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Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp Senior Replenishment Analyst in Cincinnati, Ohio
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A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now!
THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING:
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Are you a driven Supply Chain professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, building customer relationships, and collaborating with great teams? Join Smithfield Foods, one of the country's top consumer packaged goods companies! We value each individual, our animals, the environment, and our communities.
As a Senior Replenishment Analyst, you will ensure product availability at Distribution Centers (DCs) and Stores to maximize Point-of-Sale (POS) opportunities while controlling Markup and Markdown (MUMD) costs. You will maintain key performance indicators, analyze in-stock performance, and identify opportunities for improvement. Your role includes creating accurate POS forecasts, managing order quantities, and training new employees.
You will facilitate communication between Category Planners and Replenishment Managers, dedicated to enhancing the business experience with Smithfield Foods and supporting sales growth. Join us and help foster relationships and achieve impactful results!
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
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- Forecasting and Analysis: You will use SAP, customer's replenishment system, and Excel to establish order forecasts, generating accurate order requirements and demand insights for Demand Planning. You will identify root cause problems in forecast accuracy and implement corrective actions to improve service levels and supply chain efficiencies. You will review orders against requirements, forecasts, and demand plans, making necessary corrections. Additionally, you will create presentations and reports to track KPIs, assist with new product setup and performance tracking, and run daily stock status reports to monitor inventory levels for each division.
- Inventory Management: You will manage the customer's in-stocks at the DC and store levels, balancing inventory against established cost thresholds. You will assist Category Planners in disposing of long inventory positions and work closely with sales to address any inventory concerns, such as overstock or slow-moving items. Additionally, you will advise on special promotions and recommend price points to help sell products efficiently.
- Communication and Collaboration: You will facilitate communications with the customer Replenishment team and Category Planners. You will participate in meetings with sales managers and replenishment managers, and lead or attend weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings with the customer's replenishment team. Additionally, you will identify root cause problems and recommend solutions to rectify issues.
WHAT WE'RE SEEKING:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform t