• Ensure the continuity of supply while maintaining optimal supply chain costs.
• Validate and finalize the demand plan before entry into ERP systems, ensuring accurate forecasting at both macro and part levels.
• Develop and implement action plans to achieve inventory targets that effectively support a dynamic business environment.
• Take responsibility for total supply chain costs, including obsolescence and logistics management.
• Drive supply chain reliability and flexibility while continuously reducing lead times through regular factory performance reviews.
• Review end-to-end supply chain risks and propose mitigation strategies for scenarios that could impact customer experience and supply continuity.
• Ensure customer forecast liabilities and end-of-life plans are agreed upon between the company and customers.
• Manage supply and inventory risks arising from rebooked or canceled orders.
• Lead initiatives to improve overall service performance across customer service, distribution, planning, and quality functions.
• Set appropriate inventory-to-sales ratios to support sales growth while minimizing stock levels.
• Continuously enhance automated system planning to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Monitor factory performance, promoting supply chain flexibility and reliability, and establish standard sample lead time expectations.

Skills: Forecast Planning, Supply Continuity, Inventory Control, Cost Management, Risk Mitigation, Customer Alignment, Process Automation, Supplier Performance

• Manage weekly sales forecasts for all existing and new products, ensuring alignment with overall financial goals.
• Collaborate with merchandising, design, and finance teams to optimize assortments and strategically invest in inventory to meet sales targets.
• Create and maintain weekly SKU-level selling reports, identifying key insights to guide product and assortment strategies.
• Track and forecast product returns and exchanges to monitor inventory movement and manage product phase-outs.
• Update on-order reporting and maintain accurate SKU-level inventory forecast models.
• Conduct ad hoc analyses during key sales periods, including new product launches, to support decision-making.
• Maintain optimal in-stock inventory levels in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Regularly share product performance insights and progress against plan with leadership on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.
• Proactively advise leadership on inventory risks and opportunities to ensure data-driven strategic planning.

Skills: Sales Forecasting, Inventory Planning, Data Analysis, Cross-Functional Collaboration, SKU Reporting, Product Performance, Risk Management, Strategic Planning

• Allocate and replenish stock to stores on a daily basis.
• Ensure the correct balance of inventory in each store according to the assortment matrix.
• Evaluate stock allocation and distribution based on sales performance, distribution plans, and rationing criteria.
• Monitor sales trends and control stock levels to maintain optimal product availability.
• Review daily allocations and propose adjustments based on store performance, current trends, and store feedback.
• Collaborate closely with logistics and warehouse teams to manage lead times, delivery schedules, and shipment accuracy.
• Analyze stock balance, product performance, and store strategies to identify improvement opportunities.
• Address and fulfill store-to-store transfer requests promptly and accurately each day.

Skills: Stock Allocation, Inventory Replenishment, Sales Analysis, Demand Planning, Trend Monitoring, Logistics Coordination, Performance Evaluation, Store Support

• Establish and maintain optimal finished goods inventory both in total and by SKU.
• Work closely with demand and supply planners to balance customer needs and the company’s production and sourcing capacities.
• Focus on key responsibilities, including inventory strategy, inventory planning, and inventory control.
• Use inventory optimization tools to determine total finished goods levels and present recommendations to leadership on inventory strategy.
• Implement inventory strategies that accommodate production, purchasing, and storage capacity constraints.
• Collaborate with the demand planner to identify inventory requirements that meet forecasted demand.
• Review inventory replenishment orders to ensure accuracy and alignment with business needs.
• Coordinate with the supply planner to balance inventory levels between supply and demand.
• Develop, analyze, and report on inventory level projections and KPIs related to inventory planning.
• Serve as an SAP super user, supporting system processes and improvements in inventory management.

Skills: Inventory Optimization, Demand Planning, Supply Coordination, Inventory Strategy, Capacity Management, Replenishment Control, KPI Analysis, SAP Expertise

• Design and implement the complete forecasting process by defining milestones, deliverables, owners, and timelines.
• Establish strategies and methodologies tailored to different forecasting scenarios, such as new product launches, geographic expansions, product velocity variations, and seasonal trends.
• Develop scalable and adaptable forecasting models that can evolve with changing business needs.
• Validate assumptions and test forecast outputs to ensure accuracy and alignment with purchasing strategies.
• Analyze historical performance data and variance reports to refine forecast accuracy and strengthen inputs.
• Oversee forecasting timelines, set clear expectations, and proactively remove barriers for cross-functional participants.
• Document forecasting processes, strategic frameworks, and best practices for knowledge sharing with Brand Management and Supply Chain teams.
• Conduct training sessions to enhance team capabilities in forecasting and data modeling.
• Track stock levels to identify risks of stockouts and opportunities to minimize excess inventory.
• Create and maintain detailed variance reports comparing actuals and forecasts to pinpoint discrepancies and improve planning methods.
• Communicate inventory status, demand forecasts, and purchasing strategies to senior leadership for informed decision-making.
• Continuously enhance forecasting tools and procedures to support business agility and accuracy.

