Job Summary: The individual in this position will be key in supporting the company's overall business strategy and supply chain initiatives. This individual will provide analytical, organizational, and process support to drive inventory optimization.
From the moment a product is introduced to the market to the final moment it is phased out, the Demand Planner is there every step of the way, ensuring inventory is being optimized, sales trends are being monitored, and financial plans are being met. Nested within a larger department responsible for allocations and operations, the Demand Planner takes on the role of always approaching solutions via a supply chain lens. A successful candidate will help achieve these goals globally across all channels by projecting sales for our best sellers, highlighting missed opportunities, and adding an analytical perspective to our business. Prior footwear experience is preferred.
About Ground Up:
Ground Up is a premier footwear manufacturer retaining an integrated portfolio of licensed and owned brands and has grown to be a leading supplier. The company's unique capability to design and translate fashion trends offers a fresh perspective on licensed footwear.Ground Up was created with the vision of fulfilling the need for fun, innovative products for the true brand enthusiast. As our product entered the market, we found consumers wanting to express themselves and their fandom in new, creative ways. Consumers connect with us through our brand partnerships, giving them brands they love with a brand they now trust. Ground Up has become a recognizable brand for the whole family that stands for elevated fashion and fun.
We aspire to have our teams embody our core values of:
Service
People
Teamwork
Opportunity
Result
Innovation
Trust
Key Responsibilities:
Drive improvements in forecasting accuracy and fill rate
Oversee demand planning and replenishment by SKU
Forecast future supply needs and initiate proactive communications identifying short-term and long-term supplier issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Production, Warehouse/Logistics) to drive inventory optimization
Partner with other departments to support new customer product launches, customer pipeline orders, and promotional events
Oversee inbound/outbound inventory; maintain ongoing communication with factories to ensure timely and accurate supply flow
Manage excess/aged inventory levels
Analyze SKU productivity and identify items for discontinuation
Investigate and timely communicate any possible risks that have significant impacts on inventory and recommend solutions/alternatives
Key player in developing process and reports to enhance inventory planning and support company initiatives
Publish various weekly reports, maintaining them as well as updating them as needed
Style-level demand planning and forecasting for 100+ top selling items globally (bottoms-up planning)
Highlight missed inventory opportunities
Propose additional inventory needs
Roll up style forecasts and identify areas where style-level expectations do not meet top-line projections (tops-down planning)
Collaborate with Merchandising/Design team to ensure business plans and priorities are aligned
Monitor inventory through its entire lifecycle and propose action plans when necessary
Work on various one-off analytical projects based on business needs
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in Demand Planning, Merchandise or Retail Planning, Forecasting, Replenishment, Supply Chain or related function
Proven capability to work well in a team environment
Ability to work cross-functionally across organizational boundaries
Strong data analysis skills with ability to apply findings quickly
Ability to mine various data sources to create a picture of current and future inventory position
Working knowledge of the supply chain and processes as they relate to inventory
Ability to multi-task with extreme attention to detail while working on multiple projects
Excellent problem-solving and time management skills; ability to work independently
Ability to adapt to a rapidly growing environment and is forward-thinking and reactionary to the needs of the business
Excellent MS Excel skills and capable of adapting to new system
GUP Perks
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k plan & access to employee recognition programs.
Paid vacation, holidays, Eternal Summer Fridays, birthdays off & more!
Friendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment.
Ground Up International is an equal opportunity employer.