CPFR Analyst
Core
Drive forecast accuracy, inventory optimization, and collaborative planning across the retail network by leading joint business planning processes with key retail partners.
Role type
CPFR Analyst
Builds
Collaborative planning processes and replenishment execution with retail partners
Domain
Consumer goods / Retail supply chain
Required skills
CPFR, VMI, statistical forecasting, POS data analysis, supply/demand balancing, retail metrics (weeks-of-supply, sell-through), EDI/VMI integrations, planning tools (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Blue Yonder)
Preferred skills
Experience with major retail accounts (Walmart, Target, Kroger, Costco), IBP process knowledge
Technologies
NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Blue Yonder, Retail Link, Partner Online, 1WorldSync
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end CPFR process with assigned retail partners; Develop and maintain statistical baseline forecasts; Lead collaboration calls to align on demand and inventory; Resolve forecast exceptions and supply/demand imbalances; Analyze POS data and sell-through metrics; Monitor in-stock levels and inventory positions; Support new item setup and product lifecycle management; Partner with Sales and Trade Marketing for promotional demand; Build dashboards tracking KPIs like forecast accuracy and fill rate; Support planning systems and EDI/VMI integrations
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC