DaySpring Sr. Demand and Inventory Planner

Company: Hallmark
Location: Fayetteville
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

**DaySpring Sr. Demand and Inventory Planner****Location:** Siloam Springs, AR, US, 72761 DaySpring, a subsidiary of Hallmark Cards, is a leading marketer and distributor of Christian products and gifts. DaySpring products are sold in Christian retail stores, mass market and internet retailers, card and gift stores, and other outlets in the United States and 60 countries worldwide. Through Mary & Martha, DaySprings Direct to Sales company, we offer independent consultants an opportunity to build a business, build others and live out their faith. Based in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, DaySpring employs over 260, offers more than 6,000 products, and touches more than one billion people annually. Our vision: We want to see every person experience and express the life-changing message of Gods love.The purpose of the Supply Chain Organization is to create a competitive advantage for DaySpring through purchasing, planning and distributing products and services which provide a lasting value to our customers. Our culture embodies taking ownership, collaboration across boundaries, and continually anticipating/adapting to our changing environments. The Sr. Demand and Inventory Planner is responsible for leading the process that develops a consensus forecast that is based on historical data, customer demand, future planned activities, internal/external factors and input from key business partners. The output of the process is a unit by month level demand forecast that supports the DaySpring business strategy. **RESPONSIBILITIES**- Using historical demand, applying macro-trends to generate a statistical demand plan.- Works collaboratively with the Distribution Channels Representatives applying qualitative data i.e. sales & promotions, kits and market intuition to develop the aggregate consensus demand plan. - Works collaboratively with the Distribution Channel Representatives to reconcile the consensus demand plan to the corporate gross sales plan.- Compiles and presents the reconciled demand plan to the Distribution Channel Leaders for approval- Measures and reports on demand forecast accuracy on a monthly basis.- Other reasonably related duties as assigned.**REQUIREMENTS**To be considered an applicant for this position you must show how you meet the Basic Qualifications of the job in a resume or document you upload, or in the application fields. Preferred file types are: doc, docx, pdf, htm and html. Accepted also are: txt, pdt, xls, mov, jpg, swf, mp3, and zip. No other file types accepted.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS* Bachelors Degree* 3 or more years of experience in demand planning/inventory management PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS* Bachelors degree in Supply Chain/Logistics or similar relevant field* CSCP Supply Chain Professional Certification* Ability to analyze data, but also communicate effectively to bridge with their channel partners. * Ability to understand the big picture, but able to work on the small details that roll up to create and support that picture.* Ability to understand and demonstrate continuous improvement; can recognize needed improvements and work to implement them into the process.* Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)* Understanding of and appreciation for DaySpring missionIn compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Hallmark Cards, Inc. and its subsidiary companies will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Hallmark does not generally provide sponsorship for employment. Employment by Hallmark is contingent upon the signing of the Employment Agreement, signing of an agreement to arbitrate in connection with the Hallmark Dispute Resolution Program, completing Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification and satisfactory reference checks.**BENEFITS**In addition to competitive salaries (and bonuses to eligible employees), our comprehensive benefits package reflects the values and culture of our company while supporting the needs of our team members. * Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental and vision plan* Flex Spending for health care* Company-paid life and disability insurance* Employee Savings Plan - 401(k) with company match* Profit Sharing Plan* Wellness Reimbursement* Paid time off program (PTO) combining vacation, illness and other absence into a generous bank of time and 8 paid holidays* Employee Assistance Program* Adoption assistance program* Opportunities to further develop your skills and education* Company-sponsored volunteer opportunities plus paid time off for volunteer work* Company-paid holidays (8 annually)* Tuition assistanceDaySpring is an equal opportunity employer. Disability/Veteran. Principals only please. COVID-19. DaySpring puts its employee health and safety first with social distancing and mandatory face-masking and daily temperature check protocols in place.

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