职位详情
Primary Purpose:
The Senior Demand Planner will support the Brand Operations function by managing algorithm inputs to generate long-range demand forecasts at the product style-color level, by week and by market. While maintaining the auto-generated forecast, the Demand Planner will engage with global business units and supply teams to maximize inventory productivity, margin, and service level. This role will report to the Senior manager, GCKR Inventory Management, based in Shanghai.
The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Demand and Inventory Planning to...
? Manipulate planning inputs (discount rate/promotional strategy, cannibalization factor, etc.) to generate an automated style-color demand forecast; disaggregate forecast to sku-location level
? Optimize inventory inputs (safety and cycle stock) to achieve desired service level at lowest possible inventory position; flex inventory by market and distribution center as needed to drive local demand
? Assess forecast accuracy; partner with IT team to improve accuracy through iterative algorithm updates
? Support Business Units with SKU, Channel and Market Demand Plan
? Consolidate demand by region and globally across channels
? Manage risk and opportunity
? Identify and resolve gaps between financial targets and the demand plan
? Research demand drivers and review historical sales trends
? Manage risk and opportunity demand
? Partner with BUs and Merchandising in the management of product lifecycle
? Support business execution of new programs and initiatives
The accomplished individual will possess...
? A College Degree, required
? 3+ years of experience in demand planning, inventory planning, finance, or other related area
? Deep analytical and financial skills with strong brand, retail, supply chain, manufacturing, and overall retail business acumen
? Understanding of statistical and probabilistic methods of forecasting and forecast drivers
? Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; Experience with MicroStrategy a plus
? Ability to develop strong partnerships across the business and be a team player
? Strong attention to detail
? Be adaptable and flexible in response to shifting priorities in an evolving work environment
An outstanding professional will...
? Be independent; Possess strong organizational skills, the ability to perform under pressure and manage priorities
? Have a global mindset while understanding and considering local needs
? Have strong presentation and communication skills to effectively interact with both partners and Leadership
? Have intellectual curiosity and problem-solving skills to contribute to team decision making and process improvement
? Have the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and collaborate productively with others
职能类别:供应链主管
关键字:inventoryanalysis
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