FD Replenishment Analyst

Family Dollar Merchandising LLC; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Dollar Merchandising LLC in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Replenishment Analyst to manage 400–500 SKUs across 7,000 stores, driving in-stock, promotions, and inventory turns.

You will own forecasts, expedites POs up to $70,000, partner with suppliers and cross-functional teams, and analyze data to improve sales, margins, and service levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Two (2) or more years of related retail and/or replenishment experience.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Replenishment responsibilities for 400–500 SKUs across 7,000 stores.
• Own forecasts, purchasing and deployment to meet inventory, margin and sales goals.
• Investigate root causes of overstocks and stockouts and implement action plans.
• Coordinate with suppliers and cross-functional partners to ensure in-stock and service levels.

Skills

Results driven

Adaptable

Detail oriented

Organized

Problem solving

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

SQL

Retek

Microstrategy

Job description

General Summary

Replenishment Analysts manage the portion of Family Dollar business classified as “Basic.” Replenishment manages over 70% of total company sales. The primary goal of Replenishment is to achieve an optimal inventory investment while maintaining the desired In-Stock positions for both the Stores, Distribution Centers and Third-Party Vendors. Replenishment Analysts optimize basic inventory to maximize Family Dollar’s sales, profitability and inventory turn while meeting Store In-Stocks and Service Level goals. This position supports and executes all aspects of basic SKUs including, but not limited to base sales, seasonal sales and promotional sales for the entire Replenishment Life Cycle. Replenishment Buyers work cross functionally with Merchandising, Planning and Supply Chain to meet/exceed Company goals while maintaining a partnership with the Supplier community.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Replenishment Buyers manage an average of 400-500 SKUs, both domestic and import, in over 7,000 stores out of 8 Distribution Centers representing $300M+ in annual sales
• Manage all allocations of Basic product to support promotions, special events and improve Store In-Stock to maximize sales and dropped SKU execution to minimize mark downs.
• Own all system metrics that ensure accurate forecasts, purchasing and deployment, to meet inventory, margin and sales goals for their categories/suppliers.
• Investigate root cause of overstocks, out of stocks, Store In-Stock and Turn opportunities and implement action plans.
• Track and expedite inbound Purchase Orders.
• Partner with Suppliers and cross functional partners, to establish and maintain compliance in all areas of Store In-Stock, DC Service Levels and Inventory Turn objectives.
• Conduct weekly analysis of assigned categories/suppliers and present findings and actions to category team.
• Manage purchase quantities within approved receipt budget for their categories/suppliers and approve Purchase Orders up to $70, 000 at cost.
• Can effectively communicate the needs of the business to multiple levels both within and outside the organization.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Office work environment, 40+ work hours per week

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university or equivalent experience/training
• Experience: Two (2) or more years of related retail and/or replenishment experience

Job Related Skills

• Must be results driven, adaptable, detail oriented and organized. Ability to make sound decisions with limited Managerial direction, takes accountability for decisions, actions and results.
• Must exhibit strong problem solving/decision making and time management skills. Demonstrates the ability to analyze data, identify root causes, trends, opportunities and concerns.
• Exhibits excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as relationship management.

Computer Skills

• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to develop, manipulate, format and share spreadsheets for the purpose of analysis.
• SQL, Retek, Microstrategy preferred.

Projected Salary Range

$68,000-$76,500

Equal Opportunity Statement

Family Dollar is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified individuals of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to any protected status.

Family Dollar is also committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Location and Work Hours

Full time

510 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320

Additional Information

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with people every day — creating memorable experiences for our customers while also building a career that can take you anywhere. Join our team and see where your journey can take you. We're invested in your health and wellness. That’s why we invest in perks, programs, and resources that help you at every stage of your life and career.