Jamahl Fitz

• Enhanced demand forecasting accuracy across multiple distribution channels through in-depth analysis of historical sales and consumption data
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams during sales and operations meetings to evaluate performance and recommend strategic corrective actions
• Delivered targeted ad-hoc analytics and operational insights to drive data-driven decision-making in forecasting process
• Analyzed market trends and demand drivers to produce accurate forecast data and build robust statistical models
• Spearheaded development and implementation of innovative solutions to improve demand forecasting precision and business outcomes

• Analyzed, planned, and executed procurement of materials from suppliers to maintain balance between supply and demand, ensuring an uninterrupted material flow
• Maintained part planning variables (safety stock, order quantities, lead times, forecasts) to meet customer needs and support inventory targets
• Monitored open purchase/production orders, ensuring on-time delivery and proactively mitigating potential future supply issues
• Resolved PO to invoice discrepancies, managed returns, and addressed quality concerns with suppliers
• Negotiated pricing with suppliers and requested quotations to achieve cost-effective procurement
• Collaborated with internal/external customers, providing solutions, resources, and alternative supply options to enhance customer service

• Managed open-to-buy strategies and collaborated with merchandising team to develop seasonal assortments that drove sales and maximized profitability
• Conducted business analysis to track selling trends and identify key opportunities in merchandise assortments
• Partnered with management on development and execution of merchandising and promotional strategies
• Drove business growth through inventory management and development of actionable plans for maximizing results
• Provided detailed selling hindsight on weekly, monthly, quarterly, and seasonal basis to highlight key performance insights

• Created and maintained demand plans and corporate forecasts for assigned business units, ensuring alignment with customer and product needs
• Set demand and inventory targets to meet category and company business objectives
• Partnered with Merchandising, Sales, and Production teams to execute seasonal strategies and support strategic business goals
• Conducted scenario planning and trend analysis to improve demand forecasting accuracy
• Led weekly demand planning meetings, integrating feedback from Sales, Product Development, and Product Management
• Developed unique promotional strategies to lower inventory levels and increase profit margins

Executed seasonal buys and strategically planned store assortments to optimize inventory flow

• Analyzed historical sales data to provide business planning recommendations and identify emerging trends
• Produced global sales reports for leadership, providing insights across daily, weekly, monthly, and annual periods
• Collaborated with supply chain team to address replenishment and transportation challenges
• Partnered with product teams to enhance new product launch forecasts, increasing product success rates
• Worked with business partners to identify opportunities to increase revenue, maximize efficiency, and reduce expenses, particularly in Ecommerce and International divisions