Senior Replenishment & Allocations Analyst

Sprouts Farmers Market•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Replenishment & Allocation Analyst – Perishables is responsible for maintaining optimal inventory levels and the flow of time-sensitive goods across the supply chain. The role supports sales, in-stock, and shrink goals by analyzing demand, selecting appropriate forecasting methodologies (sales, statistical demand, or hybrid), managing purchase orders, and collaborating with suppliers and cross-functional partners. The analyst helps minimize waste, improve freshness, and support promotional and seasonal strategies for perishable categories. This position is based at the Store Support Office in Phoenix, Arizona, and follows a hybrid schedule, with in-office work Tuesday through Thursday. The role works across inventory planning, store-level analysis, store operations, merchandising, demand planning, suppliers, and transportation teams. Performance is measured using indicators such as fill rates, in-stock rate, inventory turns, shrink, freshness compliance, forecast accuracy, freight costs, and store adoption of system-generated order quantities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
5–7 years of experience in inventory planning, demand forecasting, or replenishment; preferably with perishable goods.
Strong analytical skills.
Proficiency in Excel, ERP systems, and forecasting tools.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams and external partners.
Ability to influence store-level practices and drive adoption of systemic inventory tools.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience with cold chain logistics and perishables inventory management preferred.

Responsibilities

Refine and develop item-level forecasts for assigned categories.
Manage system exceptions daily to maximize fill rates and freshness.
Create and manage purchase orders using demand forecasts, promotional calendars, and shelf-life constraints.
Analyze store-level demand, inventory turns, and unproductive inventory to inform allocation strategies.
Monitor expiration dates and proactively manage aging inventory to reduce shrink and spoilage.
Ensure timely and efficient flow of goods from suppliers to distribution centers and stores, with attention to cold chain requirements.
Minimize over-purchasing and reliance on manager specials to clear excess or aging inventory.
Evaluate and refine store-level baseline, seasonal, and promotional forecasts.
Identify forecast inaccuracies and collaborate with planning and merchandising teams to improve forecast models.
Monitor promotional performance and provide feedback to improve future forecasts and inventory alignment.
Analyze historical sales and inventory data to support proactive replenishment strategies.
Partner with store operations to improve inventory handling and reduce shrink.
Support training and adoption of system-generated order quantities to align orders with forecasted demand.
Provide stores with feedback and insights on inventory performance and improvement opportunities.
Partner with Category Managers and demand planners to align inventory levels, days of supply, and turn goals for perishables.
Support promotional, seasonal, and new-item launch planning through accurate inventory planning and timing.
Communicate sales and inventory risks to merchandising and leadership teams, especially for short-life products.
Collaborate with suppliers on freshness standards, inbound fill rates, and lead-time performance.
Work with inbound transportation teams to reduce freight costs, improve load utilization, and maintain cold chain integrity.
Identify and act on opportunities to improve supply chain efficiency and reduce spoilage during transit or storage.

Benefits

Competitive pay.
Sick time plan for supporting the employee or immediate family members’ health.
Vacation accrual plan.
Opportunities for career growth.
15% discount for the employee and one other family member in the household on purchases at Sprouts.
Flexible schedules.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
Company-paid life insurance.
Contests and appreciation events throughout the year.
Bonus based on company and/or individual performance, subject to eligibility requirements.
Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, subject to eligibility requirements.
Health Savings Account with company match, subject to eligibility requirements.
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care, subject to eligibility requirements.
Company-paid short-term disability coverage, subject to eligibility requirements.
Paid parental leave for mothers and fathers, subject to eligibility requirements.
Paid holidays, subject to eligibility requirements.
DailyPay access for eligible employees, allowing transfer of earned wages before payday at no extra cost.