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Taimur I.

Mississauga, Canada

$50/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I've spent the last decade working in demand planning and supply chain, mostly in retail and consumer goods. That's included in-house roles managing forecasts for business units with $100M to $300M in annual sales, consulting work at a major firm supporting global clients through supply chain transformations, and more recently independent advisory work for brands trying to get their inventory under control. The problems I get called in for tend to look different on the surface but come from the same few places, sales history that's been distorted by stockouts, forecasting processes held together by disconnected spreadsheets, or planning teams spending most of their time on manual data work instead of actual decisions. I've also worked directly on Amazon account inventory management, where stockouts carry an extra penalty most planning teams underestimate. I work across the full range depending on what the client needs. Sometimes that's a diagnostic, figuring out what's actually broken before anyone starts talking about systems. Sometimes it's building out a proper demand planning process, a forecasting model, or a set of reports that give a business real visibility into what's happening. I have experience in apparel, CPG, and toy and games retail, which are categories where demand patterns tend to be messier than most. If you're dealing with an inventory or demand planning problem and want someone who's worked on this across different industries and business sizes, feel free to reach out.

  • Demand Planning
  • Supply Chain Management
  • SQL
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Data Analysis
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Software QA
  • Project Management
  • Requirement Analysis
  • Business Analysis
  • Process Design
Madelyne D.

Cambridge, Canada

$30/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Most retail and DTC brands lose 15–30% of their margin to dead stock, poor timing, or mismanaged pricing. I help scaling retail and e-commerce brands optimize product performance, pricing, and inventory to maximize sell-through and protect margins. With 10+ years at Zara (Inditex), I’ve led national merchandising strategy, managed high-volume product categories, and scaled inventory operations across multi-market retail environments. I bring that same enterprise-level commercial discipline to growing e-commerce and omnichannel brands—helping you run real, data-driven merchandising rather than just uploading products and hoping they sell. How I Can Support Your Brand ✨ ✨ Inventory Strategy & Risk Management: Clear slow-moving stock, balance replenishment, and optimize stock-to-sales ratios to prevent overstocking. ✨ Product Performance & Analytics: Translate sales data into actionable assortment decisions, identifying top-performing SKUs and expansion opportunities. ✨ Pricing & Promotional Optimization: Structure promo calendars and markdown strategies that drive volume without eroding brand equity. ✨ E-Commerce & Omnichannel Merchandising: Align digital storefronts, product flows, and launches with actual demand cycles. ✨ Cross-Functional Operations: Bridge the gap between buying, logistics, and visual execution for seamless delivery. Whether you need a full inventory audit, seasonal assortment planning, or ongoing merchandising support, let’s connect to discuss how we can improve your margins.

  • Inventory Management
  • Customer Development
  • Strategic Plan
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Product Analytics
  • Data Analysis
  • Trend Forecasting
  • Budget Planning
  • Excel Formula
  • Strategic Planning
  • Shopify
  • Cost Management
  • Price Optimization
  • Project Accounting
  • Cross Functional Team Leadership
  • KPI Metric Development
  • Ecommerce Marketing
Ahmed E.

Milton, Canada

$50/hr
5.0
8 jobs

I help businesses automate complex operations and make smarter decisions through advanced data solutions and AI-powered systems. With a Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering background and proven experience across manufacturing and supply chains, I've delivered results for companies from startups to Fortune 500 enterprises across four continents. -What I Deliver: *Intelligent Automation: Transform manual processes into scalable systems that eliminate bottlenecks and reduce operational costs *Predictive Analytics: Build forecasting models and real-time dashboards that guide strategic decisions *Legacy Modernization: Convert outdated systems into robust, cloud-based solutions *Enterprise Data Solutions: Process massive datasets and create actionable insights for executive teams -Technical Capabilities: Advanced Python/SQL development, machine learning implementation, cloud platforms (AWS), and enterprise dashboard creation. Let's discuss how I can streamline your operations and accelerate growth.

