Job Description
The Planner is responsible for end-to-end planning and inventory management for the Accessories portfolio. This role develops demand plans using device sales and attach-rate assumptions, manages supply against inventory targets, and partners with cross-functional teams and vendors to support product availability, business initiatives, and life-cycle planning.
Develop and maintain demand forecasts for the Accessories portfolio using historical sales, device sales trends, attach-rate assumptions, and other business inputs.
Monitor actual sales performance versus forecast and adjust plans as needed to support customer demand and improve forecast accuracy.
Conduct scenario planning to evaluate risks and opportunities related to demand shifts, attach-rate changes, promotions, and supply constraints.
Manage inventory to weeks-of-supply (WoS) targets, balancing in-stock objectives with excess inventory risk and vendor lead-times.
Develop and execute purchase plans to support forecasted demand, inventory targets, promotions, and product transitions.
Support new product introductions (NPIs), end-of-life (EOL) transitions, and other product life-cycle planning activities across the Accessories portfolio.
Submit vendor forecasts and lead vendor calls to support supply alignment and continuity.
Prepare and deliver weekly reporting on WoS, inventory health, forecast performance, risks, and opportunities to support business decision-making.
Partner with Procurement, Supply Chain, Merchandising, Operations, and vendors to align forecasts, supply plans, and inventory strategies.
Communicate supply risks, forecast gaps, and business impacts to stakeholders and recommend mitigation actions.
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Required Skills & Experience
Experience in demand planning, supply planning, inventory planning, or related supply chain disciplines.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to build models, perform scenario analysis, and translate data into recommendations.
Strong Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Demonstrated ability to lead vendor meetings and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Finance, Operations, or related field.
Experience in retail, consumer electronics, accessories, or wireless/device-related planning.
Experience supporting promotions, NPIs, and EOL transitions.
Familiarity with ERP, planning, or inventory management systems.
Experience with reporting and visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.