Parts and Accessories Forecaster/Buyer

Trek•Waterloo, WI

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

A bit about us Trek is an awesome place to work, with amazing benefits for all employees. We build only products we love, provide incredible hospitality to our customers, and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When you’re on our team, you’re taken care of, encouraged to learn and grow, and given lots of opportunities to do so. Give us your best, and we’ll give it right back. Sound pretty sweet? Then come join us! Job Description Trek Bicycle Corporation is looking for a Forecaster/Buyer to join our aftermarket team, based out of Waterloo, WI. The ideal candidate is a self-starter that enjoys crunching data, thinking outside the box, and building relationships. By leveraging data, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, and participating in our forecasting review process, this role meets KPIs while making our customers wildly successful. This is a unique opportunity to own and manage several aspects of the supply chain in an evolving global business that only deals in products we love. This role is based out of Trek’s corporate headquarters in Waterloo, WI. A hybrid/on-site schedule is preferred but full remote is possible for the perfect candidate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
2-5 years of demand planning and/or buying experience
Self-starting, proactive approach to problem solving, with strong verbal and written communication skills
The ability to think critically and analyze the ‘why’ behind data
Strong Microsoft Excel skills along with other Microsoft Office experience
Demonstrated competency in ERP, Demand Planning systems
Experience working cross-functionally in a team-oriented environment while also being able to think and work independently
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple ongoing projects with minimal supervision
Humility to ask for help when you need it and escalate issues appropriately

Nice To Haves

Technical knowledge of bicycles preferred but not required
Occasional domestic travel

Responsibilities

Maintain product/category knowledge and stay abreast of current market trends
Curate and maintain appropriate product assortment
Manage product lifecycle, including part creation, attribute accuracy, pricing and margin structure
Manage and report on rolling sales forecasts, purchasing plans, and related inventory levels to reach consensus
Place and manage calculated and timely purchase orders to meet KPIs
Generate and utilize reports with available business analytics tools
Manage appropriate inventory levels across multiple warehouses
Build partnerships and maintain vendor relations, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, make your customers wildly successful
Operate with a high sense of urgency and provide best-in-the-world customer service
Other duties as assigned