Inventory & Demand Planning
Optimizes retail inventory through expert-level demand forecasting, safety stock calculation, and replenishment planning strategies.
This skill equips Claude with the specialized knowledge of a senior demand planner to manage complex retail environments with hundreds of SKUs across multiple locations. It provides a comprehensive framework for selecting optimal forecasting methods—ranging from Holt-Winters to machine learning approaches—while managing promotion lifts, cannibalization effects, and lead-time variability. By applying ABC/XYZ classification and automated replenishment logic like EOQ or Min/Max, the skill helps users minimize stockouts, reduce excess inventory, and make data-driven decisions during seasonal transitions or supply chain disruptions.