Category Planner II

Category Planner

This is a strategic role that sits at the intersection of supply chain management, sales, category management, and business analytics. This role is tasked with forecasting customer demand and aligning product availability with customer needs. This role supports FleetPride's operational efficiency and financial performance by using a blend of quantitative data analysis and market intelligence to predict sales trends and make informed inventory decisions. Through insight, the Category Planner enables Fleetpride to optimize stock levels, minimize costs, and navigate the complexities of supply and demand dynamics in a constantly evolving marketplace.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Analyze past sales and inventory patterns, market trends, and seasonality to accurately forecast future product demand.
• Regularly review and adjust forecasts based on real-time sales data and market changes.
• Communicate forecast and inventory estimations to management and key stakeholders.
• Conduct root cause analysis for demand planning variances and implement corrective actions.
• Provide input into the financial planning process through accurate demand insights and analysis.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to align business plans with company objectives.

Strategy Development :

Leadership :

Assortment Planning :

Education & Training

Knowledge & Experience

Work Environment

The performance of this position may require exposure to the warehouse areas where certain areas may require the use of personal protective equipment such as steel toed shoes and safety glasses. The primary environment is characterized by ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment found in a typical office environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.