Retail Distribution Specialist

Regal Theatres • Knoxville, TN

22h • Hybrid

About The Position

Ready to take the spotlight in retail supply chain? Step into a role where your analytical skills take center stage! As our Retail Distribution Specialist, you’ll be the mastermind behind planning and coordinating the end-to-end flow of retail products—from merchandise to food and beverage—across our theaters nationwide. Your mission? Forecast demand with precision and ensure every item is accurately set up for seamless program launches. You’ll own inventory planning, pricing accuracy, and compliance across systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to guarantee readiness and timely execution. What You’ll Be Doing Work with the Activations team to understand program demand and build supply plans that support execution. Develop theater-level demand forecasts for each retail program aligned to program calendars and activations. Translate forecasts into allocation plans and theater-level splits, including launch fills and possible replenishment waves. Own pricing setup, updates, and compliance across internal systems; conduct routine audits to ensure accuracy. Plan product flow from vendor to distribution centers to theaters while ensuring merchandise is delivered in full and on time; lead problem-solving for any distribution challenges. Coordinate vendor communications for quantities, lead times, and theater-level splits; maintain accurate trackers. Participate actively in Menu Team discussions to align programs and activations with inventory and pricing plans. Identify process improvements to enhance forecasting, pricing governance, and distribution efficiency. Qualifications: Professional Skills: Experience in demand forecasting, inventory planning, and distribution for retail merchandise. Strong understanding of pricing governance and compliance across systems. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to collaborate cross-functionally. Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to manage complex data sets and scenarios. Project management experience with ability to develop and maintain timelines and readiness plans. Proficiency in ERP/POS systems and advanced Excel; familiarity with BI tools is a plus. Education/Experience: S. in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field 4-6+ years of experience in demand and supply planning, retail distribution, supply chain, logistics, or inventory management. Demonstrated project management experience. Experience in multi-unit operations a plus. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CPIM certifications a plus Regal Cinemas – where movie magic meets unforgettable experiences! At Regal Cinemas, part of Regal Cineworld, each day is a celebration of everything, film and entertainment. From the first popcorn crunch to the closing credits, we’re all about creating moments that spark joy, laughter, and a little bit of movie magic. With over 9,000 screens across 751 locations in 10 countries, including Cineworld, Picturehouse, Cinema City, Yes Planet, and Regal Cinemas right here in the US - we bring the joy of movies to millions. Based out of our buzzing Theatre Support Office in Knoxville, Tennessee, we offer a variety of roles with a mix of hybrid, field-based, or remote working options, depending on the role. What really makes Regal shine? Our people. We’re passionate about supporting your growth and helping you carve out your dream career within the Regal Cineworld family. Fancy joining us on this epic film adventure? Dive into the Regal stories and see what life’s like behind the scenes of the big screen! Our Benefits Discretionary annual bonus Free movie passes and discounted concessions at any Regal location Paid vacation time and sick leave to support a healthy work-life balance Eligibility to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan with company match after age 21 Summer half-day Fridays during the summer season Medical and prescription coverage, with company contributions toward the cost Company-paid life insurance and disability insurance at no cost to employees Dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance options available for employees and their dependents Additional coverage options including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance Inclusion & Belonging At Regal Cineworld, we believe our strength comes from our people. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to bring their authentic selves to work. We take pride in creating an environment where differences are celebrated and everyone has equal opportunities to succeed. Our hiring process is designed to be fair and accessible, welcoming applicants from all walks of life. If you need any accommodations during the hiring process or in the workplace to support your needs, please contact the Talent team. Do you feel like you don’t have all the experience listed but would love to explore a career at Regal? Please still contact the Global Talent Acquisition team via [email protected] . We understand that confidence gaps and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting incredible candidates, and we wouldn’t want this to prevent us from meeting you.

Requirements

• Experience in demand forecasting, inventory planning, and distribution for retail merchandise.
• Strong understanding of pricing governance and compliance across systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to manage complex data sets and scenarios.
• Project management experience with ability to develop and maintain timelines and readiness plans.
• Proficiency in ERP/POS systems and advanced Excel; familiarity with BI tools is a plus.
• S. in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field
• 4-6+ years of experience in demand and supply planning, retail distribution, supply chain, logistics, or inventory management.
• Demonstrated project management experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in multi-unit operations a plus.
• CPIM certifications a plus

Responsibilities

• Work with the Activations team to understand program demand and build supply plans that support execution.
• Develop theater-level demand forecasts for each retail program aligned to program calendars and activations.
• Translate forecasts into allocation plans and theater-level splits, including launch fills and possible replenishment waves.
• Own pricing setup, updates, and compliance across internal systems; conduct routine audits to ensure accuracy.
• Plan product flow from vendor to distribution centers to theaters while ensuring merchandise is delivered in full and on time; lead problem-solving for any distribution challenges.
• Coordinate vendor communications for quantities, lead times, and theater-level splits; maintain accurate trackers.
• Participate actively in Menu Team discussions to align programs and activations with inventory and pricing plans.
• Identify process improvements to enhance forecasting, pricing governance, and distribution efficiency.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Free movie passes and discounted concessions at any Regal location
• Paid vacation time and sick leave to support a healthy work-life balance
• Eligibility to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan with company match after age 21
• Summer half-day Fridays during the summer season
• Medical and prescription coverage, with company contributions toward the cost
• Company-paid life insurance and disability insurance at no cost to employees
• Dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance options available for employees and their dependents
• Additional coverage options including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level