Director of Demand Planning & Analysis

Join to apply for the Director of Demand Planning & Analysis role at '47This range is provided by '47. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$140,000.00/yr - $165,000.00/yrLocation: Greater Boston Area; Monday-Thursday in office requiredDirector of Demand Planning & AnalysisThe Director of Demand Planning & Analysis, reporting to the VP Key Accounts, is responsible for creating, maintaining, managing, and sharing forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation. Forecasts are developed by incorporating statistical calculations and inputs from the customer, sales, and other sources as it relates to volumes, seasonality, and product mix.Basic FunctionsDevelop demand forecasts (operational forecasts) for business areas as directedReview historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data, develop statistical forecast models and evaluate forecast resultsInteract with sales, marketing, and customers to understand demand forecast driversUtilize a collaborative and consensus approach to obtain and ensure that current and accurate information is used for demand forecastsMaintain inventory targets by product category and customer, while ensuring supply is adjusted monthly to support inventory goalsLead a team of analysts to identify and bring awareness to trends, successes, opportunities and concerns to internal stakeholdersJob FunctionsCreate statistical forecasts for seasonal selling and replenishment programsGather, analyze and validate dataReview resulting statistical forecast modelApply error analysis techniques to improve forecastingReview sales plan, customer forecast and demand driversReview promotional plans with salesReview and maintain customer provided forecast data against the base statistical forecast to identify opportunities for forecast improvementAchieve consensus for operational demand forecasts by facilitating a collaborative planning process with sales, marketing and customersPrepare relevant material to facilitate research and discussionSupport and participate in Sales and Operations Planning meetingsMonitor and analyze sales reports from key retail accountsMonitor trends in seasonality and promotional opportunitiesAnalyze weekly customer reports (POS), historical movement and seasonality/trends to analyze accounts and make recommendations for customer buys.Prepare and maintain relevant reports pertaining to demand planningQualifications5 to 7 years' experience in demand planning, replenishment planning, forecasting, merchandising, and sales planningStrong analytical, organizational and decision-making skillsStrong interpersonal skills are essential to effectively interact with all teams, area and levels of business affecting the forecast processProficiency in statistics, forecasting, and forecasting methods with an understanding of financial and operational impactsAdvanced in Microsoft Excel, Blue Cherry experience a plusAbout '47'47 is a premium sports lifestyle brand founded in 1947, rooted in family values, craftsmanship, and a passion for sports culture. Known for iconic headwear and apparel, '47 partners with the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, and more than 900 collegiate programs. Our products blend sport, style, and authenticity, making us a leader in fan gear and lifestyle fashion.At '47, we celebrate creativity, teamwork, and a relentless drive for innovation. We are committed to delivering the highest-quality products to our consumers while fostering a culture where employees can thrive, grow, and make a meaningful impact.Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionApparel & FashionJ-18808-Ljbffr