Direct Client Inventory Planner Retail ( Mid to Sr level )

Seattle, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 21 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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
1	Skill: Highly Analytical Application:	1 Yrs
2	Skill: Strong Technical skills Application: ERP Microsoft Office Excel	2 Yrs
3	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 tailors 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

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 sale...

Top Candidate Skills & How Applied			Years of Experience
1	Skill: Highly Analytical Application:	1 Yrs
2	Skill: Strong Technical skills Application: ERP Microsoft Office Excel	2 Yrs
3	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