Demand Planner

Demand Planner 2

The nature of the work is focused on the effective and efficient distribution of products and services to customers. Set, review and reconcile periodic demand plans (including assortments, flow, drops, stock-keeping unit productivity and allocations to maximize revenues and minimize closeout inventory). Taking the lead in demand management (including communication of purchase position, forecast variances, and prioritize, negotiate and resolve category-specific inventory issues).

Taking the lead in Demand & Delivery performance analysis (including building inventory management awareness, analyze inventory data & KPI's, manage and track key targets on inventory and delivery performance). Operational excellence (including knowledge of planning tools, their dependencies and associated systems, being accurate, communicating well and an understanding of KPI's and resulting improvements).

MUST-HAVE

3-5 years' experience in a demand/marketplace/supply chain planning role Business acumen General knowledge of supply chain Retail math knowledge General Excel familiarity Tableau familiarity

NICE-TO-HAVE

Self-starter, adaptable, thrives in ambiguity Curious passion for sports/basketball Prior planning experience with a major sports/lifestyle brand Experience in a retail/buying role Sales planning Background in footwear and/or apparel

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTIONS

Bachelor's degree preferred, not required Typically:
Bachelor's + 2-4 yrs; or PhD/Law + 1 yr;
Masters + 0-3 yrs;
Associate's + 1-3 yrs;
High School + 3-5 yrs