Supply Chain Analyst (Demand Planning) AO7167613

BTI Solutions•Plano, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The main function of a supply chain analyst is to coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to production schedule. A typical supply chain analyst is responsible for reviewing and distributing production, work and shipment schedules and compiling reports on inventory levels, cost, etc.

Requirements

Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
Ability to analyze costs related to manufacturing, labor and materials.
Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to shipping and production.
Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
High school diploma or GED required.
8-10 years related experience required.
BA/BS college degree required or its equivalent.
8-10+ years of Inventory, supply planning, material planning, or demand planning experience Demand Management/Planning/Inventory Management and/or strategic sourcing
Thorough understanding and experience dealing with supply chain processes which will help identify groups and/or teams to collaborate with to solve issues that arise on a day to day basis as it relates to inventory control
Understand master scheduling, forecasting, procurement and demand planning principles
Working knowledge of ERP systems (iSeries, Oracle, SAP,JDA), MS Office (Excel & Access)
This includes preparing formula driven spreadsheets, spreadsheet charting, and database querying
Thorough knowledge and comfort working with various ERP systems
Strong analytical abilities
Able to work flexible hours and travel
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and influence personnel of various levels and disciplines
Self-starter, high level of personal accountability, and innovative individual.

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred.
APICS or other forecasting certification preferred.
Experience using Replenishment and Fulfillment software is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Examine documents, materials and products, and monitor work processes in order to assess completeness, accuracy and conformation to standards and specifications.
Review documents such as production schedules, work orders, and staffing tables to determine personnel and materials requirements, and material priorities.
Record production data, including volume produced, consumption of raw materials, and quality control measures.
Requisition and maintain inventories of materials and supplies necessary to meet production demands.
Develop weekly store and SKU level sales and gross margin plans and forecasts
Model impacts of various promotional strategies on top-line sales and gross margin
Work closely with the Merchant to understand the impacts of different assortment strategies and recommend optimal product mix
Partner with Product Marketing teams to understand impacts of product portfolio decisions and incorporate input into forecast
Work closely with Inventory Manager to ensure adequate supply of inventory by SKU by location and minimize stock outs
Provide ad hoc analysis and insights and proactively recommend opportunities to drive incremental sales and gross margin
Works with cross-functional business partners to understand and resolve forecast and demand issues to proactively create and execute plans that provide predictable overall Supply Chain results and costs
Analyzes actual sales to customers and sell-out data to actively identify exceptional or un-forecasted activities. Drives fast, appropriate actions to minimize the impact of deviations from the Demand Plan
Communicate to sales team and stakeholders about product availabilities and update customers.
Develop and execute product demand plans to meet organization goals based on demand patterns and business trends.
Provides solutions based on research of system capabilities, standard processes, and best practices
Coordinates projects, including new product launches and life cycle changes.