FD Replenishment Analyst

dollartree; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Dollar seeks a Replenishment Analyst to manage basic SKUs across 7 distribution centers and 8,000 stores. You will optimize inventory, analyze performance, and coordinate with Merchandising, Planning and Supply Chain to meet sales and in-stock goals.

The role requires 2+ years in retail/replenishment, a Bachelor's degree, and strong Excel/SQL skills. Strong communication and budget oversight are essential for cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of related retail/replenishment experience.
• Strong data analysis, problem solving and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with ability to manipulate and share spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Manage 400-500 SKUs across multiple stores and DCs.
• Oversee allocations to support promotions and improve in-stock levels.
• Own system metrics for forecasts, purchasing and deployment.
• Investigate overstocks, outages, and turn opportunities; implement action plans.
• Track inbound purchase orders and ensure timely processing.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to maintain stock and service levels.
• Present weekly analyses and actions to the category team.
• Approve purchase orders up to $70,000 at cost.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL

Retek

MicroStrategy

Microsoft Office Suite

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

• 1. 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
• 2. 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.
• 3. Own all system metrics that ensure accurate forecasts, purchasing and deployment, to meet inventory, margin and sales goals for their categories/suppliers.
• 4. Investigate root cause of overstocks, out of stocks, Store In-Stock and Turn opportunities and implement action plans.
• 5. Track and expedite inbound Purchase Orders.
• 6. 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.
• 7. Conduct weekly analysis of assigned categories/suppliers and present findings and actions to category team.
• 8. Manage purchase quantities within approved receipt budget for their categories/suppliers and approve Purchase Orders up to $70, 000 at cost.
• 9. Can effectively communicate the needs of the business to multiple levels both within and outside the organization.
• 10. 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

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.

Full time510 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320Inventory ManagementFamily Dollar