Inventory Planning/Forecast Analyst - Chervon North America

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.

About Our Opportunity

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 the Lowe’s business.  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. 

Summary of 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 Lowe’s 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 Chervons’ domestic warehouses to help supporting in-stock targets established by Lowe’s.

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

Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have supervisory responsibility.       

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.

Travel
This position requires approximately 10% travel; some international.

Required Education and Experience

• 3-5 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.

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