Supply Chain Analyst, Footwear

Overview

Supply Chain Analyst, Footwear | Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

At Wilson, we are here to empower every human to live like an athlete. Passion. Creativity. Integrity. Teamwork. Ambition. Innovation. These are the qualities that have made Wilson Sporting Goods Co. the number one sports equipment brand in the world. We come together to win, grow, and celebrate. We all play for Team Wilson. We all have a role to play within our organization and are working towards the same goal.

One team, one dream.

We believe that being an athlete isn’t something you do, it’s who you are. It’s a universal code of conduct, a way of seeing the world and how you show up every day. We seek out diverse voices and welcome all perspectives. Our team is composed of individuals with unique backgrounds, points of view and experiences. These perspectives create a rich and diverse culture in which we learn from one another through empathy and inclusion.

Evolving the sports world and being the best partner for players, athletes, and our community is no small task. We are continually looking to add enthusiastic, ambitious, team-first individuals who desire to make a difference —and who love to help others win. Together, we will create a better world through sport. Join us.

As a Supply Chain Analyst at Wilson, your role is pivotal in streamlining our footwear category's supply chain operations. You will be instrumental in forecasting and purchasing strategies, focusing specifically on the unique trends and demands of the footwear market. Collaborating cross-functionally with commercial and sales teams, you will craft and refine demand plans that not only propel sales but also align closely with market movements specific to footwear and consumer behavior.

Your expertise will ensure optimal inventory levels, preventing overstock scenarios while meeting our financial objectives.

In this role, you will also take the lead in securing the necessary inventory from suppliers, ensuring that our product lines - from everyday wear to high-performance athletic shoes - are well-positioned to meet our diverse customer needs. This will involve a close examination of supply chain processes, identifying areas for efficiency gains specific to the footwear industry, and contributing to a sustainable model that supports the company's growth and market presence.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage Supply/Demand Review in monthly S&OP cycle
• Prepare and present the demand scorecard. Develop and maintain complex forecasting models that reflect industry trends and demand patterns to support strategic decision-making processes.
• Conduct monthly forecast maintenance and coordinate cross-functional research activities to reconcile significant variances, ensuring high accuracy in demand forecasting. Review the rolling 12 month demand plans and evaluate vs financial targets.
• Identify and mitigate existing service or financial risks to demand plan
• Confirm new products and those at end-of-life
• Work with the Product Management and Commercial teams to understand the product range, financial targets, and sales strategies
• Develop A/B/C product approach to planning to manage risk and optimize effort
• Review in-season sales compared to forecasts/orders and make updates based on trend and sales input
• Supervise purchase order approvals and manage inventory positions, ensuring optimal levels that meet both production needs and financial targets
• Communicate forecast changes and supply constraints to internal stakeholders
• Create and manage detailed reports relating to MRP, back orders, and schedules to monitor and improve material availability and production plans
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain processes, increase efficiency, and reduce waste

This role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business Administration or a related field plus 2-4 years of prior softgoods supply chain experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Other qualifications include:

• Strong analytical skills; proven ability to analyze data and make…