Demand Chain Management Analyst

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Has the overall responsibility of managing product fulfillment, in-stock levels, and inventory management for defined vendors (including import and DSD SKUs) to support DC/store forecast and replenishment (including promotional and event execution). Responsible for the new/disco item execution, and promotional/event execution within a defined group of vendors.

DUTIES and ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for managing inventory at distribution centers and stores for an assigned group of vendors. Additionally managing store ordering and PO life cycle for replenished and in/out product. Meets service levels, in-stock and inventory turnover targets.
• Monitors key performance indicators (KPI) for assigned vendors.
• Collaborates with key cross-functional teams (merchants, planning) to ensure inventory levels align with merchandise policy and financial goals.
• Produces reports and conducts analyses including vendor and item performance.
• Identifies issues and opportunities as well as the appropriate action plan to support company financial goals.
• Executes new item entrance and exit strategies (planogram resets).
• Executes various seasonal categories, promotional and event plans. Ensures that inventories are appropriate to support sales and presentation standards.

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS:

• Ability to deliver expected quantitative and qualitative results.
• Strong business acumen and superior analytical skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and independently.
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office, SharePoint, and database applications.

WORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in business management, finance or other related field and one year experience in retail/supply chain environment required. 2-4 years of experience may be substituted. Aldata G.O.L.D. knowledge preferred.