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Senior Inventory Analyst Job in Beaverton, VT
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Beaverton, VT
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Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
The Nike, Inc. Supply Chain team is the engine that propels product around the world. Supply Chain experts ensure that every year, almost a billion units of footwear, apparel and equipment arrive at the right place, at the right time. To ensure this complex job goes off without a hitch, Supply Chain teams work with a network of more than 50 distribution centers, thousands of accountants, and more than 100,000 retail stores worldwide — making the impossible happen every single day.
DescriptionAs our Sr. Inventory Analyst, you'll be a critical cross-functional voice to ensure North America has the right inventory, in the right amounts, at the right time. You will create and present monthly inventory forecasts, a clear signal of our operational health for internal and external stakeholders at all levels. Additionally, you will develop expertise in how we plan for and use our inventory, leveraging analytics to drive insights into the health of our inventory, furthering our overall understanding of our current and projected results. You will partner closely with operational teams to forecast Sales, Receipts, & Inventory (SRI) for our key distribution facilities in North America. You will also participate on projects and strategic initiatives that help to grow and improve the Nike Demand-Supply Management (DSM) organization cross-functionally. As a valued member of our global planning and inventory community, you will also create, utilize, and share ‘best practices.’ Other responsibilities will include driving improvements in reporting tools and partnering with stakeholder teams on issue resolution.Key AccountabilitiesUse advanced analytics and forecast modeling techniques to develop rolling 12-18 month inventory forecasts
Provide commentary and analysis regarding coverage including root cause analysis compared with relevant data points (e.g., prior month, seasonal impacts, budget, etc)
Develop insights into the changes in demand or supply of inventory compared with relevant data points (e.g. compared to targets, prior months, budgets, prior years, etc.)
Embrace LEAN and demonstrate our culture of continuous process innovation and improvement. Lead improvement efforts around forecasting processes and tools to ensure accuracy and efficiency of our inventory forecasts
Build & maintain meaningful partnership across many internal stakeholders to drive business results and resolve issue
Lead partnerships with global business partners to ensure Nike, Inc. maintains key advantages in forecasting and analytics
Consistently develop expertise in functional skills through training and mentorship
Influence others and achieve consensus when discussing and presenting opportunities
Own, escalate and resolve issues quickly
Positive, can-do attitude that lifts the collective team
QualificationsBachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Computer Science or related field
5 plus years of planning (retail, inventory, sales, etc.), analytics, forecasting, operations, or related work experience
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Understanding of retail value chains, planning processes, and operations preferred
A love for analytics and data. Knowledge of analytical tools and languages including Alteryx, Teradata, Tableau, R, SQL, SAS a plus
Curious and self-motivated, dedicated to improving one’s self and the organization
Interest in telling stories, both written and verbal
Understanding of SAP systems, Cognos and TM1 a plus
Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines in a team environment
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
Job ID 00433193
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
The Nike, Inc. Supply Chain team is the engine that propels product around the world. Supply Chain experts ensure that every year, almost a billion units of footwear, apparel and equipment arrive at the right place, at the right time. To ensure this complex job goes off without a hitch, Supply Chain teams work with a network of more than 50 distribution centers, thousands of accountants, and more than 100,000 retail stores worldwide — making the impossible happen every single day.
DescriptionAs our Sr. Inventory Analyst, you'll be a critical cross-functional voice to ensure North America has the right inventory, in the right amounts, at the right time. You will create and present monthly inventory forecasts, a clear signal of our operational health for internal and external stakeholders at all levels. Additionally, you will develop expertise in how we plan for and use our inventory, leveraging analytics to drive insights into the health of our inventory, furthering our overall understanding of our current and projected results. You will partner closely with operational teams to forecast Sales, Receipts, & Inventory (SRI) for our key distribution facilities in North America. You will also participate on projects and strategic initiatives that help to grow and improve the Nike Demand-Supply Management (DSM) organization cross-functionally. As a valued member of our global planning and inventory community, you will also create, utilize, and share ‘best practices.’ Other responsibilities will include driving improvements in reporting tools and partnering with stakeholder teams on issue resolution.Key AccountabilitiesUse advanced analytics and forecast modeling techniques to develop rolling 12-18 month inventory forecasts
Provide commentary and analysis regarding coverage including root cause analysis compared with relevant data points (e.g., prior month, seasonal impacts, budget, etc)
Develop insights into the changes in demand or supply of inventory compared with relevant data points (e.g. compared to targets, prior months, budgets, prior years, etc.)
Embrace LEAN and demonstrate our culture of continuous process innovation and improvement. Lead improvement efforts around forecasting processes and tools to ensure accuracy and efficiency of our inventory forecasts
Build & maintain meaningful partnership across many internal stakeholders to drive business results and resolve issue
Lead partnerships with global business partners to ensure Nike, Inc. maintains key advantages in forecasting and analytics
Consistently develop expertise in functional skills through training and mentorship
Influence others and achieve consensus when discussing and presenting opportunities
Own, escalate and resolve issues quickly
Positive, can-do attitude that lifts the collective team
QualificationsBachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Computer Science or related field
5 plus years of planning (retail, inventory, sales, etc.), analytics, forecasting, operations, or related work experience
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Understanding of retail value chains, planning processes, and operations preferred
A love for analytics and data. Knowledge of analytical tools and languages including Alteryx, Teradata, Tableau, R, SQL, SAS a plus
Curious and self-motivated, dedicated to improving one’s self and the organization
Interest in telling stories, both written and verbal
Understanding of SAP systems, Cognos and TM1 a plus
Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines in a team environment
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
Job ID 00433193