Forecasting & Planning Analyst: Data-Driven Inventory Strategy

Socket.dev; Warminster Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

HRA (Health Reimbursement Account)

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability Coverage

Life Insurance

Farm produce program

KASHABLE loan program

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks an Analyst, Forecasting, Planning & Analytics to develop accurate demand forecasts and manage retail replenishment. You will analyze data, collaborate with Sales, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain to optimize inventory and forecast accuracy.

The role focuses on data-driven insights, KPI dashboards, and cross-functional projects to improve supply chain efficiency and inventory availability for customer demand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in SCM, Analytics, or related field.
• Experience forecasting, replenishment planning, or supply-chain analytics.
• Advanced Excel with strong analytical skills.
• Experience with SQL, Power BI or similar BI tools preferred.
• Experience in a Consumer Packaged Goods environment and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration across Sales, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve demand forecasts from historical data and trends.
• Own retail replenishment planning to ensure optimal inventory and service levels.
• Manage replenishment strategies and planning system parameters.
• Recommend procurement, packaging, and repacking quantities as needed.
• Partner with Sales, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain to align demand plans with objectives.
• Monitor inventory across locations to identify risks and opportunities.
• Build dashboards and reports to track KPIs and inventory health.
• Analyze forecast accuracy and drive continuous process improvements.
• Support cross-functional projects to improve supply chain efficiency.
• Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting for strategic initiatives.

Skills

Forecasting

Replenishment

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Inventory optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Analytics/Business

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Excel (advanced)

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Socket.dev seeks an Analyst, Forecasting, Planning & Analytics to develop accurate demand forecasts and manage retail replenishment. You will analyze data, collaborate with Sales, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain to optimize inventory and forecast accuracy.

The role focuses on data-driven insights, KPI dashboards, and cross-functional projects to improve supply chain efficiency and inventory availability for customer demand.