CPFR Manager - Walmart

Hisense USA•Bentonville, AR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Hisense USA is seeking a dedicated, on-the-ground supply chain partner in Northwest Arkansas to collaborate directly with Walmart replenishment and merchandising teams. This role will ensure Hisense television and audio products are forecasted accurately, in stock, and on shelves across thousands of stores and Walmart.com. The CPFR Manager - Walmart will own Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) for the Walmart account, primarily focusing on the TV and audio business (televisions, Laser TV, and audio products including soundbars), with flexibility to support other Hisense lines of business as needs arise. The scope includes demand forecasting, replenishment strategy, in-stock recovery, promotional and modular planning, and new product launches. Candidates must reside in or relocate to the Bentonville / Northwest Arkansas area due to the requirement for regular in-person collaboration with Walmart’s Home Office teams.

Requirements

Residence in the Bentonville / Northwest Arkansas area, or willingness to relocate.
Regular on-site collaboration at Walmart’s Home Office and occasional travel to the Hisense USA office in Alpharetta, GA.
6–8 years of experience in inventory planning, demand forecasting, or replenishment.
Direct experience supporting Walmart as a supplier is strongly preferred.
Proven expertise in CPFR methodologies, demand forecasting, and replenishment planning in high-velocity consumer electronics categories such as TV and audio.
Hands-on proficiency with Walmart supplier systems (Retail Link, Scintilla, Supplier One) and data tools such as Excel, SQL, or advanced planning systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
Strong understanding of retail supply chain dynamics, including vendor management, promotional forecasting, and e-commerce replenishment.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels within Walmart and Hisense.
Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required; equivalent practical experience is welcomed.

Nice To Haves

Television or consumer audio category experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead collaborative planning with Walmart replenishment, merchandising, and supply chain teams to build accurate demand forecasts and replenishment strategies for Hisense TV and audio categories, with support for other Hisense lines of business as needed.
Analyze POS, inventory, and market data through Walmart’s systems (Retail Link, Scintilla, Supplier One) to minimize stockouts, reduce excess inventory, and maintain in-stock rates at or above target, both in stores and online.
Develop and maintain CPFR models using ERP and demand planning tools, aligning forecasts with Hisense sales, retail marketing, and logistics teams to support promotions, seasonal transitions, and modular resets.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including in-stock rates, fill rates, inventory turns, forecast accuracy, and On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery; identify root causes, drive corrective actions, and report performance to Hisense leadership and Walmart counterparts.
Plan inventory positioning for new product introductions, seasonal builds (including holiday), promotional events, and rollbacks to ensure launch-day and feature displays are adequately stocked.
Build trusted, face-to-face relationships with Walmart Home Office stakeholders, representing Hisense in joint business planning and serving as the primary contact for supply chain issues.
Provide insights and recommendations to Hisense senior leadership on Walmart inventory strategy, risks, and opportunities, in partnership with Sales, Retail Operations, and Channel Marketing.