Responsibility

Conduct a comprehensive audit of all SKUs across Shopify and Sage to assess product performance, identify inactive/dead stock, and validate inventory accuracy
Reconcile inventory discrepancies between systems, ensuring alignment of quantities, valuation, and SKU mapping
Analyze sales velocity and product movement to distinguish core (always-on) vs. seasonal/limited-run SKUs
Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to define and validate core product assortment
Develop and implement inventory control frameworks, including reorder points, min/max inventory levels, and safety stock thresholds
Build structured purchasing and replenishment processes to reduce overbuying and excess inventory
Create demand forecasting models to support short- and long-term inventory planning
Establish differentiated buying strategies for core products vs. seasonal or promotional launches
Communicate directly with suppliers to optimize lead times, order quantities, and purchasing cadence
Identify process gaps and system inefficiencies, and implement corrective actions
Document standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support transition to a permanent hire

Requirements

5+ years of experience in inventory planning, procurement, or supply chain within a retail, e-commerce, or product-based environment
Proven experience managing SKU-level analysis, inventory optimization, and purchasing strategy
Hands-on experience with Shopify and Sage (or similar ERP/inventory systems)
Strong analytical capabilities, including demand forecasting and inventory modeling
Experience reconciling inventory across multiple systems/platforms
Ability to translate data into actionable insights and operational improvements
Experience building inventory processes from a low-structure or reactive environment

Nice to have

Background in high-SKU or fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) environments
Experience with inventory cleanup, turnaround, or transformation projects
Familiarity with cash flow optimization and working capital management
Advanced Excel or data analysis skills (e.g., forecasting models, scenario planning)

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

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