OVERVIEW
UPPAbaby is looking for an Associate Demand Planner reporting to our Supply & Demand Planning Manager. This role is responsible for aligning availability of products with anticipated demand for the US market, with key ownership responsibilities within the Amazon account. This role will participate in routine sellthrough reporting & analytics for innovation development, allocation planning, and trend analysis, in addition to contributing to our evolution of actionable data tools and routines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Analyzing Sales Trends:
- Retrieve weekly sell-through data from retailer portals, interpret & analyze information using Power BI
- Continuously analyze & report trends for core products against relevant time periods and budget at the SKU and portfolio level
- Monitor seasonal trends and new product launches, making recommendations on future buys based on sellthrough trends
- Prepare written analysis and present sales results to key cross-functional teams on a routine basis
- Contribute to the evolution of our analytics communication + tools strategy to elevate organizational decision-making based on data
- Pull additional sales reports based on business needs
Demand Forecasting:
- Assist in developing a 12-month rolling forecast for core catalog, ensuring forecast assumptions align with ongoing trend updates
- Proactively work with operations team to reprioritize open orders and optimize supply planning
- Ensure proper inventory allocation between sales channels and fulfilment centers
- Other duties as assigned
Managing Stock Levels:
While this role will assist in planning across all retailers, your initial key account responsibility will be Amazon. You will partner closely with Sales Operations and the Amazon Growth team to ensure accurate demand forecasts & seamless business operations.
- Focus on Amazon account, continuously analyzing and planning based on sales acceleration, advertising initiatives, and business changes to maintain optimal weeks of supply (WOS)
- Utilize Amazon-specific metrics and tools to forecast demand accurately, considering factors like Buy Box ownership, MAP, competitive trends, etc.
- Collaborate with Amazon Vendor Managers to optimize inventory replenishment forecast accuracy, and promotional strategies
- Coordinate with warehouses to ensure timely pickup & delivery of products and manage inventory levels effectively within Amazon’s network
- Proactively identify risks, anticipate, and avoid shortages
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred
- 2-4 years of related experience required
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP system experience (preferably Netsuite). Power BI experience a plus
- Have the ability to synthesize information and create a clear synopsis of key issues
- Experience sales planning & managing inventory for Amazon
- Show proven analytical skills and multi-time horizon adaptability.
- Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks, and work independently.
- Preferred on-site