Supply Chain Forecaster

Description

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Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc. is the largest manufacturer of furniture in the world. Established in 1945, Ashley offers one of the industry’s broadest product assortments to retail partners in 123 countries.

Summary

· The Forecast Analyst will forecast groups by product category. This position is responsible for an average amount of forecast dollars and/or records and has a significant financial impact on departments and the organization.

· The Forecast Analyst is responsible for accurately forecasting products utilizing a statistical forecast system requiring strong mathematical skills. This position is also responsible for ensuring high customer satisfaction rates while maintaining adequate inventory levels at each distribution center location. The Forecast Analyst will use multiple methods and tools to evaluate past sales history, future customer demand, customer placements and seasonality trends.

· This position will communicate with a wide variety of internal and external customers to negotiate and make recommendations to fulfill customer demands while ensuring a reasonable inventory level plan.

· The Forecast Analyst is accountable for meeting goals and objectives to maintain the company’s growth rate as well as evaluating processes for continual improvement.

Primary Job Functions

· Analyze, update, and monitor the forecast for accuracy using a statistical forecast system and communicate changes to appropriate departments. Forecast groups by product category. Evaluate and monitor future orders versus forecast; make forecast changes when needed. Create and maintain product journals. Responsible for an average amount of forecast dollars and/or records.

· Independently make decisions to change and update forecasts and selling relationships by comparing future forecasts to actual history, and percentage of change in demand following standard operating procedures and established guidelines.

· Identify out-of-the-norm conditions on any product and communicate to management; make recommendations for solution.

· Interact and build relationships with key business partners to ensure accurate data and forecasting.

· Identify process improvement opportunities.

· Take initiative and provide effective leadership, promote teamwork, and demonstrate the ability to lead people to get results.

· Evaluate inventory and the reliability of the supply chain flow for approval of Ad Notice, promotional requests and customer projections to ensure customer satisfaction and product availability. Enter additional demand into the statistical forecast system; closely monitor current and future inventory levels. Provide directions for expediting orders when necessary and ensure proper inventory levels are available.

· Identify planned drop items and/or groups; evaluate and make recommendation for best time frame for drop based upon remaining finished goods inventory, raw material inventory on hand and/or at vendor locations. Negotiate with Production, Purchasing and/or vendor regarding the final run dates and provide direction for expediting, deferring and/or cancelling orders when necessary and ensure proper inventory levels are available. Recommend excess inventory items to be added to the Hot Buys develop a plan and make recommendations for closing out remaining inventory.

· Contribute to the planning of long- and short-term business objectives; actively participate in product review meetings and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) meetings as required.

· Positively and professionally represent the company when handling complaints and resolving issues when a product is in limited supply, customer orders are delayed, or product is in excess.

Job Qualifications

· Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent work experience, Required

Experience:

· 1 years’ experience in supply chain fields, Preferred.

· Licenses or Certification: Certified Professional Forecaster (CPF) certificate - Preferred

· APICS/ASCM – CPIM, CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) - Preferred

· Six Sigma Green Belt – Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Supply Chain System knowledge.

· Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement

· Handle mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy

· Effective time management and organizational skills

· Analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Excellent interpersonal skills

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Maintain confidentiality.

· Handle multiple projects simultaneously within established time constraints.

· Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Excel; internet.

· Respond professionally in situations with difficult employee/vendor/customer issues or inquiries.

· Perform under strong demands in a fast-paced environment.

· Work independently as well as in a team environment.

· Display empathy, understanding and patience with employees and external customers.

Physical Effort and Work Environment:

· Lifting: Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 25 lbs.

· Pulling/Pushing: Will transport loads of up to 40 lbs.

· Work Environment: Predominately in an office environment; not substantially exposed to adverse conditions.

Apply today and find your home at Ashley!

Benefits We Offer

Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off

Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings

Professional Development Opportunities

Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism

Telehealth

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Life Insurance

Our Core Values

Honesty & Integrity

Passion, Drive, Discipline

Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence

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Growth Focused

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