Category Forecast Analyst
5 days ago
At Clicks Group Limited, we are committed to providing exceptional service to our customers. As a Senior Demand Planner, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our stores are well-stocked with the right products at the right time.
Responsibilities- Develop and implement demand forecasting models to predict sales and inventory levels.
- Work closely with Category Managers to develop pre-season sales, markdown, margin, and inventory plans.
- Analyze historical sales data to identify trends and patterns.
- Provide regular forecasting updates to senior management and stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of inventory levels and sales data.
- Conduct analyses to optimize inventory levels and reduce waste.
- Liaise with suppliers to negotiate prices and delivery schedules.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks to supply chain operations.
- You should have 5 years' experience in demand planning in a retail/FMCG environment.
- You should have a Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Math, Decision Science, Marketing, Business, or related area.
- You should have expertise in MS Office Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- You should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- You should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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