Demand Analyst
Role Overview
Support and continuously improve inventory forecasting and replenishment across the distribution network.
Develop accurate short- and long-term forecasts, improve planning processes, and support inventory turns and order fill rates.
Works cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Merchandising, Marketing, Product Management, vendors, and member stores.
Reports to the Demand Planning Manager; no direct reports. Travel is very limited.
The stated work location is Fort Wayne, Indiana, on-site.
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Position summary
Support and continuously improve inventory forecasting and replenishment across the distribution network.
Develop accurate short- and long-term forecasts, improve planning processes, and support inventory turns and order fill rates.
Works cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Merchandising, Marketing, Product Management, vendors, and member stores.
Reports to the Demand Planning Manager; no direct reports. Travel is very limited.
The stated work location is Fort Wayne, Indiana, on-site.
Key responsibilities
- Develop and manage short- and long-term demand forecasts to optimize inventory across Retail Service Centers.
- Lead Category S&OP reviews with Product Management and present outcomes and insights to Merchandising leadership.
- Monitor system alerts and adjust demand and supply plans.
- Maintain JDA / Blue Yonder Demand Planning item master data, including DFUs and Demand Units.
- Analyze and adjust item-level forecasts across departments and categories.
- Provide forecast order projections to Merchandise Managers and vendor partners.
- Support new item introductions through forecast development and launch work.
- Recommend process improvements for forecast accuracy and planning efficiency.
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business, mathematics, supply chain, or a related field, or equivalent supply chain planning or analytics experience.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Strong analytical ability to interpret data and translate insights into action.
- Collaborative and team-oriented; willing to challenge assumptions and propose innovative solutions.
- Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and hands-on approach.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience with demand forecasting software, preferably JDA / Blue Yonder.
- Prior experience in supply chain planning, demand forecasting, or inventory management.
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI.
- Attention to detail, problem-solving, organization, multitasking, communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to learn forecasting and replenishment systems quickly; creative, service-oriented approach.
- Basic knowledge of hardware or home improvement products.
Benefits
- Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, profit sharing, bonus opportunities, retirement funding, education reimbursement, health club reimbursement, and career advancement opportunities.
- Relocation assistance is not available; candidates should be able to work in Fort Wayne without relocation support.
About Do it Best
Do it Best is a member-owned home improvement cooperative based in Fort Wayne and serves member-owned locations in the United States and more than 60 other countries.
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