Demand Planning/Replenishment Analyst

Title:

Demand Planning/Replenishment Analyst

Duration:

5 months Contract (possibility of extension)

Location:

Rogers, AR 72758 (Onsite)

Description:

Client is currently seeking an analyst to support the replenishment and planning for a top retailer. This role will be a member of a dynamic team focused on collaborative sales forecasting and inventory management. An analyst will be instrumental in supporting both the Sales team and the customer inventory and planning teams in areas of forecasting, planning, and order fulfillment. Deliver store in-stock metrics by influencing the end-to-end order process, including order creation, reviewing daily orders, maintaining perfect POs, and optimizing fill rate. Drive the execution of our Direct Import business out of Asia, partnering closely with the Customer Service team in our Hong Kong office. Forecasting capabilities

• Participate in the analysis of sales trends to improve weekly item-level POS projections. Review and align these plans with internal stakeholders and retail partners to ensure we have a collaborative plan at retail. Consumption execution
• Drive a weekly shipping plan by item, by channel, to support POS plans, retailer in-stock and future order needs.

Attend internal consensus meetings to present and share understanding of POS demand forecasts, provide key data findings to cross-functional S&OP teams to reach a consensus forecast on a month-to-month basis. Actively participate alongside the sales team in key collaborative forecasting meetings with Buyers and Replenishment Managers. Present business findings and recommend action plan for the season. What We re

Looking For:

Key Characteristics Strong Analytical Skills

• ability to coordinate diverse information, identify relevant data, recommend and implement corrective actions. Solid Interpersonal and Communication Skills
• ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels and all functional areas, ability to understand, assess and present the viewpoints of others. Sound Business Judgment
• ability to interpret issues and recommend actions to best support group, division and corporate goals. Process Oriented
• Ability to identify and address process improvements and share expertise with others.

Basic Qualifications Proficient in MS Office, Excel Power User. Direct replenishment experience planning in a highly seasonal environment with long lead times. Have at least 2 years of relevant experience in sales analysis or merchandise buying/planning. Preferred Qualifications Experience in Client or retail Experience with PowerBI, Alteryx, BigQuery, or other database programs Experience with statistical forecasting techniques, systems applications, and model building #TB_EN #ZR Why TalentBurst? At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth. Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options. TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.