Senior Analyst Demand Planning Cobra Golf

PUMA North America, Inc.; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Demand Planning professional to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in statistical forecasting and business analytics to drive demand planning processes and improve overall business performance. Your contributions will directly influence sales strategies and operational efficiency, making a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. Join a company that values speed and spirit, fostering a collaborative atmosphere where your insights and skills will be valued. If you are driven, vibrant, and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in Demand or Sales & Operations Planning.
• Expertise in statistical forecasting methods and tools.
• APICS, IBF, or related certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize collaborative approach for financial and demand forecasts.
• Analyze business results and provide key insights.
• Lead monthly demand review meetings with stakeholders.

Skills

Demand Planning

Statistical Forecasting

Business Analytics

Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Statistics

Bachelor's Degree in Economics

Tools

ERP/MRP Systems

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

YOUR MISSION

Demand Planning:

1. Utilize a collaborative and consensus approach working with Sales and Finance to obtain and ensure that current and accurate information is used for financial and demand forecasts.
2. Create, maintain, and report on a monthly US unit forecast for both stock and custom clubs, beginning with product families and breaking it down to the SKU level.
3. Responsible for loading the forecast into the ERP system, ensuring load completeness and accuracy.
4. Facilitate gap analysis between Demand Plan and Revenue Plan.
5. Communicate forecast uploads and changes to buyer planners.
6. Manage the Global Forecasting Process: create/update forecast templates quarterly and partner with international markets to generate forecasts for each region.
7. Provide the global forecast to Sourcing Teams and Tier 1 suppliers within the first week of each month.
8. Input and direct inventory strategies for new product launches, existing items, and product phase-outs/End of Life processes.
9. Monitor and report on forecast accuracy trends.
10. Lead monthly demand review meetings with Sales, Finance, and Buyer Planners.

Business Analytics & Reporting

1. Analyze critical business results and provide key insights on the current state of the business.
2. Publish monthly KPI analytics data, creating reports and dashboards to communicate sales performance, identify improvement areas, and measure the effectiveness of sales strategies.
3. Perform data cleaning and preparation, including filtering, handling missing values, and dataset preparation for analysis.
4. Explore and analyze data using statistical tools to identify patterns, relationships, and trends.
5. Create visual data representations through charts, graphs, and dashboards.
6. Prepare reports and presentations to communicate insights and findings to stakeholders.
7. Support additional reporting requests as needed.

YOUR TALENT

• 5-7+ years of experience in Demand or Sales & Operations Planning, with expertise in statistical forecasting methods and tools.
• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Statistics, Economics, or a related field preferred; relevant work experience may substitute for formal education.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and advanced data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• APICS, IBF, or related certifications are preferred.
• Proven track record of process improvements and aligning strategies with business objectives.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds, sit or stand for extended periods, and perform standard office tasks.

The hiring range base pay for this position is $82,000 - $116,645 plus bonus and benefits. Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

SPEED & SPIRIT define our candidate values: BE DRIVEN, BE VIBRANT, BE TOGETHER, and BE YOU. Applying is simple: click APPLY ONLINE and upload your application.

PUMA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. For more information, contact us at [e-mail].