Ashley S.
People Leader and Culture Creator within the Retail space.
- Role
- Demand Forecast Analyst at Five Below
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ashley S.
With over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry, I bring a diverse and…
Experience
Demand Forecast Analyst
Jan 2025 — Present · Philadelphia, PA, US
Develop and execute allocation strategies to ensure optimal inventory levels for new products, and samplesAnalyze sales forecasts, historical trends, and product lifecycles to anticipate inventory needs and mitigate stock outs or overstock situationsWork closely with product development, marketing, sales, buying, and demand planning teams to align on upcoming product launches, sample requests, and initial build strategiesMonitor days on hand metrics and report out any potential out of stocks in a proactive mannerEnsure alignment between demand forecasts and inventory plans, adjusting allocations based on real-time feedback from stakeholdersCollaborate with the procurement team to optimize order quantities and manage lead times for innovation productsMonitor and analyze inventory performance, including turnover rates, order fill rates, and stock-outs, and report findings to leadershipUtilize inventory management systems to track product availability and identify trends or issues requiring corrective actionsDevelop and maintain inventory allocation reports for regular review, identifying opportunities for process improvementsContinuously assess and improve inventory management processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy in the allocation process Collaborate with cross functional partners to come up with the best strategy for the Sports team
Education
Clark Atlanta University
Fashion Merchandising
The University of Alabama
Bachelor of Science
Lipscomb University
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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