Hosiery Planning Analyst

Implus Footcare, LLC is an industry-leading global consumer packaged goods company with 20+ brands in footwear accessories, hosiery, specialty running, outdoor, fitness and movement categories. Implus is headquartered in Research Triangle Park in Durham, NC with locations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Europe, Hong Kong, and South Africa. Our brand family includes Balega, Harbinger, Trigger Point, Perfect, Sport-Brella, Dry Guy, SKLZ, Rock Tape, Sof Sole, Stabil, Spenco, Yaktrax, Apara, Airplus, Sneaker Balls, Sof Comfort, Little Hotties, Force field.

From insoles, socks, and shoe care to fitness equipment and seasonal accessories, Implus' products are sold in over 80,000 retail locations across North America and in over 70 countries worldwide.

At Implus we are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive culture. We encourage & value different perspectives and are seeking a Hosiery Planner Analyst who shares our commitment to inclusivity and enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Hosiery Planning Analyst plays a vital, strategic role in optimizing inventory efficiency, driving sales alignment, and maximizing gross margin performance across the Everyday Hosiery department. This role is responsible for demand planning, inventory analysis, and forecasting across traditional retail brick-and-mortar accounts and wholesale programs.

The Planner Analyst collaborates cross-functionally with Merchandisers, Key Account Managers, Merchandisers, Sourcing, and Operation teams to align supply with demand, manage Go-to-Market (GTM) calendars, and maintain healthy Weeks of Supply (WOS) across wholesale accounts. The ideal candidate balances strong analytical capabilities and financial acumen with collaborative communication skills to turn raw retail and partner performance data into strategic, actionable business decisions.

Essential Job Function:

Retailer Inventory Management & Weekly Reporting Weekly Retailer Reporting:
Lead the consolidation, formatting, and publication of weekly inventory reports specifically designed for key national accounts, tracking inventory levels, Weeks of Supply (WOS), and point-of-sale (POS) data.

Performance Analysis:
Monitor and analyze product- and category-specific sales velocities and inventory positions to partner with sales representatives on proactive, data-driven inventory action plans.

Strategic Account Support:
Translate complex sales and account performance data into clear, actionable commercial recommendations for retail partners.

S&OP, Demand Forecasting & Inventory OptimizationS&OP & Buy Execution:
Prepare for and actively participate in regular Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings to review and confirm inventory buys by SKU and retailers, ensuring precise alignment with sales forecasts.

Consolidated Forecast Communication:
Consolidate and communicate demand and inventory forecasts to senior leadership across commercial, merchandising, sourcing, and operation teams to maintain corporate-wide alignment.

Monthly Planning Leadership:
Serve as a key stakeholder in monthly meetings with operations and planning teams to review on-hand inventory levels and future forecasted inventory.

Demand & Safety Stock Modeling:
Build and refine SKU-level demand forecasts utilizing historical sales trends, retailer POS data, and partner forecasts to establish safety stock levels and optimal factory ETAs.Replenishment Strategy:
Communicate clear forecasting and replenishment strategies across channels to support efficient distribution networks and minimize stockouts.

Cross-Functional Planning & GTM Alignment Strategic Commercial Integration:
Partner cross-functionally with commercial management and merchandising to ensure the inventory forecast is strategically aligned with key product initiatives and distribution plans.

Account & Channel

Collaboration:

Collaborate directly with key account managers and commercial leaders across the organization to ensure inventory plans accommodate unique customer needs and retail constraints.

Booking & Trend Analysis:
Analyze seasonal bookings against forecasts and on-hand inventory to…