Senior Demand Planner

Sprouts Farmers Market•Phoenix, AZ

60d•Onsite

About The Position

Please note this position is based in our Phoenix, AZ Support Office. The Sr. Demand Planner plays a key role in ensuring our future forecasts are accurate and align with Category Management and Merchandise Planning. Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Replenishment, working closely with the Sr. Replenishment Analyst and Replenishment Analysts to refine items throughout the product lifecycle. They will utilize our demand planning tool (Relex) through exceptions and advanced forecasting parameter management to drive acceptable forecast accuracy measures. They will work directly with the Business System Administrator to develop on-going system and process enhancements to improve workflows and overall accuracy. The demand developed will be used for replenishment orders and drive DC (Distribution Centers), Logistics and Stores to help plan labor and assets to drive efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree preferred with a minimum of 5 years of experience in produce buying; or an acceptable combination of education and experience
Ability to successfully manage concurrent projects and meet deadlines.
Ability to supervise personnel effectively.
Ability to preserve confidentiality of information.
Sense of urgency with the ability to prioritize.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, & Outlook).
Commitment to providing excellent customer service.

Nice To Haves

Relex or similar Inventory Management tool experience preferred

Responsibilities

Overall responsibility to refine and/or develop forecasts by item for assigned categories
Daily management of system exceptions to maximize fill-rates and freshness
Works closely with DC Inventory Management to share forecasted store orders and inbound demand.
Partners with Inventory Analyst team to refine exceptions, new and discontinued items
Works closely with the Merchandise Planning team to align overall category forecast and promotional planning
Clear communicator of known issues impact ability to meet KPI's
Ability to create strategies working with the broader team to meet category goals
Be an active participant to drive continuous improvement ideas for systems and processes
A key contributor to weekly meetings outlining trends to capitalize on while minimizing negative impacts

Benefits

Competitive pay
Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health
Vacation accrual plan
Opportunities for career growth
15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
Flexible schedules
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
Company paid life insurance
Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!
Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
Health Savings Account with company match
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Company paid short-term disability coverage
Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
Paid holidays