Analyst, Demand Planning

Supergoop!; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off Policy

401k with Company Match

Product Discounts

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

A leading skincare company in San Antonio, Texas is seeking an Analyst for Demand Planning. In this role, you'll utilize your analytical and collaborative skills to prepare and review forecasts to ensure product supply meets consumer demand. Responsibilities include analyzing sales data, managing inventory levels, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have 2-4 years of experience in inventory control, proficiency in Excel, and excellent communication skills. Competitive benefits will be offered.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience working in inventory control and planning.
• Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures.
• Prior experience with budgeting, forecasting, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales data and trends to create demand plans.
• Manage inventory levels to meet corporate goals.
• Support Supply Chain team with analytics pertaining to demand metrics.

Skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Forecasting systems

Job description

About Supergoop!

Hi, we’re Supergoop! Since 2005, we’ve been changing the way the world thinks about sunscreen. Today, we’re as committed as ever to creating feel‑good sunscreen that you’ll really want to wear. Because protecting your skin’s health is what we’re all about. Every. Single. Day.™

Who You Are

As the Analyst, Demand Planning, you will bring your collaborative nature and analytical skills to regularly prepare and review forecasts and demand plans to ensure Supergoop’s product supply is available at levels able to meet our consumer demands, while using your creative problem‑solving approach to manage inventory concerns. Working cross-functionally with internal teams, you will be primarily responsible for development and maintenance of plans and reports, analyzing sales data and trends, and communicating with cross-functional partners on inventory and supply chain related matters. In this role you will report directly to the Demand Planner.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing sales data, trends, and customer behavior to create demand plans. Manage escalation process for changes to demand plan inside lead time. Ensure new product launch demand is supported by comparative product launch and sell‑through information
• Manage inventory levels to meet corporate goals. Review and understand gaps between forecast and budget and communicate these with key stakeholders. Ensure demand planning activities are undertaken in line with global standards
• Assist in the development, analysis and coordination of planning and supply chain reporting. Identify current and potential product shortages and excess inventory. Review stock to sales ratios and respond to changing sales trends
• Provide ad hoc reports to assist partners across International, Finance, Supply Chain, Sales and Marketing with ongoing management of their business areas. Support Supply Chain team with analytics pertaining to key demand and supply chain metrics
• Participate in monthly Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning functions – representing demand planning interests through report execution and contributing to review and action item discussions
• Track current and future inventory ownership for both finished goods and components based on purchasing plans and demand forecasts.
• Provide production forecasts beyond purchase orders to partners and CMs to provide transparency into future raw material needs.
• Execute excess inventory management by identifying SKUs over target or with excess ownership based on expiration dates.

Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred or equivalent experience
• 2‑4 years of experience working in inventory control and planning
• Consumer Packaged Goods Industry experience preferred
• Proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and forecasting systems. ERP experience helpful
• Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Excellent ability to prioritize, multitask, work independently and meet strict deadlines
• Prior experience with budgeting, forecasting, and data analysis
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off Policy
• 401k with Company Match
• Product Discounts
• Employee Referral ProgramCompany and Team Off‑Sits

EEO Statement

Supergoop! is dedicated to hiring a diverse workplace that celebrates an inclusive culture and a sense of belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran status, genetic information or disability.

Health & Safety Statement

The health and safety of you and the Supergoop! Team is important to us. Covid‑19 vaccination will be required to work in our office.