Demand Planner 3

Aquent (United States); Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent in Beaverton, Oregon is seeking a proactive Demand Planner to lead end-to-end merchandise planning, optimizing assortment depth and SKU efficiency to meet consumer demand.

You will translate insights into product strategies, build robust forecasts, and perform weekly sales analyses, collaborating with Sales and Merchandising to optimize inventory, growth, and margins across a matrixed organization. Proficiency in Excel and Power BI is essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of dedicated retail planning experience.
• Strong understanding of retail math principles.
• Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and planning.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders across teams.
• Experience working in a matrixed organization.
• Self-starter mentality with proactive insight sharing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement assortment planning frameworks focusing on depth, flow, and SKU efficiency.
• Translate consumer insights into actionable strategies to curate an optimal product line.
• Construct bottom-up forecasts to inform pre-season decisions and inventory strategies.
• Conduct weekly sales analyses to identify risks and opportunities and adjust plans as needed.
• Collaborate with marketplace teams and retail partners to manage performance and alignment.
• Provide post-season assortment analysis and recommendations to stakeholders for continuous improvement.
• Engage cross-functional teams including Sales and Merchandising to drive collaboration and outcomes.
• Contribute to strategic discussions and influence decisions across a matrixed environment.

Skills

Retail planning

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Influence stakeholders

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Demand Planner to join our forward-thinking team. In this critical role, you will be at the forefront of establishing robust, end-to-end merchandise plans, directly impacting our ability to deliver the right products to the right consumers at the right time. You will be instrumental in optimizing sales, margin, and sustainable growth, transforming consumer insights into tangible product strategies that captivate the market. If you thrive on collaboration, possess a keen eye for detail, and are eager to drive strategic decisions that shape the future of our product offerings, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement comprehensive assortment planning frameworks, focusing on product depth, flow, and SKU efficiency.
• Translate marketplace consumer insights into actionable strategies to curate an optimal product line.
• Construct detailed bottom-up forecasts to inform crucial pre-season decisions and inventory strategies.
• Conduct weekly sales analyses to proactively identify market risks and opportunities, adjusting plans as needed.
• Collaborate closely with marketplace teams and retail partners to manage performance and ensure strategic alignment.
• Provide insightful post-season assortment analysis and recommendations to key stakeholders, driving continuous improvement.
• Engage with cross-functional teams, including Sales and Merchandising, to foster strong partnerships and drive collective success.
• Act as a proactive voice at the table, contributing to strategic discussions and influencing outcomes across a matrixed environment.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of dedicated retail planning experience, preferably within vertical retail or wholesale environments.
• Comprehensive understanding and application of retail math principles.
• Strong proficiency in Excel for data analysis and planning.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and manage relationships effectively across various teams.
• Experience working successfully within a matrixed organizational structure.
• A self-starter mentality with the confidence to voice insights and contribute proactively to team goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Merchandise planning experience is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with AI concepts in a planning context.
• Proficiency in Power BI for data visualization and reporting.
• Previous experience within the consumer goods or retail industry is highly valued.