Planning & Inventory Analyst

Acushnet Company•Fairhaven, MA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Planning & Inventory Analyst plays a pivotal role in driving supply chain performance through demand planning, inventory management, procurement execution, and data-driven decision-making. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining demand forecasts, optimizing inventory levels, managing purchase orders, and ensuring product availability while balancing cost and service objectives. Working cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Operations, Product Management, Merchandising, and Sourcing teams, the analyst provides actionable insights through reporting and analytics, supports S&OP processes, manages product lifecycle planning, and helps execute sourcing and replenishment strategies. The role also champions continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging planning systems and business intelligence tools to enhance forecast accuracy, inventory performance, operational efficiency, and overall business results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
3+ years of experience in demand planning, inventory management, procurement, supply chain analytics, or related supply chain functions
Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies, inventory planning, procurement processes, MRP/ERP systems, and end-to-end supply chain operations
Proficiency with ERP/MRP platforms such as SAP S/4HANA, Infor M3, or similar systems, along with advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Demonstrated analytical expertise with the ability to leverage data and reporting tools
Excellent organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations
Maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

APICS/CPIM or other supply chain certifications are a plus
Experience within consumer goods, apparel, footwear, sporting goods, or seasonal product environments preferred
Knowledge of apparel seasonality is a plus
Experience with SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or other business intelligence platforms preferred

Responsibilities

Developing and maintaining demand forecasts
Optimizing inventory levels
Managing purchase orders
Ensuring product availability while balancing cost and service objectives
Providing actionable insights through reporting and analytics
Supporting S&OP processes
Managing product lifecycle planning
Executing sourcing and replenishment strategies
Championing continuous improvement initiatives
Leveraging planning systems and business intelligence tools to enhance forecast accuracy, inventory performance, operational efficiency, and overall business results