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What will you do?

A day in the life of a Demand Planning Analyst at JanSport looks a little like this.

As the Demand Planning Analyst, you will be responsible for analyzing historical data, identifying current trends, and opportunities to develop unconstrained demand forecasts. You will share these forecasts with cross functional teams including finance, sales, and merchandising. Forecasts will impact seasonal purchasing and in-season inventory management.

Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

+ Generate seasonal forecasts at various levels (top downs / bottoms up) using historical data, trend inputs, account plans, and product lifecycles.

+ Consolidate global regional demand to inform supply chain of future needs related to materials, vendor capacity, and buy timing.

+ Generate seasonal forecasts at various levels (top downs / bottoms up) using historical data, trend inputs, account plans, and product lifecycles.

+ Assist in the creation and tracking of the financial forecast.

For assigned categories, provide forecasts and other inputs into consensus demand planning process which leveraging partnership across includes sales, merchandising, product, and finance teams.

+ Provide seasonal demand reporting to key stakeholders on an ongoing basis.

+ Responsible for maintaining forecast in system at style / color and monthly level

+ Measure forecast accuracy utilizing agreed upon KPI’s

+ Prepare forecast reporting and demand planning metrics for S&OP meetings.

+ Partner closely with supply planning counterparts to determine monthly buy guidelines and align on inventory risks.

+ Assist in the tracking of the financial forecast in comparison to demand forecasts.

+ Provide seasonal demand reporting to key stakeholders on an ongoing basis.

+ Proactively develop ad hoc analyses and recommendations to support business objectives. related, but not limited to, shipping, inventory, sku efficiency, systems and process.

+ Provide key inputs into the S&OP process.

+ Demonstrate product expertise for the seasonal lines.

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your 1+ years of experience and professional achievements.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

+ Ability to understand, assess, & problem solve by leveraging technical and analytical skills

+ Ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team environment

+ Proven ability to multi-task effectively

+ Advanced Excel Skills (pivot tables, macro’s). Experience in other analytical tools a plus.

+ Understanding of reporting tools (Tableau/Brio)

+ Self-starter with excellent follow through

+ Excellent attention to detail

+ **_Location requirement: Jersey City, New Jersey. Hybrid schedule, minimum of 3 days in office._**

There are also a few skills that are not required but preferred.

+ Experience in a Corporate Supply Chain environment; demand or supply planning desired.

+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from four-year college or university (preferred concentration in Engineering, Supply Chain or Business Management)

+ Forecasting System experience, a plus

+ APICS or Six-Sigma Certifications are a plus

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in

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Hiring Range** **:

$65,120.00 USD - $81,400.00 USD annually

**Incentive Potential** : This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

**Benefits at VF Corporation** : You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking **Looking to Join VF?** Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

_P_** **_lease note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws._

_At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at_ [email protected]_ _. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law._

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VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world.VF is an equal employment opportunity/ affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.