Demand Planner

RESPONSIBILITIES

Kforce has a client located in Beaverton, OR looking for a Demand/Allocation Planner to deliver plans aligned to achieve channel financial targets including Revenue, Margin, Inventory, and Profitability through optimizing seasonal, monthly and weekly flow to maximize in-stock rates and mitigate lost demand.

Duties

• Set seasonal flow plan and store-level allocation plans based on seasonal initiatives, key consumer priorities, store-level strategy, and revenue drivers
• Develop style/color/size level load-in and replenishment for all stores; Monitor store performance weekly and adjust allocation units as needed based on performance vs. plan variance
• Partner with x-functional partners to identify opportunities and execute in-season cross-channel inventory trade activities to maximize full-price sales
• Maintain and balance healthy inventory levels with optimal Weeks of Supply (WOS) for key consumer x sport x channel segments across the fleet
• Influence Assortment Planning team on size curve opportunities during pre-season order entry
• Support timely and accurate execution in support of new store openings
• Partner with the Assortment Planning and Merchandising to prioritize allocation of everyday essential and seasonal product across channels

REQUIREMENTS:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and minimum of 2 years directly relevant work experience; One of the following alternatives may be accepted: PhD or Law + 1 year; Masters + 0-3 years; Associates degree + 1-3 years; High School diploma/GED + 3-5 years
• Ability to concisely present complex information/recommendations in meaningful terms to various audiences
• A deep understanding of how to use data to drive decisions and communicate business needs effectively
• Demonstrated experience in allocation planning and understanding of financial, product and inventory planning
• Strong understanding of merchandise, consumer, and sport as it relates to direct strategy
• A solid knowledge foundation of Excel and MS Windows applications

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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