Demand Planning Analyst

As a Demand Planning Analystyoull collaborate closely with sales and planning teams to build a consensus-driven item-level forecast on a weekly and monthly cadence for key customers. Your work will drive the implementation of our monthly S&OP process ensure forecast accountability and strengthen cross-functional alignment with inventory and supply planning teams.

What You Will Do:

• Become a subject matter expert on the Demand Planning module of our advanced planning system (Arkieva) to create the best possible forecast model.
• Own the process to collaborate with Sales to accurately input the bottom-up forecasts for new refresh and carry forward items for every season.
• Manage weekly and monthly demand plans based on new product introductions retail placements store count and confidence level. Keep the sales team accountable for the most updated and accurate information.
• Maintain Retail Planning ladders for assigned customers developing a season forecast while monitoring performance to identify opportunities and reduce liabilities.
• Monitor assortment sales performance to optimize sell-through for customers.
• Analyze POS (point of sale) data and retailer inventory data to validate that the initial sales projection is adequate and reasonable at any given time. If not adjust reach a consensus-driven demand with Sales & Planning and reflect the final demand in Arkieva.
• Support Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Processes helping to coordinate and represent the final demand for monthly S&OP meetings.
• Contribute to the order fulfillment process by evaluating and approving assigned customer order volumes are warranted align with demand.
• Collaborate with key partners in PD Procurement and PMT to address any missing or inaccurate product data in the ERP system.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Manages People: No

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelors degree in business administration data science supply chain or other relevant field is a plus
• 2years of experience as an analyst in forecasting planning and/or supply chain preferably in the toy and/or apparel manufacturing industry
• Knowledge of ERP Systems preferably in Sage 3 SAP and Oracle.
• Plus with new system implementation experiences
• High proficiency with data systems and spreadsheet tools specifically Microsoft applications such as Excel Word and PowerPoint as well as Google applications such as Google Docs Slides and Sheets
• Proven experience leading process improvements achieving business transformation through change management
• Passionate about data analytics especially in demand planning
• Flexible and open-minded to changes
• Ability to cross-functionally work with others influence decisions have difficult conversations during disagreements and adopt alternative methods to drive a consensus demand
• Ability to link the high-level strategies to day-to-day execution details
• Ability to keep others accountable and work towards multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Strong computer skills and the ability to use necessary databases and software systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication & presentation skills
• Ability to work both independently and as a team player effectively
• Ability to communicate and deal effectively with diverse individuals at all organizational levels in a professional manner

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee but provides the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What we offer:

At Jazwares we believe in providing our employees with comprehensive and competitive benefits that support their well-being and overall satisfaction. The base salary may vary based on experience role tenure performance industry and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer so the salary range may not apply to other states.

Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children employee basic life and AD&D insurance a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals short and long-term disability and tuition reimbursement.

Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes Monday through Thursday on-site with an optional WFH on Fridays up to 20 workdays fully remote each year and Time Off for vacation and sick leave. Through Jazwares Cares you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.

Working at Jazwares

At Jazwares we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.

• Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products relationships and commitment to our community.
• Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
• Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.

Dont miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today and lets shape the future of play together!

JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color sex religion national or ethnic origin citizenship status ancestry disability age military status marital status sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities.

Who We Are

Jazwares a Berkshire Hathaway company is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997 Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows Pokémon Hello Kitty Star Wars Disney BumBumz and Adopt addition to toys offerings include virtual games costumes and pet products. Headquartered in Plantation Florida Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information visit and follow us on LinkedIn X Instagram and Facebook

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