Business and Forecasting Analyst

1 week ago

Eden Prairie, United States Curry Sales, Inc. Full time

Curry Sales has been a trusted Target manufacturer representative since 1981. We are committed to doing what's right for our vendor partners and for Target. Curry Sales is built on integrity, a strong work ethic and relentless follow-through.


We are seeking a Business and Forecasting Analyst (Retail Forecasting/Inventory Management) to join our team and uphold our company values: Treat People with Respect, Be Responsible and Do the Right Thing.


As a Business and Forecasting Analyst you will be responsible for overseeing purchase orders, POS, and inventory to ensure complete and on-time shipping. Responsible for developing forecasts, identifying trends and drawing conclusions based on findings.


Essential Job Functions:

Purchase Orders, POS and Item Management

  • Provides PO management
  • Provides POS reporting and communication
  • Manages item lifecycle strategies
  • Troubleshoot issues, offer solutions, and communicate resolutions


Inventory Management

  • Monitors, analyzes, and forecasts inventory levels
  • Collaborates with retailer counterpart to ensure in-stock consistency
  • Achieves optimal inventory levels to drive sales and profitability


Reporting and Analysis

  • Develops reporting and analysis, tailored towards a wide variety of audiences
  • Uses internal and external databases for various reports and analysis
  • Analyzes to identify issues, and to provide trends, opportunities, and insights


Forecasting, Planning and Analysis

  • Completes item forecasting, planning, and analysis
  • Reviews forecasts and provides feedback
  • Completes vendor annual budgets and monthly forecasts
  • Forecasts, plans, analyzes, and recaps promotional events


Logistics

  • Advises on transportation and shipping procedures, including carton marking requirements
  • Knowledgeable in replenishment and transportation systems to provide support and direction
  • Completes EDI and shipping compliance troubleshooting; assistance in shipping chargeback reconciliation and disputes
  • Completes case pack analysis and obtains break pack approvals


Minimum Job Requirements:

  • Familiar with concepts, practices, and procedures within a retail setting
  • Builds and maintains internal and external relationships
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills, with ability to message appropriately
  • Organized, able to prioritize, and pay attention to detail; able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously effectively
  • Strong Problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills, with strong math and financial aptitude
  • Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others, yet able to work independently
  • Secondary degree preferred
  • At least 5 years of related experience
  • Target experience preferred
  • Proficient in MS Windows, Office Products; MS Excel


This is a full-time position which offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401K, paid time off and a flexible work schedule.


**This is a remote position however, you must reside in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area and will be required to occasionally go into the Eden Prairie office**

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