Demand Planning Associate — Forecast, Excel & SQL Expert

Macy's; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discounts

Performance-based incentives

Annual merit review

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Macy's is seeking an Associate, Demand Planner to maintain sales forecasts for Macy's stores and Macys.com replenishment, aiming to improve forecast accuracy and profitability. The role partners with Inventory Management, Inventory Support, and Supply Planning to optimize systems and develop new reports and tools.

You will support replenishment strategies through ad hoc analyses, data extractions, and automation efforts, collaborating across Merchants and Supply Chain teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• 2+ years of related experience
• This role involves performing essential job functions such as communication, collaboration, and use of office and computer systems.
• Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate forecasts for all actively replenished items.
• Optimize forecast models in Blue Yonder by adjusting demand-based system parameters.
• Provide strategic guidance at the FOB, department, and individual PID levels.
• Develop ad hoc analyses and reports to support replenishment strategies.
• Establish reporting guidelines and best practices to improve accuracy and automation.
• Assist in creating tools and processes to enhance replenishment efficiency.
• Collaborate with Macy's Technology team to report and resolve system defects.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
• In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Forecasting & Demand Planning

Data Analysis & Reporting

Excel Proficiency

Process Optimization

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting

Communication & Influence

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Blue Yonder (JDA)

SQL

Tableau

Excel (VBA)

Job description

Macy's is seeking an Associate, Demand Planner to maintain sales forecasts for Macy's stores and Macys.com replenishment, aiming to improve forecast accuracy and profitability. The role partners with Inventory Management, Inventory Support, and Supply Planning to optimize systems and develop new reports and tools.

You will support replenishment strategies through ad hoc analyses, data extractions, and automation efforts, collaborating across Merchants and Supply Chain teams.