TLNT is hiring a
Demand Planning and Inventory Analyst

Summary

The job description is for a Demand Planning and Inventory Analyst role at a cookware company. The employee will optimize demand forecasting, inventory management, data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and process improvement. They require 2-4 years of experience in inventory management or a similar role, strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel and ERP systems, excellent communication and collaboration skills, detail-orientation, organizational abilities, and a Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field. Cooking skills and/or experience in the culinary industry are preferred.

Requirements

• 2-4 years + of proven experience in inventory management, demand planning, or a similar role
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights
• Proficiency in Excel forecast modeling & ERP systems
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain global demand & inventory forecasting models based on historical sales trends, demand drivers, & statistical analysis
• Monitor inventory levels and identify trends to optimize inventory management, ensuring stock availability aligns with business needs
• Develop and maintain reports and dashboards to provide visibility into key business metrics
• Analyze demand & inventory data to identify opportunities for improvement, resolve inventory discrepancies, and recommend process enhancements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including supply chain, fulfillment, logistics, and sales, to ensure the accuracy of demand forecasts and inventory availability
• Track and monitor inventory shipments from the factory, ensuring timely updates and communication
• Oversee and manage inventory allocation plans across a domestic and international fulfillment network, providing recommendations to optimize inventory positioning across our distribution channels
• Review actual fulfillment center shipments against planned order projections to ensure alignment and accuracy
• Provide recommendations to improve inventory processes and procedures, contributing to overall operational efficiency

Preferred Qualifications

Love of food and cooking! Cooking skills and/or experience in the culinary industry are a plus

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• This is a full-time, long-term position
• The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with TLNT
• Work from home
• Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm (+/- 2 hours accepted) - PST
• Additional perks