CPFR Specialist

Description The Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) Analyst position leads customer inventory optimization activities at the SKU level using various system & tools including Excel based tools, Power BI, SAP. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in managing large data sets & building complex data queries using various methods and automation tools ie. SQL, Databricks, etc. This role will drive Supply Chain activities; help meet customer in-stock goals, inventory targets, overall sales goals, and maintain fill rates. The CPFR work optimizes the customer’s replenishment process and ultimately benefits Supply Chain by generating a more accurate customer forecast that can be used for internal planning. These activities require tight internal business linkages and communication is critical for success. This role additionally supports promotional forecasting recommendations and management of key events to ensure linkages to performance and incremental sales through influencing inventory lift recommendations through data and storytelling. This position manages the tactical demand forecast and data at the customer level. Successfully managing forecast and relationships required to effectively do so will involve good judgement, strong communication, relationship building skills, and end to end supply chain process understanding. Who You are and What You’ll Do: • You are a strategy guru and dot connector: You will optimize the customer’s replenishment process to meet In-stock, Inventory and Sales objectives while maintaining fill rates. You will prioritize work load by using internal and external reports effectively. Ability to define/design solution options, evaluate technical feasibility, and provide estimates on effort and risk. • You’re a born leader: Lead CPFR best practices, recurring meetings with internal & external counterparts to identify in-stock opportunities and provide actionable recommendations. • You’re a data native and storyteller: You will use data to communicate relevant changes in inventory, in-stocks, or POS Trends for forecasts to internal Supply Chain/sales teams and the customer • You’re a paradox navigator: You will manage projects that are within the scope of driving Supply Chain or Customer Replenishment efficiencies and contribute to strategic design and build data solutions. Skills Forecasting, Supply chain, Microsoft excel, inventory management, Sap, sql, databricks, data visualization Top Skills Details Forecasting,Supply chain,Microsoft excel,inventory management Additional Skills & Qualifications • Undergraduate degree in Logistics or Business-related fields. • 1-3 years relevant analyst, forecasting, or planning experience • Excel in data management and analytical skills are required • Certification in Supply Chain Academy or APICS is a plus • Technical acumen on data integration • Data analytics and ability to understand what the data is telling you and apply Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Englewood Cliffs, NJ. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr. Requirements Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Englewood Cliffs,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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