Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) Analyst

Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) Analyst    Location: Mebane, NC Base Salary Rate: $87,095.00 - $102,465.00 Job type: Full-time   About This Role The CPFR Analyst supports collaborative planning, forecasting, and replenishment activities with key retailers or E-commerce customers to improve forecast accuracy, product availability, and inventory performance. This role works closely with Sales, Customer Service, Supply Planning, and customer supply chain teams to analyze demand trends, identify risks and opportunities, and maintain accurate forecasts. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with customer-facing relationship management skills and a deep understanding of retailer or e-commerce demand drivers, digital promotions, marketplace dynamics, and omnichannel fulfillment strategies. Key Responsibilities   Develop and maintain strong relationships with key retail partners to facilitate effective collaboration and communication. Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement. Create and manage accurate demand forecasts and replenishment plans to ensure optimal inventory levels. Monitor and evaluate the performance of retail or e-commerce accounts, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions. Creation and maintenance of CPFR reports and dashboards to provide insights to internal teams and retail partners. Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and supply chain, to align strategies and ensure seamless execution. Utilize advanced analytics tools and techniques to enhance forecasting accuracy and inventory management. Provide regular reports and insights to senior management on the performance of online retail accounts. Lead monthly Demand Review meetings and contribute to Executive SIOP discussions with actionable insights and risk assessments. Drive integration across SIOP to ensure synchronized decision-making and resource allocation. Promote continuous improvement in SIOP processes, leveraging digital tools and analytics.   Basic Qualifications   Bachelor’s Degree 2+ years of experience in CPFR/E-Commerce planning, Demand Planning, Customer Supply Chain, Logistics, Inventory Management, Sales Operations, or an analytical business role.   Preferred Qualifications   Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Operations, Finance, Economics, Statistics, or a related field preferred. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Ability to interpret data and identify meaningful business insights. Strong communication, presentation and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Self-starter and contributor. Experience working with major retailers, e-commerce or customer replenishment teams. Exposure to forecasting, demand planning, inventory management, or customer supply chain functions. Understanding SIOP methodology and demand planning best practices. Knowledge of retail replenishment, inventory planning, or CPFR/E-commerce concepts. Experience with SAP, Oracle, Blue Yonder, or comparable planning systems; Kinaxis preferred. CSCP or IBF certification a plus.