Amrutha S
Bangalore
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at JC Penney, excelling in inventory management and data analysis. Proven track record of driving project success through effective communication and accountability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Replenishment Associate Analyst
JC Penney
Bangalore
06.2024 - Current
- Owns dynamic forecast and coverage policies for basic items at the store/SKU level within the INFORM tool.
- Manage system setup and maintenance pertaining to sales forecasting, store profiles, trending, location/product attributes, and promotional activity.
- As part of sales forecasting for stores and e-commerce, review the forecast accuracy report for lots outside acceptable tolerance, and provide analysis for out-of-tolerance lots to determine the root cause.
- For Store Profiles (IPC) Stores/Ecom, provide strategies for lot grouping based on merchandise expertise.
- Understand and communicate outside events affecting trends, including non-comp marketing, cannibalization, store base changes, etc., and prepare an analysis on the current item trend.
- Understand all location/SKU attributes that need to be maintained and kept up to date.
- Reviews annual Store Grade changes that effect attributes and communicates actions needed to maintain attribute integrity.
- For promotional events, create promotion policies as needed for non-comp marketing events.
- Monitors weekly sales and order forecasts to ensure service levels and in-stock objectives are met.
- Creates and maintains item plans for Basics, and reconciles them to the system forecast and Merchandise Action Team (MAT) open-to-buy.
- Drives a periodic assortment and SKU optimization process, and partners with MAT to execute basic assortment plans based upon the Buyer’s intent.
- Coordinates with the JCP Production Forecasting team to manage projections given to direct suppliers.
- Communicates and coordinates with the Business Units on projected receipt forecasts for open-to-buy management.
- Performs analysis to uncover opportunities and risks, and communicates recommendations to the MAT to meet sales, profit, and inventory objectives.
- Communicates and coordinates with all domestic replenishment vendors regarding forecast impacts, production needs, and fill rate issues.
- Meet established performance standards for the role consistently, including (but not limited to) sales, stocks/customer service, profit, inventory turn, productivity, and attendance.
- Built relationships with vendors to ensure timely deliveries according to company requirements.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Utilized technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
Senior Merchandising Associate
JC Penney
Bangalore
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Responsible for setting up of new products for the stores and website on the Retail Merchandising System software with 100% accuracy and SLA ensuring best customer experience
- Timely communication with vendors and stake holders for daily deliverables and set up requirements
- Responsible for the Sephora set ups, by updating accurate and latest product trends
- Supported the team with daily work allocation and EOD reports
- Responsible for adhoc item maintenances and clean-up activities
- Responsible and driven many key projects for the company and ensured timely completion of the work with utmost accuracy, accountability and ensured to maintain a good relationship among the Buyers
- Owned 2 of the busiest categories of home division - Bedding and Windows, single handedly and ensured to maintain 100% on site quality for all the items launched in the two categories by paying attention to the details in order not to compromise on the quality
- Throughout my time working on the team, I consistently made myself available to provide assistance and support to my colleagues
- I always made it a priority to be present and responsive when help was needed
- Due to my hard work, dedication, and my ability to work independently and proactively I could solve any problems that arose during the project
- One of the main reasons for the project's success was my ability to effectively communicate with all the partners and be able to build the trust
- I made sure to keep all relevant parties informed of progress and addressed any concerns in a timely and professional manner
Merchandising Associate
JC Penney
Bangalore
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Responsible for setting up new products for the stores and website on the Retail Merchandising System software with 100% accuracy and SLA, ensuring the best customer experience.
- Timely communication with vendors and stakeholders for daily deliverables and setup requirements.
- Responsible for the Sephora setups by updating accurate and latest product trends.
Tax Analyst
Ernst & Young
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Preparation of US Partnership tax returns for Federal and State
- Preparation of Partner's Returns using the tool and excel macros
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
MES DEGREE COLLEGE OF ARTS, SCIENCE & COMMERCE
01.2018
Skills
- Takes accountability
- Good communication skills
- Committed to work
- Basic computer applications
- Self-motivated
- Team Player
- Inventory management
- Attention to detail
- Positive attitude toward work
- Logical thinking and reasoning
- Power BI
- Excel Power Query
- Excel VBA
- Performance monitoring
- Time management
- Data analysis
Certification
- Power BI
- Excel Power Query & Excel VBA
- SQL workshop
Accomplishments
- Completed the certification of courses on Udemy: Retail for Business Analysts and Management consultants, The Complete Communication Skills Master Class for Life, Soft Skills: The 11 Essential Career Soft Skills.
- Co-organizer of 'Chakravyuh', the annual intercollege commerce and management fest conducted by MES Degree College.
- Placement co-ordinator for the year 2017-2018 in MES Degree College.
- Co-ordinator for Commerce Exhibition, an intracollegiate event conducted by MES Degree College.
- Secured third place in rangoli competition conducted by Vidya Mandir Independent PU College.
Awards
- Awarded Performer of the Month six times.
- Awarded 2 Spot awards.
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Kannada
- Telugu
References
Would be provided if required.
Timeline
Senior Merchandising Associate
JC Penney
09.2024 - 05.2025
Replenishment Associate Analyst
JC Penney
06.2024 - Current
Merchandising Associate
JC Penney
09.2020 - 08.2021
Tax Analyst
Ernst & Young
01.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Commerce -
MES DEGREE COLLEGE OF ARTS, SCIENCE & COMMERCE
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