Category Product Specialist

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Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate stock to sales at stores; update system parameters to make adjustments of inventory flow.
• Analyze historical data and current trends to identify opportunities/risks by stores at the quantity and item level.
• Assist in development of allocation strategies to support seasonal replenishment needs.
• Analyze seasonal sales trends to provide updated recommendations on allocation strategy.
• Provide reporting/analysis on stores in-stock position.
• Monitor aging inventory levels in warehouse/stores and communicate inventory risks to cross functional teams.
• Make recommendations to minimize product waste and stock outs in stores.
• Support stores operations requests related to inventory flow and special order requests.
• Provide updates on warehouse inventory out-of-stocks and product issues to stores operations teams.
• Collaborate and align on shipping/delivery schedules with stores operations and warehouse teams.
• Build out inventory levels for new stores openings.
• Support optimizing the balance between selling and stock for the concept across regions.
• Optimize stock balance between new and previous seasons with allocation and replenishment tools.
• Support planning sales activity and reductions in close collaboration with Managers of Inventory Planning.
• Performs special projects as assigned by management.
• Responsible for identifying opportunities to enhance technology and innovation that will improve departmental effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, Engineering or related field; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of degree,
• Minimum 2 years of experience in retail business,
• Proficient with MS Excel with aptitude to learn new systems quickly,
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with solid organizational and time management skills; exceptional attention to detail,
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with cross-functional teams,
• Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and manage change efficiently, proactively and in a positive manner.

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