Financial Planning & Analysis Senior Analyst
48forty SolutionsSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
RetailIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Analytics, or related field
- 5 years relevant work history in a related area
- 3–5 years of experience in replenishment, forecasting, supply chain analytics, or related functions
- Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) preferred
- Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional partnership skills
- Demonstrates up-to-date expertise and applies it to developing, executing, and improving action plans by providing expert advice and guidance to others, supporting and aligning efforts to meet customer and business needs, and building commitment for perspectives and rationales
- Proven experience with the implementation of business solutions by building relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders, identifying business needs, determining and carrying out necessary processes and practices, monitoring progress and results, recognizing and capitalizing on improvement opportunities, and adapting to competing demands, organizational changes, and new responsibilities
- Embraces change by demonstrating curiosity and a growth mindset, fostering an environment that supports learning, innovation, and intelligent risk-taking, and exhibiting resilience in the face of setbacks
- Drives digital transformation and change by seeking and implementing continuous improvements and encouraging the team to leverage new digital tools and ways of working
- Demonstrates strategic thinking by adopting a holistic perspective that considers data, analytics, customer insights, and different parts of the business when making plans and shaping the team's strategy
Responsibilities
- Analyze sales, forecast accuracy, and supply chain performance to optimize replenishment parameters (order points, safety stock, lead times)
- Identify in-stock risks and root causes for inventory imbalances; recommend corrective actions to reduce out-of-stocks, overstocks, and unproductive inventory
- Partner with suppliers, merchants, and supply chain teams to ensure product flow aligns with demand signals and promotional activity
- Support development and enhancement of replenishment systems and tools by providing analytical insights and user feedback
- Lead or participate in process improvement projects to streamline ordering, reduce manual interventions, and enhance forecast reliability
- Collaborate with Technology and Operations teams to test and implement system updates or automation initiatives impacting inventory flow
- Serve as the key replenishment contact for assigned categories, working closely with Merchandising, Planning, and Store Operations to balance service and inventory goals
- Translate merchandising and supply chain strategies into actionable replenishment plans
- Develop and maintain dashboards or reporting to track key replenishment metrics (in-stock %, weeks of supply, forecast accuracy, inventory turnover)
- Present insights and recommendations to leadership and business partners to drive informed decision-making
- Stay current on replenishment best practices, tools, and methodologies to enhance team capabilities
Skills
sales analysis
forecast accuracy
supply chain performance
replenishment parameters
order points
safety stock
lead times
inventory management
in-stock optimization
dashboards
reporting
forecasting
SQL
Excel
Tableau
Walmart
Global retail chain offering affordable products
About Walmart
Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.
Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans
Risks
Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.
Differentiation
Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.
Upsides
Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.
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