Julie Ann Padrones: Inventory Analyst at Hurley in Carson, CA

Oversee the analysis and reporting of inventory levels, including working with Logistics, Outlet and Value Channel for liquidation execution plans; Facilitate collaborations with business partners contributing to management of inventory; Identify challenges and improve current processes for a more efficient inventory management process

Responsible for forecasting demand, seasonal projections, supply plans, and inventory flow using analytical statistics, trends and historical data; Align growth plans, business strategies and inventory management based on demand analysis and partnerships with Finance, Sales, Operations, and Product teams to support financial budgets; Responsible for global planning for Hurley’s Apparel & Accessories for Mens & Womens divisions (North America and International, $200m Annual, 2,000+ SKUs seasonally); Develop action plans for continuous improvement of operational processes and reporting; Identifying opportunities in the current reporting systems, buy plan templates, and interactions with internal business partners; Supervise staff training and mentorship

Prepare/review retail forecasts, budgets, financial statements and other business review reporting; Prepare and analyze monthly reconciliations of Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss accounts; Improve schedules/processes to make reconciliation process easier and more efficient; Manage internal audit requests from Nike, Inc.; Prepare manuals and standard operating procedures for staffs and management reference