Sr Demand Planner
Core
Manage and adjust replenishment forecasts across multiple channels/locations to minimize excess inventory and maintain in-stock rates for apparel brands.
Role type
Senior Demand Planner
Builds
Rolling 52-week forecasts, weekly inventory forecasts for vendor shelf stocks, and purchase orders.
Domain
Retail Apparel / Supply Chain Planning
Required skills
Statistical analysis, Financial analysis, Strategic planning, Problem-solving, Data analysis, Inventory management, Forecasting, SKU rationalization, Assortment planning, Cash flow optimization
Preferred skills
Retail Apparel experience, Direct Sourced products experience, Microstrategy reporting, Blue Yonder EP Planning, Microsoft Excel proficiency
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, Microstrategy, Blue Yonder EP Planning, Invent Analytics
Responsibilities
Manage and adjust basic replenishment forecast across multiple channels/locations; Provide accurate order forecasts for internal and external partners; Build and maintain weekly inventory forecast for vendor shelf stocks; Own monthly Forecast review meeting with business partners and key vendors; Fine tune the forecast by utilizing statistical analysis and algorithms; Identify risks and opportunities within a brand and/or geographic location hierarchy; Partner with Merchant and Planner to maintain assortment integrity; Execute quarterly SKU rationalization reviews; Approve basic replenishment purchase orders; Work with Supply Chain team to optimize timing, order flow and inventory levels.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC