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'47 lists this Director of Demand Planning & Analysis opportunity in westwood, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Base pay range
$140,000.00/yr - $165,000.00/yr
Location: Greater Boston Area; Monday-Thursday in office required
Director of Demand Planning & Analysis
The Director of Demand Planning & Analysis, reporting to the VP Key Accounts, is responsible for creating, maintaining, managing, and sharing forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation. Forecasts are developed by incorporating statistical calculations and inputs from the customer, sales, and other sources as it relates to volumes, seasonality, and product mix.
Basic Functions
Develop demand forecasts (operational forecasts) for business areas as directed
Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data, develop statistical forecast models and evaluate forecast results
Interact with sales, marketing, and customers to understand demand forecast drivers
Utilize a collaborative and consensus approach to obtain and ensure that current and accurate information is used for demand forecasts
Maintain inventory targets by product category and customer, while ensuring supply is adjusted monthly to support inventory goals
Lead a team of analysts to identify and bring awareness to trends, successes, opportunities and concerns to internal stakeholders
Job Functions
Create statistical forecasts for seasonal selling and replenishment programs
Gather, analyze and validate data
Review resulting statistical forecast model
Apply error analysis techniques to improve forecasting
Review sales plan, customer forecast and demand drivers
Review promotional plans with sales
Review and maintain customer provided forecast data against the base statistical forecast to identify opportunities for forecast improvement
Achieve consensus for operational demand forecasts by facilitating a collaborative planning process with sales, marketing and customers
Prepare relevant material to facilitate research and discussion
Support and participate in Sales and Operations Planning meetings
Monitor and analyze sales reports from key retail accounts
Monitor trends in seasonality and promotional opportunities
Analyze weekly customer reports (POS), historical movement and seasonality/trends to analyze accounts and make recommendations for customer buys.
Prepare and maintain relevant reports pertaining to demand planning
Qualifications
5 to 7 years’ experience in demand planning, replenishment planning, forecasting, merchandising, and sales planning
Strong analytical, organizational and decision-making skills
Strong interpersonal skills are essential to effectively interact with all teams, area and levels of business affecting the forecast process
Proficiency in statistics, forecasting, and forecasting methods with an understanding of financial and operational impacts
Advanced in Microsoft Excel, Blue Cherry experience a plus
About ’47
’47 is a premium sports lifestyle brand founded in 1947, rooted in family values, craftsmanship, and a passion for sports culture. Known for iconic headwear and apparel, ’47 partners with the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, and more than 900 collegiate programs. Our products blend sport, style, and authenticity, making us a leader in fan gear and lifestyle fashion.
At ’47, we celebrate creativity, teamwork, and a relentless drive for innovation. We are committed to delivering the highest-quality products to our consumers while fostering a culture where employees can thrive, grow, and make a meaningful impact.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Apparel & Fashion
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Worksite address
westwood, MA, 02090, US
Who can apply
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