The Sak
If you have a passion for what you do, the company you keep, the life you live, we may be just the place for you.
Our Values
The Sak began as a company based on entrepreneurship and three key motivating factors or mantras - TAO: Trust, Action, and Ownership. These ideals are apparent in all decision-making throughout the company spanning from employee selection, design, and development, to our partnerships and how we treat our customers. We apply our cornerstone principles of TAO to the organizational and operational structure of the company.
Our Culture
The Sak exists to make work fun and healthy by creating a team environment whose players are driven by trust, innovation, and a commitment to winning.
The Sak- Consciously crafted objects that invite touch. From our hands to yours. Certified B Corp.
Since our founding, we’ve always been about more than bags. Each style captures our love of hand-crafted, textural details rooted in both traditional and reinvented techniques. We share the spirit of those who are curious and conscious about the world.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional to manage inventory and forecasting for our Amazon US and international accounts. This role is critical to ensuring product availability, optimizing inventory levels, and driving operational efficiency for a brand with 1,500 SKUs in a highly seasonal business.
Key Responsibilities
- Quarterly Demand Forecasting & Buying: Develop and maintain accurate quarterly forecasts to support purchasing decisions.
- Weekly FBA Replenishment: Plan and execute weekly shipments to Amazon fulfillment centers, ensuring optimal stock levels.
- SKU-Level Forecasting: Maintain and update a 12-month rolling forecast at the SKU level.
- Forecast vs. Actuals Analysis: Conduct monthly reviews of forecast accuracy and adjust models accordingly.
- Seasonal & Promotional Planning: Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to incorporate seasonal spikes, promotions, and advertising campaigns into forecasts.
- Out-of-Stock Tracking: Monitor out-of-stock items and calculate projected missed sales due to stockouts.
- Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement: Use historical data and trend analysis to refine forecasting models and improve inventory efficiency.
- New Product Launch Planning: Forecast demand for new product introductions and manage buying and send-in processes.
- Amazon Inventory Health: Manage inventory to maintain a strong IPI score and avoid long-term storage fees.
- Warehouse Loss Management: Track and manage lost and damaged items at warehouses to ensure accurate inventory and financial reconciliation.
- MCF & Buy with Prime Inventory: Track and manage inventory for Multi-Channel Fulfillment and Buy with Prime orders across other channels.
- Cross-Functional Communication: Serve as the point of contact between operations, supply chain, finance, and marketing teams for inventory-related decisions.
- Performance Metrics & KPIs: Track and report key metrics such as forecast accuracy, inventory turns, stockout rate, and IPI score trends.
- Reporting & Insights: Prepare inventory and forecast reports for internal stakeholders monthly review.
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements in forecasting and inventory management processes.
Preferred Experience
- Amazon Expertise: Familiarity with Amazon Seller Central, FBA workflows, and inventory management.
- Fulfillment Fee Optimization: Experience designing packaging to optimize for Amazon fulfillment fee tiers.
- Fee Structure Knowledge: Familiarity with all Amazon fulfillment fees, including inbound, FBA, and storage.
- Nice-to-Have Skills: Experience with Amazon Global Logistics, AWD (Amazon Warehousing & Distribution), and PDP optimization.
- Technical Skills: Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas); experience with forecasting tools or ERP systems. Experience utilizing AI.
- Background: 1+ years in demand planning, inventory planning, or supply chain management.
- Analytical Mindset: Strong ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree – preferred in Supply Chain, Inventory Planning, or related field.
- Proven experience in forecasting and inventory planning for e-commerce or retail.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, seasonal environment.
