Who We Are:

HBC is a diversified global retailer focused on driving the performance of high quality stores and their all-channel offerings, growing through acquisitions, and unlocking the value of real estate holdings. Founded in 1670, HBC is the oldest company in North America. HBC’s portfolio today includes formats ranging from luxury to premium department stores to off price fashion shopping destinations, with more than 300 stores and over 40,000
employees around the world.

HBC’s leading banners across North America include Hudson’s Bay, Saks Fifth Avenue & Saks OFF 5 TH .

HBC has significant investments in real estate joint ventures. It has partnered with Simon Property Group Inc. in the HBS Global Properties Joint Venture, which owns properties in the United States. In Canada, it has partnered with RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust in the RioCan-HBC Joint Venture.
The HBC India corporate teams focus on Finance & Accounting, Technology, Merchandising and Shared Service operations. HBC’s entrance into this market has expanded the company’s global footprint and further established HBC as a truly global retailer.

The teams in the India office play an integral role in supporting HBC’s strategic plan. Bengaluru’s workforce has deep experience in a variety of areas, including finance and accounting, technology, as well as other shared services and will support HBC’s operations on an ongoing basis. You can learn more and view available positions in Bengaluru, by visiting https://www.hbcindiacareers.com/.

What This Position Is All About:

Help HBC deliver high-quality, trend-right, and luxury merchandise to our Store and Online customers! By performing various Inventory allocation tasks, you will make sure the right products are at the stores at the right time. You will also work with a wide range of Buyers & Planners from our headquarters and world-renowned Brands to turn ideas into great merchandise.

Who You Are:

* Generates a variety of approaches to problem solving including and new and novel ideas
* Comfortable with change and challenging convention.
* Inspires others with their vision and sense of purpose
* You have a can-do attitude and a curious mindset
* Approach your work through the lens of the customer to drive in-store and digital business

As the Sr Inventory Analyst, you will:

PO and ALLOCATION:

* Drive and run Pre-Allocation
* Ensure completion of PO creations and allocations based on guidance from the buying and planning offices adhere to calendar expectations 
* Manage Central stock management as required
* Do Allocation roll up reviews to ensure inventory is in line with plan
* Communications with vendors as required
* PO Approval and unlock and ensure cost/retail match intended buy sheets

ANALYTICS:

* Conduct significant research as a means of assessing the inventory by doing stock to sales analysis on Business area
* Negotiate potential inventory opportunities /risks to protect category and cluster performances for overall DMM
* Apply analytics to influence related upstream and downstream decisions around the allocation process for overall DMM
* Creation of size curves and Size optimization using Tableau & JDA
* Develops strategies and processes to do digital analysis on demand opportunities in breadth & depth
* Prepare and present regular reports on inventory levels, stock turnover, and other relevant KPIs.
* In-Season WOS management on digital and stores for respective areas
* Liaison with various verticals of NA & HBC India to add value with cross functional activities/projects

PO TRACKING:

* Assist with import tracking (Freight forwarder to DC)
* Working on all PO changes, PO approval and Unlock

Must haves:

* MBA/other post graduations
* Proven experience 4 plus years in inventory management, demand planning, or supply chain analysis.
* Strong analytical, forecasting, problem solving, and detail orientation
* Advanced Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel)
* Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
* Basic SQL, Tableau/PowerBi
* Proficiency in using inventory management software
* Ability to manage large sets and interpret data
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams

Good to haves:

* Excel Macros
* SQL Intermediate skills, and exposure to Python and RYour Life and Career at HBC:

* Be part of a world-class team; work with an adventurous spirit; think and act like an owner-operator!
* Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities from IT to Human Resources to Merchandising to Finance.
*A culture that promotes a healthy, fulfilling work/life balance

Thank you for your interest with HBC. We look forward to reviewing your application.

HBC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment.