Demand Planner

$100,000 - $120,000/Yr

Jp Ecommerce - Forest Lake, MN

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Forest Lake, MN
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

JP Ecommerce/Bare Home is seeking an experienced Forecasting and Demand Planner to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in driving demand and inventory levels, maximizing cash flows, and ensuring high sales and service levels. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in demand planning, particularly within the textile industry, and will be responsible for developing and maintaining accurate demand forecasts for our product lines across multiple sales channels. This includes managing inventory flow through various partners such as Walmart and Amazon, optimizing cost savings in shipping and container flow, and making cost-effective resupply decisions while understanding landed costs and international shipping complexities. The Demand Planner will also be tasked with anticipating and managing friction points between buyers, logistics, and warehouse capacity to maintain a predictable and continuous flow of inventory. Collaboration with senior management to address supply chain challenges and opportunities is essential, as is the implementation and utilization of forecasting tools and ERP systems to improve planning processes. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a strong analytical mindset to thrive in a fast-paced e-commerce environment. As a leading textile retail company, we pride ourselves on sourcing high-quality products from key regions including China, India, Pakistan, and Turkey. Our commitment to optimizing operations and fostering strategic partnerships ensures cost-effectiveness, superior quality, and reliable availability of our products. If you are passionate about supply chain management and eager to make a significant impact on our company's growth and success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for product lines across multiple sales channels.
  • Manage inventory flow through various partners (Walmart, Amazon, and our warehouse) to minimize stock-outs on key sellers and new products.
  • Optimize cost savings in shipping and container flow to maintain seasonal stock levels.
  • Manage container flows year-round to maximize warehouse space, 3PL, WMS, and Amazon FBA/AWD, ensuring a predictable flow of inventory.
  • Make cost-effective resupply decisions, understanding landed costs and international shipping complexities.
  • Anticipate and manage friction points between buyers, logistics, and warehouse capacity to maintain a predictable and continuous flow.
  • Collaborate with senior management to address supply chain challenges and opportunities.
  • Implement and utilize forecasting tools and ERP systems to improve planning processes.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
  • 5-7 years of experience in demand planning, preferably in retail or e-commerce.
  • Strong proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions (VLookup, Pivot Tables, Macros, complex formulas, statistical analysis).
  • Experience with forecasting software (e.g., EG-Slim Stock; Net Stock, or similar).
  • Understanding of ERP systems (Oracle, NetSuite, SAP) and ability to set up forecasting from Excel documents.
  • Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong leadership and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to explain/present complex data clearly and concisely.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with Amazon's inventory management rules and requirements.
  • Knowledge of multi-channel inventory management, especially international Amazon fulfillment.
  • Familiarity with international trade regulations and customs procedures.
  • Experience with Walmart's inventory management system (WMS).
  • Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles.
  • One or more of the following certifications: APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM), Institute of Business Forecasting and Planning (IBF) Certified Professional Forecaster (CPF), International Society of Logistics (SOLE) Certified Professional Logistician (CPL).

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
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