Sean Sullivan
Milford,MA
Summary
Dynamic professional with 20+ years of experience in demand planning and inventory optimization and operational efficiencies, at BJ's Wholesale Clubs Inc. Proven track record of maintaining high in-stock rates while minimizing excess inventory. Known for continuous improvement mindset, flexibility and adaptability. Effective multi-tasker and looking to collaborate with teams to problem-solve and exceed goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Ski Instructor
Nashoba Valley Ski Area
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Taught skiing techniques to students of various ages and skill levels
- Helped students progress with personalized support and continuous progress assessments.
- Led group lessons, while also providing one-on-one instruction.
- Maintained open communication with parents or guardians regarding student progress and any concerns.
Senior Demand Planner
BJ's Wholesale Club
08.2002 - 12.2024
- Managed and maintained both unit and financial forecasts in JDA/Blue Yonder applications across multiple product categories.
- Supported and collaborated with planning and allocation managers, merchants and other cross-functional teams with developing forecasts and inventory goals on existing items, new products, product replacements, promotional periods and end of lifecycle inventory.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain high in stock rates while avoiding overstocked or salvaged inventory.
- Coordinated efforts between suppliers, merchants and clubs in order to maximize supply chain network during inventory disruptions.
- Monitored supplier performance metrics and initiated corrective actions as needed.
- Managed relationships with external vendors to support forecast alignment.
- Evaluated key performance indicators regularly to monitor progress toward business objectives.
- Presented monthly forecast updates to management and stakeholders.
- Mentored and trained new and existing team members on software, tools and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Marketing
University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Amherst, MA12.2000
Skills
- Troubleshooting and Problem-solving aptitude
- Demand planning expertise
- Continuous improvement mindset with focus on efficiencies
- Microsoft office proficiency
- Adaptable to change
- Inventory optimization strategies
- Collaborative planning
Timeline
Ski Instructor
Nashoba Valley Ski Area
01.2025 - 03.2025
Senior Demand Planner
BJ's Wholesale Club
08.2002 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - International Marketing
University of Massachusetts-Amherst