Smithfield Foods · 14 hours ago
Associate Replenishment Analyst
Suffolk, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelSmithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. As an Associate Replenishment Analyst, you will ensure product availability at Distribution Centers and Stores, manage inventory levels, and facilitate communication between various teams to maximize efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Food and BeverageHospitality
Responsibilities
Forecasting and Analysis: You will use SAP, customer’s replenishment system, and Excel to establish order forecasts, generating accurate order requirements and demand insights for Demand Planning. You will identify root cause problems in forecast accuracy and implement corrective actions to improve service levels and supply chain efficiencies. You will review orders against requirements, forecasts, and demand plans, making necessary corrections. Additionally, you will assist with new product setup and performance tracking and run daily stock status reports to monitor inventory levels for each division
Inventory Management: You will manage the customer’s in-stocks at the DC and store levels, balancing inventory against established cost thresholds. You will assist Category Planners in disposing of long inventory positions and work closely with sales to address any inventory concerns, such as overstock or slow-moving items. Additionally, you will advise on special promotions and recommend price points to help sell products efficiently
Communication and Collaboration: You will facilitate communications with the customer Replenishment team and Category Planners. You will also participate and contribute in meetings with sales managers and replenishment managers, as well as lead or attend weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings with the customer’s replenishment team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business, Finance or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required
Company will consider a currently enrolled college student with an anticipated graduation by end of current school year as qualified
Energized by travel 10% of the time
Proficient knowledge of Excel, including formulas, v-lookups, and pivot tables
Advanced analytical skills: able to report on performance metrics, interpret data, and clearly and concisely articulate the results
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Able to work in fast paced and changing environment, while keeping a customer-focused and detail-oriented approach to completing tasks
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to proactively plan, prioritize, and set goals
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment
Capable of sitting for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Frequently required to sit; stand; walk; reach with hands and arms
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception
Able to travel as needed
Preferred
Knowledge of customer replenishment system (i.e.-GRS, Retail Link) and SAP preferred
Benefits
Relocation Package Available
Company
Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products.
Founded in 1936
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$454.11M2025-09-04Post Ipo Secondary· $454.11M
2025-01-28IPO
2013-05-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Shane Smith
President and Chief Executive Officer
Allyson Bouldon
Vice President, Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer
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