Inventory Planning Analyst

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION: 

The EMEA Inventory Planning Analyst plays a central and critical role in delivering EMEA business results through the planning and reservation of Finished Goods inventory. Inventory Planning is responsible for optimising order book fulfillment to service all New Balance channels of business, specifically DTC.   

The ideal candidate will develop strong relationships with the DTC team, demonstrating our key values; integrity, team-work and total customer satisfaction. Confidence in influencing others will be key to this role, with cross functional collaboration essential. 

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

• Proactive management of inventory and on-time order fulfilment (Sales Orders & Inventory Pools)  

• Analyse Inventory dashboards & reporting to take appropriate action  

• Optimise order fulfilment for various strategic and priority items to ensure on time in market launches and replenishment  

• Proactive and timely communication regarding supply constraints and orderbook fulfilment to stakeholders  

• Update and maintain sizing within Inventory Pools where overrides are required  

• Review and manage requests for Inventory Pool increases within lead time  

• Responsible for executing optimal delivery location for DTC Ecom and DTC Retail, in line with Inventory plans, including actioning warehouse transfers where relevant  

• With guidance from Inventory Planning Manager, review and maintain safety stock levels generated through Customer Service Levels and Weeks of Supply parameters  

• Prepare reporting to support & participate in monthly DTC Forecast & Fulfilment meetings and contribute in other relevant Operational meetings  

• Partner with Inventory Planning on expediting Finished Goods via various ship modes in partnership with Logistics, Customer Operations and Global Supply Planning (ie. Air Freight, Inventory Transfers, etc)  

• Maintain Demand Prioritisation Rules to execute business strategy and optimise order fulfilment of priority accounts in conjunction with Inventory Planning  

• This role reports into the Inventory Planning Manager 

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS: 

• Relevant number of years’ of related experience  

• Must have knowledge of inventory planning, sales process, demand planning and item life cycle management  

• Strong numeric acumen, written and verbal communication skills  

• Robust interpersonal skills with an emphasis on problem solving, managing conflicting objectives, dealing with multiple customers and competing priorities  

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and manage time, multiple tasks and deadlines effectively  

• Continuous improvement mindset to facilitate the recommendation of business process and system functionality enhancements within evolving business model   

• Occasional travel to our Amsterdam Office will be required  

• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word  

• Experience with Microsoft D365, o9 and/or Spotfire, a plus  

• APICS certification (or other relevant Supply Chain certification), a plus 

BENEFITS: 

• Discretionary Bonus Opportunity 

• Private Medical Insurance 

• Dental Scheme 

• Pension Scheme 

• Flexible Working Hours  

• Hybrid working (3 days on-site) 

• 25 days Annual Leave per year 

• Life Insurance 

• On Site Gym 

• Employee Discount 

• Flexibility to work 20 days from anywhere each year 

• Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support) 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment.  We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.

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