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Work Where You Matter: At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive. Company Overview:
Oversees the analysis, processes and monitoring of the sales and demand forecast to support sales and inventory goals. Collaborates with the Inventory Management, Merchandise Planning and Merchandising teams to develop and execute item, store, and distribution center forecasts. Provides strategic leadership in the design and development of demand planning systems and processes.
Job Details:- Develops and deploys forecast strategy. Works with planning team on macro forecasting. (40%)
- Manages seasonality trends. (10%)
- Manages macro promotion and event activity. (10%)
- Manages the new store forecasting process, and supports the new and discontinued item forecasting process. (10%)
- Manages the execution of the forecasting system and macro level system alerts. (5%)
- Provides subject matter expertise, training and support to the Demand Chain team. (5%)
- Supports vendor collaboration (forecast data). (5%)
- Provides key performance indicator (KPI) reporting to various business partners. (5%)
- HR responsibilities include managing analysts to include selection, training, performance management, and development for movement within department/organization. (10%)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong leadership skills; ability to develop and manage people, processes and systems
- Ability to deliver expected quantitative and qualitative results
- Ability to work cross-functionally
- Ability to communicate effectively across all levels
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office, SharePoint and database applications
- Working knowledge of forecasting methodology
Work Experience and/or Education:
- Bachelor's degree in business management, finance or related field and eight years experience in supply chain, inventory management or demand planning required, with direct experience supervising others. Direct experience in the retail industry or associated value chain required. Knowledge of the demand forecasting/planning systems preferred. Aldata G.O.L.D. knowledge preferred.
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