Demand Planning and Allocation Analyst - Canmore, Canada - Rocky Mountain Soap Company

Rocky Mountain Soap Company

Verified Company

Canmore, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Who we are
At Rocky Mountain Soap we are passionate about everything natural. We have been formulating natural cosmetics in Canmore, Alberta for 23 years. The Rocky team is at the heart of what we do, and our team is growing.

Not only do we make high quality products that are good for you and the planet, we want people that want to make a difference too.

If you love a healthy planet, care about natural ingredients, and want to work in a growing and innovative environment, then Rocky is the right fit for you.

The position

Reporting to the Forecast and Demand Planning Manager, the Demand Planning and Allocation Analyst is responsible for the demand planning and product allocation for Rocky's three sales channels: Retail, eCommerce and Strategic Partnerships.

This position also monitors SKU inventory levels in all channels, preventing out of stocks, ensuring display quantities and days on hand targets are met, ultimately contributing to Rocky's sales and profitability goals.

This position works from our Workshop in Canmore, Alberta, or in a hybrid work setting.

What you'll be doing
Demand Planning

Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data, develop statistical forecast models, and evaluate forecast accuracy to drive overall sales growth
Partner with key departments to understand demand forecast drivers and operationalize the SKU level forecast
Evaluate sales cannibalization from seasonal newness, pricing strategies and create product margin targets to meet the expected sales targets
Support the product life cycles with statistical data to help guide the decision making and growth opportunities of key categories and at the SKU level for top performers

Allocations

Responsible for inventory allocation to the sales channels ensuring the correct inventory levels are at the right place at the right time
Partner with the Retail and Fulfillment teams to ensure optimal inventory levels are maintained in all channels
Responsible for reporting on inventory levels to the leadership team with multiple metrics

Systems Expertise

Administer and optimize Rocky's Demand Planning and Allocation software solutions including but not limited to: product setup and inactivation, data integrity and accuracy between systems, SKU attributes, replenishment records

Does this sound like you?

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Finance is required
Minimum of 3 years' experience in a related role (allocation or planning)
Demonstrated skills in inventory allocation, analysis and planning are required
Advanced software knowledge: considered an expert in Excel and other Office Suite software; Netsuite experience would be an asset
Proven track record of forecasting accuracy
Results and solutionsorientated, flexible in a fastpaced and changing environment and seeks new opportunities
Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to translate them into actionable insights
Highly organized and goaloriented with strong business acumen
Communicates well in a collaborative crossfunctional environment and also works well independently

What's in it for you?