Forecast Planning Manager manages the organization's forecast planning function using inventory levels, production speed, and product demand to estimate output. Gathers and evaluates data to develop solutions for increasing production. Being a Forecast Planning Manager may work with vendors, customers, and other departments within the organization to determine optimal inventory levels. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Forecast Planning Manager typically reports to a director or head of a unit/department. The Forecast Planning Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Forecast Planning Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
SUMMARY: OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE will work cross functionally. The candidate must be organized and be able to track and process data entries that need processing daily. Must be able to thrive in a fast pace, ever changing environment. Successful candidate will have a spirt of teamwork, organization and being able to think outside the box to present solutions to keep production on track to prevent delivery slides.
Role Description
This is a full-time Operations Associate role at The Forecast Agency located in Los Angeles, CA, with flexibility for some remote work. The Operations Associate will be responsible for day-to-day operational tasks, including data analysis, report generation, and project coordination. This hybrid role requires the associate to be located in Los Angeles, but some work from home is acceptable.
Daily functions included but not limited to:
⁃ SALES ORDER AND PURCHASE ORDER ENTRIES
⁃ EDI IMPORT
⁃ ITEM/SKU MAINTENANCE & UPDATES
⁃ NETSUITE – INTERNAL ORDER UPDATES
⁃ ORDER MANAGEMENT / BUY SHEETS
⁃ PRODUCTION TRACKER REVIEWS WITH CROSS FUNCTIONAL TEAM
⁃ TAILORED REPORTS – MEMORIZED/SCHEDULED REPORTS. SALES/OPEN ORDERS.
⁃ INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
⁃ FACTORY BLANK INVENTORY
⁃ FINISHED GOODS REPORTS FOR SALES
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