Skills: Forecast Process Design, Scenario Planning, Model Development, Data Validation, Performance Analysis, Cross-Functional Leadership, Process Documentation, Forecast Optimization

• Execute and lead supply commitments through the creation of purchase orders (POs) for the procurement of finished goods and managing buy exceptions.
• Maintain and update all changes to POs, including product movements from factories to distribution centers.
• Review purchase orders to ensure conformance with company policies and address any issues related to delivery or compliance.
• Conduct detailed analyses to proactively identify challenges and communicate insights effectively by translating key business metrics such as PIFOT (Planned in Full On Time), coverage, unplanned demand, and inventory health into actionable stories for stakeholders.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on projects and provide support for key initiatives that directly impact daily operations.
• Proactively drive inventory strategy and lead actions that maintain a healthy inventory position within the assigned business area.
• Utilize multiple reports and dashboards to monitor metrics, identify potential fulfillment risks, and escalate issues that could delay timelines.
• Report and communicate delivery expectations, risks, and opportunities to planning teams to ensure transparency and promote optimal inventory health.

Skills: Purchase Order Management, Procurement Operations, Compliance Review, Data Analysis, Inventory Strategy, Fulfillment Monitoring, Risk Escalation, Stakeholder Communication

• Develop, execute, and manage monthly merchandise plans for all components, including sales, inventory, margin, turn, receipts, and markdowns.
• Track and maintain accurate Cost of Goods data for all finished goods and components.
• Create tracking documents to record historical data and perform price comparisons for maximum, minimum, average, and last costs.
• Communicate regularly with suppliers to ensure shipments meet due dates and address delays proactively.
• Collaborate with Resourcing, Engineering, Product Development, and Finance teams to identify opportunities for process standardization and cost savings.
• Set safety stock levels and establish priority codes for stocked products to maintain required service levels.
• Develop and implement inventory strategies for different line types, including stock, special orders, and direct shipments to clients.
• Partner with the Liquidation Channel to manage SKU rationalization for underperforming or overstocked inventory.
• Oversee the flow of merchandise from vendor locations to Waterworks distribution centers, stores, or directly to clients.
• Work closely with the Made-to-Order and Assembly departments to manage component inventory and full product build purchase orders.
• Set clear vendor performance expectations and conduct monthly factory scorecard reviews to ensure on-time delivery.
• Build strong vendor partnerships and manage annual and quarterly production projections and capacity planning.
• Prepare and present business analyses to vendors and senior management during annual business review meetings.
• Collaborate with Product Development to plan and execute product deployments for new product launches.
• Coordinate with the Hospitality Team to fulfill large commercial and multi-residential project orders.
• Train and develop new planners and order management associates to ensure consistent operational excellence.

Skills: Merchandise Planning, Cost Management, Supplier Coordination, Process Improvement, Inventory Strategy, Vendor Management, Capacity Planning, Team Development

• Work experience in the retail business.
• Experience in demand planning and forecasting accuracy improvement initiatives.
• Proven track record in implementing or optimizing inventory replenishment systems and policies.
• Experience driving end-to-end supply chain visibility through process or system integration.
• Hands-on experience managing vendor performance and supplier scorecards.
• Knowledge of SKU rationalization and portfolio optimization techniques.
• Strong numbers and data analysis skills.
• Strong problem-solving and gap analysis.
• Ability to identify problems and come up with options for decision-making.
• Ability to coordinate and collaborate with multiple partners.
• Ability to clearly articulate ideas and deliver presentations.

Qualifications: BA in Retail Management with 4 years of Experience

• Inventory planning experience, preferably in CPG omnichannel.
• Experience leading a team and managing cross-functional projects.
• Experience improving forecast accuracy through statistical modeling or data-driven insights.
• Proven history of optimizing stock levels to balance service and working capital targets.
• Experience integrating inventory planning with sales, marketing, and eCommerce channels.
• Strong background in implementing KPIs and performance dashboards for supply chain visibility.
• Deep Excel modeling skills (shortcuts, forecasting, automated reporting, problem-solving tools).
• Solid grasp of vendor collaboration processes and supplier-managed inventory (SMI/VMI).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strategic planning mindset with the ability to link inventory decisions to business goals.
• High level of analytical curiosity and initiative to uncover operational improvement opportunities.

