Forecasting & Inventory Strategist for Mass Retail

Goliath; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending and health savings

Paid time off

Fun, dynamic and creative industry

Job summary

Goliath in Richardson, TX is seeking a Mass Inventory Analyst to lead forecasting, inventory planning, replenishment analysis, and reporting for major mass retail accounts, primarily Walmart and Target. You will partner with Sales, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and retailer teams to ensure accurate forecasts, inventory flow and performance insights.

Responsibilities include creating forecast plans, managing internal Walmart/Target forecasts, coordinating with retailers and internal stakeholders, and

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data handling.
• Experience in inventory planning, forecasting, analytics, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Develop forecast plans in partnership with Walmart and Target planners.
• Manage internal forecasts for Walmart and Target with item and total business level accuracy.
• Serve as primary contact with Walmart/Target Inventory Analysts and Replenishment Managers.
• Create ladder plans for Walmart/Target to ensure inventory flow and timely PO creation.
• Provide detailed forecasting and inventory reports to Purchasing for domestic flow planning.
• Coordinate with GFE regarding import POs, forecast changes, and factory updates.
• Analyze Walmart Connect and Roundel performance to guide marketing investments.
• Conduct promotional performance analysis and provide recommendations to optimize results.
• Compile and analyze POS data across channels to identify trends and opportunities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Circana reporting

AI tools (Claude/ChatGPT)

Job description

Goliath in Richardson, TX is seeking a Mass Inventory Analyst to lead forecasting, inventory planning, replenishment analysis, and reporting for major mass retail accounts, primarily Walmart and Target. You will partner with Sales, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and retailer teams to ensure accurate forecasts, inventory flow and performance insights.

Responsibilities include creating forecast plans, managing internal Walmart/Target forecasts, coordinating with retailers and internal stakeholders, and