Fetch for Pets

THIS IS A FULL-TIME POSITION BASED IN NYC. HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE WITH REQUIRED 3 DAYS IN OFFICE.

** Salary Range: $120K-$135K/Annually **

Company Overview:

At Fetch for Pets & Brand Buzz, we are pioneers in delivering innovative consumer products across various categories, including household items and pet supplies. We work with leading brands such as Burt’s Bees, Arm & Hammer, Clorox and Glad, along with top entertainment properties Disney, Star Wars, Harry Potter & many more. We are currently looking for a dedicated Director of Inventory Planning to support the company’s overall business strategy and supply chain initiatives.

Position Summary:

The Director of Inventory Planning will lead a team of Planners and provide analytical, organizational, and process support to drive inventory optimization. This is an impactful position for an individual who likes to solve problems and drive change in an organization. The ideal candidate is someone who is self-starting, innovative, has a dedicated work ethic, high attention to detail, and will be a flexible, logical worker who is results-driven. This role is a great opportunity to broaden your scope of work and partner with various cross-functional teams withing a growing organization.

Who You Are:

· Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience in Demand Planning, Forecasting, Replenishment, Supply Chain or related function

· At least 5+ years of management/ leadership experience

· Proven capability to build and manage highly effective, engaged teams.

· Ability to work cross-functionally across organizational boundaries

· Strong data analysis skills with ability to apply findings quickly

· Ability to mine various data sources to create a picture of current and future inventory position

· Working knowledge of the supply chain and processes as they relate to inventory

· Ability to multi-task with extreme attention to detail while working on multiple projects

· Excellent problem-solving and time management skills; ability to work independently.

· Ability to adapt to a rapidly growing environment and is forward-thinking and reactionary to the needs of the business

· Advanced MS Excel skills and capable of adapting to new systems

What You’ll Do:

· Lead and develop a dynamic team of Inventory Planners

· Meet department KPIs related to margin targets, fill rates, and inventory levels

· Drive improvements in forecasting accuracy and fill rate

· Oversee demand planning and replenishment by SKU

· Forecast future supply needs and initiate proactive communications identifying short-term and long-term supplier issues.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Production, Warehouse/Logistics) to drive inventory optimization

· Partner with Sales to support new customer product launches, customer pipeline orders, and promotional events

· Oversee inbound/outbound inventory; maintain ongoing communication with Production Team and factories to ensure timely and accurate supply flow

· Work with warehouse team on inventory allocations

· Manage excess/aged inventory levels

· Effectively identify and execute opportunities for increased profitability, including supplier cost negotiations, warehousing initiatives, shipping efficiencies, and monitoring low retailer margins.

· Analyze SKU productivity and identify items for discontinuation

· Investigate and timely communicate any possible risks that have significant impacts on inventory and recommend solutions/alternatives

· Key player in developing process and reports to enhance inventory planning, create operational efficiencies and support company initiatives.

· Ad-hoc analyses

Benefits:

· Competitive salary

· Medical, Vision, Dental & 401(k) offerings

· Casual dress code

· Pet-friendly office

· WFH 2 days per week

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Join us in shaping the future of consumer products, one innovation at a time!

Fetch for Pets

Fetch4Pets/Brand Buzz is a trusted and respected manufacturer of pet and household consumer goods for leading brands such as Burt’s Bees, Arm & Hammer, Clorox and Glad, along with top entertainment properties Disney, Star Wars, Harry Potter and many more. We are looking for a talented, high energy, dynamic product design manager to lead a team of designers working on product design, packaging, retail displays, trade shows and more. The manager will carry their own design tasks in addition to managing the team and will report to the Creative Director.

Responsibilities

• Work with designers on hard and soft goods: toys, apparel, accessories, molded items, paper goods, retail displays, packaging and more

• Assign design tasks, provide art direction, and manage team‘s priorities

• Work on your own design tasks

• Work with product managers to make sure tasks have correct information before assigning

• Make sure all artwork is delivered on time and done correctly

• Make sure all designs meet internal, as well, as licensing partners brand guideline standards

• Ensure all production files are accurate and complete before releasing to factories

• Work with design team to ensure proper procedure are being followed

• Work with CD on marketplace research and trend presentations

• Understand new brand needs and work cross-functionally on concepting new lines and product offerings

Who you are…

• Able to communicate clear directions to designers, product managers and internal stake holders

• Highly collaborative, openly share knowledge and ideas and incorporate input from others

• Proactive and self-motivated, with a high level of organizational skills

• Have in-depth understanding on brand guidelines usage

• Strong typography/composition skills and color sense

• Attention to detail and highly creative in generating new ideas – on trend

• Eager to work in fast-paced environment

• Multi-tasker able to pivot according to workflow and deadlines

• Problem solver with a great disposition

• Fun loving

• Love pets

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience designing consumer goods, 2+ years’ experience in managerial role

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in design/art

• Character license experience is a must

• Strong project management and organizational skills are necessary

• Expert level understanding of file setup for production

• Must have experience with product design, packaging, and retail displays

• Experience with molded items and/or trade show is a plus

• Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office software skills on Mac required

• General understanding of manufacturing materials and process for both hard and soft goods is an advantage

• Must have portfolio to share

EEO Statement:

Fetch is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, religion, disability, citizenship status, national origin, pregnancy, veteran status, and any other factor protected by applicable law.

Diversity and Inclusion:

A career at Fetch will give you the opportunity to work with a diverse group of colleagues. Fetch has a proven track record in creating opportunities for professionals of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, race ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, or beliefs.

Fetch for Pets