  • Forecasting
  • Statistics
  • Apache Spark
  • Python
  • Machine Learning
  • SQL
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Data Analysis
  • Web Scraping
  • Big Data
  • Arabic
  • Data Visualization
  • Microsoft Power BI
Prasenjit D.

Toronto, Canada

$30/hr
4.8
147 jobs

• 10 years of professional experience in supply chain management, developing tools and solutions for demand planning and inventory planning • I can develop Statistical ML/ Forecasting model, implement demand planning process, MRP tools, Inventory Reporting • Excel Dashboard/ Advanced Data Analysis/ Automation with Power Query, python

  • Supply Chain Management
  • Business Analysis
  • SQL
  • Supply Chain & Logistics
  • Python
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Excel PowerPivot
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Data Visualization
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Operations Analytics
  • Data Analysis
  • Analytics
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Visualization
Dhinesh T.

Toronto, Canada

$20/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I am a certified Supply Chain professional with over 7 years of experience in demand forecasting, operational optimization, and strategic supply chain management. With PMP, CPIM, and CSCP certifications, as well as a Six Sigma Green Belt, I excel at solving complex supply chain challenges using data-driven insights. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Management degree at Harvard, I specialize in optimizing processes, leading cross-functional teams, and implementing strategies that enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Let's collaborate to elevate your supply chain performance and drive business success.

  • Demand Planning
  • Forecasting
  • Inventory Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Project Management
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Operations Management Software
  • Career Coaching
  • Continuing Professional Development
  • Management Consulting
  • Business Consulting
  • Ecommerce
  • Retail & Consumer Goods
  • Shopify
Natali H.

Hamilton, Canada

$60/hr
4.8
128 jobs

Sr. Business Analyst/Functional Consultant & Lead with 20+ years of successful experience in manufacturing, retail, e-commerce and consulting companies; with cross-functional work knowledge of supply chain, finance, warehouse, distribution, e-commerce and production processes. - I am proficient in demand forecasting. I create sales/demand forecast based on historical data applying statistical models, events, dynamic regression diagnostics and judgmental approaches. I can identify seasonality, trends, opportunities and other challenges, if applicable, through the forecasting process. I can create sales forecast for new or not having historical data products too. - Based on the sales forecast I build an improved inventory replenishment process insuring the company maintains enough stock levels to satisfy all customers’ sales opportunities, and not to be overstocked at the same time. I also identify opportunities to convert existing inventory into revenue and improve production efficiency. - With background in Finance and Industrial Engineering, I am proficient in ERP implementation and post-go-live support. I make sure the new ERP system streamlines processes, improves visibility, reduces costs, and efficiently changes the way the company does the business. - I am experienced in Business Modelling. I can create organization charts, value stream maps, business process workflows and cause effect diagrams using Bizagi and MS Visio to analyze and improve processes, or for any IT business purpose. - I have strong analytical, decision-making, problem-solving and organizational skills with experience to lead projects independently and manage teams effectively. I am very practical and realistic while working on projects. I use advanced methodologies and software to perform assignments. My areas of expertise: • Supply Chain Management (SCM) • Warehousing & Replenishment • Logistics, 3PL, Freight Forwarding, DC Processes • Sales & Financial Forecasting • Inventory Planning & Optimization • Requirements Elicitation • ERP, WMS, MES, TMS, CRM Implementation • Business Process Modeling (BPMN) • Continuous Improvement • BOMs, MRP, Shop Floor, Workflows, EPC Industries being served: Food & Beverage, Apparel & Footwear, Distribution, Automotive, Furniture, Cosmetics, Jewelry, Designs/Arts, Bikes, Electronics, Construction/roofing, Industrial Manufacturing, Technical/Equipment Services, and more.

  • Enterprise Resource Planning
  • Forecasting
  • Inventory Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Business Process Reengineering
  • Business Analysis
  • Amazon FBA
  • Retail & Consumer Goods
  • Trend Forecasting
  • Fashion Forecasting

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