Qualifications: BS in Operations Management with 6 years of Experience

• Experience in the Food or CPG industry in supply chain or operations, with an APICS designation.
• Team leadership or management experience.
• Solid understanding of distribution or logistics.
• Solid understanding of inventory management best practices.
• Proven success in optimizing supply chain planning through data-driven decision-making.
• Hands-on experience managing supplier relationships to ensure on-time replenishment and order accuracy.
• Experience implementing demand forecasting models or tools (e.g., SAP IBP, Oracle, or NetSuite).
• Background in coordinating cross-departmental S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) processes.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to align planning objectives to business goals.
• Analytical problem-solving mindset with strong attention to numerical accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, coordinate, and collaborate cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• High adaptability and resilience under time-sensitive and high-demand environments.

Qualifications: BS in Supply Chain Management with 7 years of Experience

• Experience in either demand and supply planning, merchandising, or buying within the footwear space.
• Knowledge of different business operating models, such as Retail, Franchise, Factory, MCR, and Wholesale.
• Understanding of overall business operations and experience working with key distribution channels.
• Able to analyze trends and use the information to effectively plan and forecast.
• Proven success in balancing assortment and inventory levels to support seasonal and promotional strategies.
• Track record of implementing data-driven allocation and replenishment strategies to maximize sell-through.
• Strong understanding of margin management, open-to-buy planning, and profitability analysis.
• Strong computer skills with experience utilizing tools such as Data Warehouse/Data-Mart query, Microsoft Excel, SAP, MFP, Power BI, and Demand Manager.
• A strong team player who possesses strong communication skills and the ability to motivate and problem-solve to obtain both departmental and business objectives.
• Critical thinking and situational judgment in resolving stock or supply imbalances quickly.
• Proactive adaptability in responding to fast-changing market trends and consumer preferences.

Qualifications: BS in Manufacturing Systems Engineering with 5 years of Experience

• Experience in Inventory Management.
• APICS/ASCM, as well as APICS, CPIM, CPSM, or CPF certification.
• Proficiency with SAP ERP systems and SAP APO, and experience in SME.
• Experience with Kinaxis Rapid Response.
• Experience in demand planning, operations planning/scheduling, materials management, or supply chain planning.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives to improve forecast accuracy and supply responsiveness.
• Proven success in implementing integrated business planning (IBP) or S&OP frameworks.
• Track record of improving order fulfillment rates and reducing excess or obsolete inventory.
• Deep understanding of inventory cost structures and working capital optimization.
• Strong grasp of continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma or Kaizen.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications.
• Leadership in driving process improvement and cultivating team accountability.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with both internal and external customers.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to efficiently multitask, prioritize, and delegate.

Qualifications: BA in Business Administration with 9 years of Experience

• Planning, procurement, and/or supply chain experience in a LEAN environment.
• Experience working with Inventory planning.
• Experience in a supervisory/management role.
• Experience using an ERP processing system.
• Practical knowledge of LEAN business practices.
• Expertise in a finance and regulatory environment.
• Understanding of the industry and competitive landscape, updates self on industry initiatives and changes as they arise, and consults with the team on relevant information.
• Familiarity with risk-based inventory optimization and safety stock policies.
• Ability to communicate and make connections between finance and the rest of the organization (particularly supply chain).
• Ability to facilitate the introductions of cross-functional partnerships for team members.
• Strategic and financial acumen for aligning supply chain goals with organizational objectives.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and consensus-building abilities.
• Strong decision-making capability under data ambiguity or shifting priorities.

Qualifications: BA in Economics with 8 years of Experience

• Relevant experience, ideally basic/replenishment, CPG, DTC planning.
• Advanced Excel/modeling and presentation skills.
• Strong grasp of retail math and inventory concepts.
• Experience working with NetSuite.
• Experience implementing advanced planning solutions such as Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or S&OP frameworks that bridge demand, supply, and financial planning.
• Proven ability to optimize replenishment models through analytics and automation to drive service and inventory efficiency.
• Track record of collaborating with merchandising, finance, and logistics teams to streamline planning cycles.
• Experience developing standardized reporting templates and performance dashboards for inventory insights.
• Understanding of lifecycle management and phase-in/phase-out planning for product transitions.
• Familiarity with pricing and promotion impact analysis within replenishment and forecasting.
• Business storytelling and presentation fluency for senior leadership communication.
• Detail orientation combined with a strategic perspective on long-term planning.
• Collaborative problem-solving that drives consensus among cross-functional teams.

Qualifications: BA in International Business with 6 years of Experience