Supply Chain Operations and Planning Analyst - Hybrid

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Supply Chain Operations & Planning Analyst to join our Supply Chain Team. This fast-paced, dynamic role offers exposure across operations, forecasting, S&OP, store fulfillment, and inventory management for a rapidly growing pet specialty retailer. The position partners closely with merchandising, demand and inventory management, order management, product development, procurement, distribution, logistics, and vendors.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations. They are a driver of change—comfortable challenging the status quo, introducing new ideas, and leveraging advanced integrated supply chain planning systems to improve forecasting accuracy, strengthen supply/demand alignment, and enhance overall network efficiency

Responsibilities/Qualifications

• Develop and prepare key performance reports across the DC network and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Forecast, order and analyze inventory data to optimize product flow between distribution centers and stores.
• Utilize advanced integrated supply chain planning systems to support forecasting, inventory optimization, lifecycle management, and supply/demand balancing.
• Support demand forecasting processes by analyzing historical trends, promotional impacts, and seasonal patterns.
• Contribute to the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process by preparing inputs, identifying risks and opportunities, and ensuring alignment across cross-functional partners.
• Recommend and manage optimal inventory levels to maximize in-stock performance at the lowest possible cost.
• Support product lifecycle management, including phase-in/phase-out processes for new and discontinued items.
• Facilitate and lead weekly product lifecycle meetings across all categories.
• Reduce discontinued, obsolete, and excess inventory across the network.
• Monitor planning and execution system inputs/outputs to ensure accurate, error-free execution.
• Lead and support supply chain efficiency projects, including initiatives that improve product flow, reduce waste, increase forecast accuracy, streamline processes, and enhance overall network performance.
• Maintain strong communication and alignment with key business partners, including merchandising, operations, and distribution.
• Troubleshoot availability issues, resolve supply/demand imbalances, and recommend inventory management solutions.
• Manage multiple priorities and deliver concise, fact-based recommendations to support business decisions.
  
  

PAWsome Supply Chain Operations and Planning Analyst Candidates will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2 years of experience in inventory management, planning, procurement, logistics, or forecasting.
• Strong problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with retail or distribution systems preferred.
• APICS CSCP certification or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt preferred.
• Experience supporting S&OP cycles, forecasting processes, or supply chain efficiency initiatives preferred.
• Exposure to integrated supply chain planning platforms, such as advanced planning systems, machine-learning-supported forecasting tools, or end-to-end planning suites preferred.
  
  

About Company

Pet Supplies Plus is focused on making it easier to get better products for your pet. With over 730 locations in 44 states, the stores have a streamlined design making it easy to navigate a wide assortment of natural foods, hard goods and pet services. Friendly, knowledgeable staff get to know each pet and their owner by name and provide playful store experiences to remind them just how fun it is to own a pet. Pet Supplies Plus stores are large enough to house an incredible variety of food and equipment, yet small enough to still feel neighborly.

Pet Supplies Plus is ranked No. 21 overall in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2024 Franchise 500® list and is the Top Full-Service Pet Supplies Franchise for its exceptional performance in areas including financial strength and stability, growth rate and system size. For more information, please visit www.petsuppliesplus.com .

EOE STATEMENT

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.