Direct Client - Inventory Planner - Retail ( Mid to Sr level )

Role : Direct Client - Inventory Planner - Retail ( Mid to Sr level )

Location : Hybrid, Seattle, WA

Job Description

This job contributes to Clients success by leading the development of assigned business units inventory forecasts, which drive the planning processes that support the attainment of sales forecasts and established customer service objectives. Models and acts in accordance with clients guiding principles.

Tops Skills Needed

Top Candidate Skills & How Applied

Years of Experience

Skill : Highly Analytical

Application : 1+ Yrs

Skill : Strong Technical skills

Application : ERP, Microsoft Office, Excel

2+ Yrs

Skill : Replenishment background

Application : Progressive supply chain experience and knowledge of inventory or planning system tools, including store supply replenishment and store allocation processes

1+ Yrs

Degree or certifications required :

• 4-year degree in supply chain, or related business field

Years experience? :

3-5 years of experience in supply chain and planning environment

Technology requirements? :

Microsoft Office Suite

Oracle BI (Optional)

O9 or IMS or some Inventory planning tool

Required background? Skills?

Attention to detail

Strong communication (written and verbal)

Knowledge of inventory planning, replenishment planning

Store allocation processes

Store supply replenishment store supply process

Analytical knowledge

Ability to clearly and concisely communicate

Quantitative and problem-solving skills

Balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Work independently

Proficiency in ERS (Excel, PowerPoint) and has the ability to present

Ability to work in ambiguous enviorments

Daily Responsibilities :

Sets inventory strategies and service level strategies; recommends optimum inventory levels and provides options to trade off cost vs. service level targets

Partners with cross functional teams to create strategies and implements assortment plan changes that reduce waste and increase margin

Identifies opportunities to improve store sales and implements appropriate inventory strategies through analysis, recommends store-focused solutions to meet store sales and financial targets

Uses experience, insights, and data to anticipate trend shifts and puts preventative measures in place

Coordinates with others in response to multiple, competing demands to ensure work is completed in a timely manner

Understands necessary audience, including leaders, and tailor's communication to promote collaborative responses

Gathers inputs from cross functional teams to craft collaborative messaging that accurately conveys complex situations

Interaction level with team :

Highly interactive with cross functional teams

Nice-to-Haves :

Experience with Nordstroms, retail, or large matrixed organizations

Progressive supply chain experience

Develop strategic plans

Project management skills

Disqualifiers :

Job hopping

Poorly formatted resume / typos

Large gaps in resumes

Unable to meet hybrid requirements