Supply Chain Analyst (Demand Planning) AO7167613

About the position The main function of a supply chain analyst is to coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to production schedule. A typical supply chain analyst is responsible for reviewing and distributing production, work and shipment schedules and compiling reports on inventory levels, cost, etc. Responsibilities • Examine documents, materials and products, and monitor work processes in order to assess completeness, accuracy and conformation to standards and specifications. • Review documents such as production schedules, work orders, and staffing tables to determine personnel and materials requirements, and material priorities. • Record production data, including volume produced, consumption of raw materials, and quality control measures. • Requisition and maintain inventories of materials and supplies necessary to meet production demands. • Develop weekly store and SKU level sales and gross margin plans and forecasts • Model impacts of various promotional strategies on top-line sales and gross margin • Work closely with the Merchant to understand the impacts of different assortment strategies and recommend optimal product mix • Partner with Product Marketing teams to understand impacts of product portfolio decisions and incorporate input into forecast • Work closely with Inventory Manager to ensure adequate supply of inventory by SKU by location and minimize stock outs • Provide ad hoc analysis and insights and proactively recommend opportunities to drive incremental sales and gross margin • Works with cross-functional business partners to understand and resolve forecast and demand issues to proactively create and execute plans that provide predictable overall Supply Chain results and costs • Analyzes actual sales to customers and sell-out data to actively identify exceptional or un-forecasted activities. Drives fast, appropriate actions to minimize the impact of deviations from the Demand Plan • Communicate to sales team and stakeholders about product availabilities and update customers. • Develop and execute product demand plans to meet organization goals based on demand patterns and business trends. • Provides solutions based on research of system capabilities, standard processes, and best practices • Coordinates projects, including new product launches and life cycle changes. Requirements • Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, problem solving and interpersonal skills. • Ability to analyze costs related to manufacturing, labor and materials. • Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information. • Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to shipping and production. • Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel. • High school diploma or GED required. • 8-10 years related experience required. • BA/BS college degree required or its equivalent. • 8-10+ years of Inventory, supply planning, material planning, or demand planning experience Demand Management/Planning/Inventory Management and/or strategic sourcing • Thorough understanding and experience dealing with supply chain processes which will help identify groups and/or teams to collaborate with to solve issues that arise on a day to day basis as it relates to inventory control • Understand master scheduling, forecasting, procurement and demand planning principles • Working knowledge of ERP systems (iSeries, Oracle, SAP,JDA), MS Office (Excel & Access) • This includes preparing formula driven spreadsheets, spreadsheet charting, and database querying • Thorough knowledge and comfort working with various ERP systems • Strong analytical abilities • Able to work flexible hours and travel • Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and influence personnel of various levels and disciplines • Self-starter, high level of personal accountability, and innovative individual. Nice-to-haves • MBA preferred. • APICS or other forecasting certification preferred. • Experience using Replenishment and Fulfillment software is strongly preferred Apply tot his job