Senior Demand Planning Analyst

At Blain's Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career, and enjoy a positive balance.

As a family-owned retailer we take pride in offering a competitive benefit package designed to support you & your life. It is one of the reasons we have been named a Forbes Best Employer for six consecutive years!

• All major Holidays & Birthday off
• Advanced Leadership Training Programs: build the skills to grow your career
• Associate discount on name brands like Carhartt, Under Armour, STIHL, Milwaukee Tool, DeWalt & much more!
• Internal recognition programs that support an engaged workplace
• Profit Sharing
• 401(K) with company match
• Competitive base pay starting between $65,000/yr - $80,000/yr with annual performance-based merit raises*

The pay listed for this position may vary based on experience. Please note, compensation decisions are contingent on the facts and conditions for each job opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Please note salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Blain's Farm & Fleet position description for accurate pay range information.

Responsibilities

Responsible for short- and long-term demand planning and forecasting. Ensure promotional quantities are sufficient to support advertised demand. Ensure efficient inventory flow to stores to maximize service levels and corporate performance goals. Drive mutual brand awareness and increase sales, margin, and GMROI through collaboration with Key Vendor partners.

• Create and manage purchase orders, DC store transfers and allocations on a timely basis to adhere to defined inventory management practices and performance objectives
• Ensures that replenishment/allocation systems are properly set up and managed to drive accurate purchase orders, manage inventory and provide logistical efficiencies
• Identify vendor performance metrics for improvement. Drive solutions with merchandising team and vendors to improve lead times, fill rates, and resolve stock-outs
• Communicate with stores regarding stock issues, customer requests including rain checks, special orders, and analyst problem log
• Partner with Buyer, Manager, Planner and/or vendor to drive and execute key business decisions impacting assigned categories such as: product flow and exit strategies; receipt management and allocation; calendar and timeline compliance regarding new stores, remodel stores and category transitions; pre/in season buy plan management and item level forecasting
• Manage assigned categories to achieve demand and in stock goals as defined by company standards
• Serve as a strategic partner to present trends, information, and recommendations to cross functional teams, senior leaders, and vendor partners
• Proactively lead and establish best practices and broader initiatives within the Demand Planning team, participate in group/special projects, and mentor other team members
• Attend product knowledge seminars as assigned
• Attend Grand Opening events and assist as appropriate

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 year's experience of supply chain, planning, or related experience, in the retail environment is preferred
• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with analyzing large data sets to deliver clear, actionable insights
• Read and speak English and communicate with customers and co-workers

Blain Supply, Inc and Blain's Farm and Fleet (collectively "Blain's") is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity and creating an inclusive culture in order to leverage the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. Blain's does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any applicable legally protected status. Our goal is to continue to be recognized as an employer of choice and we have received Forbes Best Mid-Sized company to work for an unprecedented 6 years in a row.