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Description

Majestic Glove, a Bunzl company, is seeking a Demand Planner based at and must be in close vicinity to our headquarters in Everett, WA.

This position is responsible for leading demand planning and purchasing activities — ensuring the right products are available at the right time to meet customer needs while optimizing inventory investment across our two U.S. distribution centers. The role will analyze sales and inventory trends, manage purchasing, balance inventory, and coordinate with sales and operations to support customer timelines and business objectives.

At Bunzl, we know that our employees are our number one asset. We seek to recruit and retain the right people who are passionate about our business and we provide opportunities for our employees so that they may progress within our company based on their talents, experiences, and their aptitude.

_Responsibilities:_

+ Manage purchasing activities to ensure adequate stock levels that meet sales demand and customer order requirements.

+ Review and analyze sales trends, customer forecasts, and inventory data to determine replenishment quantities and timing.

+ Ensure customer-specific orders are purchased, received, and shipped according to timeline requirements.

+ Monitor and balance inventory between distribution centers to optimize service levels and minimize excess or obsolete stock.

+ Track open purchase orders, lead times, and supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery.

+ Identify and address potential stockouts, overstock, or production delays in a timely and proactive manner.

+ Communicate closely with sales, operations, and warehouse teams to align inventory with customer and business needs.

+ Maintain accurate inventory data and prepare monthly reporting on stock levels, fill rates, backorders, and purchase activity.

+ Support management with analysis on inventory health, slow-moving items, and supplier risks to guide business decisions.

+ Uphold organizational objectives related to inventory turns, working capital, and order lead times.

+ Perform additional duties as required to support supply chain, purchasing, or inventory planning initiatives.

+ Work with suppliers to improve lead-time consistency, order accuracy, and responsiveness to changing demand.

+ Propose and implement process improvements to enhance purchasing accuracy, inventory visibility, and demand responsiveness.

+ Serve as the main communication bridge between sales, operations, and supply chain to ensure purchasing decisions align with customer and business priorities.

+ Own KPI tracking for inventory turns, fill rates, and supplier on-time performance.

_Requirements:_

+ High school diploma or GED equivalent required

+ Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field preferred.

+ Equivalent professional experience in lieu of a degree: minimum of five (5) years of relevant business experience, with emphasis on purchasing, product management, demand planning, inventory control, or operations management.

+ Proven ability to manage purchasing and inventory to meet customer and business requirements, ensuring the right products are available at the right time.

+ Experience working with vendors to manage lead times, delivery performance, and order accuracy.

+ Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills; able to interpret sales trends, inventory data, and supplier metrics to guide purchasing actions.

+ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid working knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications.

+ Experience with ERP systems (SAP or equivalent) for purchasing, inventory tracking, and reporting preferred.

+ Highly organized and attentive to detail; capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

+ Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across sales, operations, and warehouse teams.

+ Proactive and resourceful problem solver—able to anticipate supply or demand issues and take timely corrective action.

+ Demonstrated ability to maintain a positive attitude and contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented culture.Majestic WA salary range: $85K-100K eligibility based on experience, education and geographic location.

Why Majestic Glove

Majestic Glove, part of Bunzl Safety & Clean, has a long-standing reputation for quality, innovation, and service in the industrial PPE space. We serve the hardworking men and women of North America through our trusted network of distributor partners—delivering protection that performs. As part of the Bunzl family, we combine the flexibility of a focused safety brand with the strength and stability of a global organization.

What We Offer

+ Competitive compensation

+ Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life)

+ 401(k) with company match

+ Paid time off and holidays

+ Career development and advancement opportunities

+ A chance to protect lives, one solution at a time

_Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match._

_Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law._

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

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