Strategic Operations Planning & Forecasting Analyst

Michaels Stores; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

The Michaels Companies Inc. in Irving, TX seeks an Operations Planning Analyst to provide analytical support to the Supply Chain department. The role focuses on forecasting, modeling, and reporting to improve efficiency and cost management.

Key tasks include developing forecasting models, supporting budgeting, and delivering timely insights using Excel, Alteryx, and Google BigQuery. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential for optimizing flow.

Qualifications

• Advanced Excel skills including macros and data management.
• Experience with analytical tools for reporting and modeling.
• 2–5 years in an analyst role with Excel focus.
• Education aligned with engineering, logistics, or finance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with DC forecasting and planning (weekly, monthly, yearly).
• Develop DC flow and inventory forecasting models using planning systems.
• Provide DC management with information for space and labor planning.
• Support budgeting with flow and inventory projections.
• Timely reporting and analysis; design and maintain analytical models.
• Utilize Excel, Alteryx, and Google BigQuery to facilitate reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve supply chain flow.
• Support data and analytics for department projects.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Alteryx

Google BigQuery

VBA

SQL

Tableau

ODBC

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Logistics/Finance

High School Diploma

Tools

Tableau

MicroStrategy

Job description

The Michaels Companies Inc. in Irving, TX seeks an Operations Planning Analyst to provide analytical support to the Supply Chain department. The role focuses on forecasting, modeling, and reporting to improve efficiency and cost management.

Key tasks include developing forecasting models, supporting budgeting, and delivering timely insights using Excel, Alteryx, and Google BigQuery. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential for optimizing flow.