Demand Planning Analyst

Implus Footcare, LLC is an industry-leading global consumer packaged goods company with 20+ brands in footwear accessories, hosiery, specialty running, outdoor, fitness and movement categories. Implus is headquartered in Research Triangle Park in Durham, NC with locations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Europe, Hong Kong, and South Africa. Our brand family includes Balega, Harbinger, TriggerPoint, Perfect, Sport-Brella, DryGuy, SKLZ, RockTape, Sof Sole, Stabil, Spenco, Yaktrax, Apara, Airplus, Sneakeralls, Sof Comfort, Little Hotties, Forcefield. From insoles, socks, and shoe care to fitness equipment and seasonal accessories, Implus' products are sold in over 80,000 retail locations across North America and in over 70 countries worldwide.

At Implus we are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive culture. We encourage & value different perspectives and are seeking a Demand Planning Analyst who shares our commitment to inclusivity and enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Demand Planning Analyst will lead cross-functional processes between customer development, category/product/marketing, supply planning, financial planning and operational planning teams. These plans will guide both internal and external plans to support revenue, margins, profitability and cost control targets.

Essential Job Function:        

• Schedule & Lead Demand Planning Reviews within S&OP Process; Directing Action Plans for Key Product Outliers
• Review Sell-In & Sell-Out Trends & External Drivers for Short-Term to Long-Term Product Action Plans; Highlighting Variance(s) to Baseline
• Prepare Forward Looking Forecasting Models for Comparative Analysis
• Create & Distribute KPI Reporting; Current KPIs Include Channel, Category, Brand & Product Performance While Establishing New Metrics to Support S&OP Effectiveness
• Monitor & Report Assumptions, Risks & Opportunities to Meet Business Targets; Escalating Priorities, as Appropriate
• Contribute to Maintenance of the Master Demand Forecast Database
• Support Long-Range Budget Planning Processes
• Assist Product Segmentation to Strengthen Focus Analysis
• Ad Hoc Analysis, Reporting & Dashboard Creation as Necessary
• Document Current Processes & Practices
• Educate Cross-Functional Teammates on Processes, Forecasting, Trends, Demand Chain, Data & Analytics
• Train New Associates

Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Analytical – Collect, Process & Interpret Business Insights from Data; Attention to Detail
• Communication – Effective Presentation Delivery Across Various Levels & Functions
• Leadership – Drive Collaboration for Alignment & Positive Change in Decision Making
• Problem Solving – Identify Root Cause & Provide Solution for Inefficiencies & Blockers
• Process – Measure, Track, Analyze & Review for Design Improvements

Preferred Qualifications:      

• 1 – 3 Years of Experience in Forecasting/Planning, Demand/Supply Chain, Operations or Finance; Consumer Packaged Goods Industry Experience a Plus
• Prior Experience with Tier 1 ERP (SAP, Oracle, JDE, AX/D365)

Education & Experience:

B.S. Business, Demand/Supply Chain, Finance, Statistics, Analytics or Equivalent Degree.

Relevant Working Conditions & Physical Demands:                    

• Visual Abilities: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus, read reports, create presentations and use a computer system.
• Hearing: Hear well enough to communicate with co-workers, vendors, and students.
• Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling: Write, type and use the telephone, copier, and computer systems.
• Mobility: Open files and operate office machines; move between departments and attend meetings.
• Talking: Frequently convey detailed or important instructions and ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Lifting, Pulling, Pushing: Exert up to 50 pounds for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Predictable attendance on site
• Using a standard computer keyboard and monitor
• 25 lbs. with/w/o reasonable accommodation
• Work has deadlines, multiple interruptions and may be stressful at times.
• Work may require occasional travel

Implus is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion/belief, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other protected status under the law. Individuals needing a reasonable accommodation should contact [email protected].