at Chervon North America in Naperville, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Chervon is one of the world’s largest power tool and lawn and garden equipment manufacturers with a rich history of innovation. Chervon’s commitment to build a better world by building better tools is evident in the products we manufacture and our green approach to manufacturing. We focus on hand-held portable power tools, stationary bench tools, laser and electronic equipment and outdoor power equipment. With world-class R&D, manufacturing, design, marketing, sales, and service teams throughout the world, we do it all.
Job Summary The Inventory Planning/Forecast Analyst is responsible for developing and implementing strategies that maximize sales and inventory productivity and maintains the appropriate in-stock positions and manages inventory in the most effective manner across all stores, distribution centers and SKUs for our larger retail key accounts. The Inventory Planning/Forecast Analyst will work cross-functionally with internal teams to accomplish team goals and to improve inventory productivity. The Analyst creates accurate forecasts to support established financial goals; develops the inventory and replenishment strategies; manages parameters for each assigned product line to execute the replenishment strategies; and achieves target in-stock levels and planned inventory turns. Duties & Responsibilities Inventory Planning & Forecasting+ Provide forecast and pro forma projections working with Key Account Managers;
+ Provide accurate in-stock reporting on a weekly basis;
+ Review suggested orders with factory and reconcile to forecasts;
+ Inform and work closely with entire Operations team on current and future orders;
+ Provide weekly sales/operations dashboard reporting including reviews and comments;
+ Work collaboratively with the assigned retail accounts on forecasts and shipment flow planning.
Direct Flow Management+ Own and represent the complete 52-week Sales/Inventory forecast and goals;
+ Accountable for stores and regional distribution centers (RDCs) to manage complete supply chain;
+ Work with factory/operations teams to ensure on-time shipping and most cost effective distribution method;
+ Help to manage inventory in Chervon’s domestic warehouses to help support in-stock targets established by our retail partners.
Competencies+ Leadership
+ Detail-oriented
+ Teamwork
+ Strategic thinking
+ Project planning
+ Forecasting
+ Business acumen
+ Analytical
+ Personal effectiveness/credibility
+ Communication proficiency
+ Presentation skills
+ Retail knowledge
+ Inventory management
+ Logistics
+ Knowledge of the tool and/or outdoor power equipment industries
Required Education and Experience+ 2-3+ years of experience in a retail inventory, planning and replenishment role;
+ BS/BA degreed with supply chain management, inventory management, finance or a related field;
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
+ Ability to quickly retrieve, manipulate, analyze and interpret data;
+ Critical thinking skills to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions;
+ Ability to understand and foresee implications of new information for current and future problem solving;
+ Good written and verbal communication skills;
+ Strong ability to multi-task and handle competing priorities at once;
+ Self-starter as well as major contributor to his/her team;
+ Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel;
+ Strong understanding of inventory management principles and data analytics;
+ Strong understanding of inventory management systems;
+ Financial acumen skills;
+ Understanding of supply chain and merchandising processes;
+ Understanding of distribution, transportation, and supplier manufacturing principles;
+ Proven work experience in a quantitatively/analytical-heavy role;
+ Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
Supervisory Responsibility This position does not have supervisory responsibility. Travel This position requires approximately 10% travel; some international. Work Environment Chervon North America operates in a casual and fun environment. We offer a very competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, short/long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) and a competitive time off program. We think Chervon is a great place to work! Be part of our new future! Better Tools. Better World.Powered by JazzHR
