Demand Planning Analyst

About the role

The primary function of this Analyst role is to provide specialized support to the Supply Chain team through data management, reporting and strong system knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Supply Chain team while maintaining the Item Master database with data integrity and accuracy.
• Responsible for transitioning the database weekly and including Month Start and Year End processes.
• Review and analyze daily and weekly operations reports and monitor operational performance to ensure products are in stock, vendor commitments are maintained.
• Creates and maintains Excel reporting for the team, such as forecast files, PO maintenance files, and exception based reporting.
• Update fields at the sku level in the Item Master database to maintain accurate flow of goods from new introduction skus to exiting of groups.
• Develop systems understanding of forecasting and planning software to enhance and flow product from forecast, to purchase order transmission, acknowledgement, expediting.
• Assists the team with PO generation and transmission to vendor, through to maintaining accurate delivery dates on PO's.
• Contribute to the development of tools and processes which make the team more efficient.
• Collaborate with vendor community to ensure compliance with Raymour & Flanigan's supply chain management expectations.
• Develop an understanding of the flow import and domestic shipments to support delivery of any item within 3 days or less anywhere in our trading area.

Qualifications

• Must thrive in a fast paced, demand orientated business with frequent and rapid priority changes within a team environment.
• Strong analytical skills, process oriented and demonstrated business acumen.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Four year college degree required or applicable experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of ERP and data base applications is a plus.
• Relevant course work in Supply Chain Management, Business, or other related discipline is preferred.