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IT'SUGAR Replenishment Specialist in Corporate Office, Florida
IT’S Fun, IT’S Flexible, IT’S Entertaining, IT’S Bringing the Fun Back into Retail
Want to be part of a fast-growing and SWEET company? Join the team at our Home Office located in Downtown Fort Lauderdale! The position is a hybrid role. Come join the fun!
Who we are...
IT’SUGAR was founded to create an environment that fosters the greatest feeling of happiness and humor; that allows you to smile and laugh out loud without judgment. Expanding rapidly, with over 100 locations nationwide, IT’SUGAR aspires to a future where everyone has access to the pure joy that comes from indulging in a world with fewer rules and more sugar.
There are three major things that differentiate IT’SUGAR from other candy retailers. One is the product – an unconventional twist on traditional candy store goods that focus on the humorous and outlandish. Second is the ambiance – full of bright colors, loud music, and lighthearted rebellion. Third is the people – passionate, optimistic, and energetic.
Replenishment Specialist/Analysts partner with a variety of cross-functional teams including Merchandising Planning, Merchandising, Marketing, Suppliers, Logistics and Store Operations to manage product inventory replenishment throughout our entire company. You will follow current replenishment policies and practices in support of our in-stock and inventory productivity targets as well as driving meaningful change throughout our growing company!
This position is HIGHLY analytical in nature, leveraging a wide array of current and future technology. Advanced data manipulation and problem-solving skills are required in this fast-paced position. The role is designed specifically for a recent college graduate or a candidate with retail background that is looking to advance their career in an exciting environment focused on fostering continued growth, education, and opportunity.
What you’ll do? IT’S Exciting!
Candy Diplomacy
Be the go-to liaison between the Home Office, Stores, and Supplier Partners
Optimize inventory levels through intelligent replenishment and inventory balancing techniques
Partner with Compliance and Inventory Control for any inventory-related challenges
Actively follow-up on all open purchase orders and tracking to ensure timely delivery to stores
Reconcile, clean-up and communicate all past due purchase orders to the Team
Participate in a variety of OneBBX Culture-Building Opportunities
Begin to participate in cross-functional team assignments and meetings
Begin to participate in supplier partner meetings
Sweet Strategy
Use your keen understanding of business operations and intelligence to support and enhance our sales strategy
Participate in regular weekly Team meetings to share knowledge, discuss the overall business trends, opportunities and risks, and develop actions to drive the business
Assist in the identification of product inventory opportunities and risks
Provide detailed review of inventory stockouts and develop actionable correction strategies
Conduct regular store visits to evaluate merchandise presentation, inventory levels and flow, offering support to all operational initiatives and adjustments
Assist in regular assortment evaluation and review
Assist with creation and distribution of a variety of weekly reporting as assigned
Performance Confections
Dive into data analytics to understand and improve upon success metrics
Track the performance of product styles and assist in future demand forecasting
Craft messages and reports that present clear and compelling results
Build upon an understanding of a wide variety of store size/types/volumes/capacities
Deadline Delicacies
Manage deadlines like a pro through effective time-management
Ensure store delivery logistics meet the demand for the company
Assist in flawless execution of product launches in partnership with Marketing, Merchandising, Suppliers and Logistics
Layer and reprioritize tasks based on urgency and impact while remaining cool under pressure
What you need to join the fun! (besides SUGAR)
MUST have 2+ years of Retail Store Experience (Retail Leadership experience is a plus!)
MUST have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Mathematics, Data Analytics or a related field
Advanced Data Analysis and Manipulation skills including Excel, Power BI, Power Query, etc. preferred
Previous experience with replenishing product in a dropship environment strongly preferred
Experience or interest in emerging technologies (including AI, etc.)
Strong communication skills both written and oral to all levels of the organization
Strong ability to think and react in a high-energy, fast-paced, growing environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Self-motivated and a Team Player
Truly embody all IT’SUGAR Core Values
What’s in it for you? IT’S Even Sweeter
Fun at Work! Socials and Happy Hours Monthly
Hybrid Work Schedule
Career Growth Opportunities
Training and Development
30% Employee Discount
Perk Spot (Discount travel, events, etc.)
401k with company match
Full Time Only
Medical, Dental, Vision
Paid Time Off
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account
Let’s get Social! IT’S Cool
Website: www.itsugar.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/itsugar
Twitter: www.twitter.com/itsugar
Join us in bringing the Fun Bac k into Retail!