eCommerce Retail Forecasting & Replenishment Analyst - Central Garden & Pet
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
About the Job
Description
Central Home Brands, a growing Bingham Farms, Michigan-based leading manufacturer and distributor of Pet, Patio and Outdoor Lifestyle products to the leading retailers in the USA and Canada, has an exciting opportunity for a eCommerce Retail Forecasting & Replenishment Analyst to be based in the corporate headquarters located in Bingham Farms, MI.
The eCommerce Retail Forecasting & Replenishment Analyst will be responsible for collaborating with internal and external retail customers, and as such, will be in a highly visible, strategically important role with Central Home Brands. Strong analytical abilities, a continuous improvement mindset and effective communication and relationship-building skills are a must for this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ability to efficiently gather information and generate analysis to support successful supply chain management and business success. Analytics will be focused on, but not limited to, assortment planning, demand planning, market analysis and replenishment/inventory management.
- Review and update forecast regularly utilizing seasonality and current sales trends
- Communicate sales analysis, forecasts and findings to cross-functional team members and senior leadership team
- Provide regular POS updates and reports to the organization
- Track sales goals and assess risks against the plan
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree required (preferably analytical/business related).
- Strong analytical skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to clearly communicate complex analytical conclusions to internal business partners.
- Two years of work experience in a forecasting or replenishment-related experience preferred.
- Strong consumer focus.
- Ability to fully utilize Microsoft Office software at an intermediate level, including Excel (Pivot Tables, vlookups/xlookups, advanced formulas, macros) and PowerPoint.
- Creative and analytical thinker who is willing to learn and grow with the ability to contribute ideas in a collaborative team environment.
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts
- 401k
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to thousands of free online courses
- Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
- Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional)
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, K&H®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Source : Central Garden & Pet
