✨ About The Role
- The Inventory Supply Planner will be responsible for translating demand forecasts into actionable inventory plans at the SKU level.
- This role involves managing inventory across multiple channels, including retail and eCommerce, to ensure product availability.
- The planner will build and maintain inventory supply plans that balance store demand and minimize excess stock.
- Allocation of inventory to North American retail stores will be a key responsibility, ensuring alignment with regional demand.
- The role requires proactive management of stock levels to maintain high in-stock rates and address potential stockouts or overstock situations.
- Collaboration with wholesale, merchandising, demand forecast planners, and logistics teams is essential to optimize inventory management.
- The planner will maintain up-to-date inventory reports and track key performance indicators related to inventory performance.
- Continuous improvement of inventory allocation processes and forecasting accuracy will be a focus of this position.
âš¡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in inventory planning or supply chain management, preferably in retail or eCommerce.
- A strong understanding of retail supply chain dynamics is essential, including experience with both eCommerce and physical retail channels.
- Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, enabling them to interpret complex data and make informed, data-driven decisions.
- Proficiency in inventory management systems and advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP, is required.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail are crucial for managing inventory-related issues effectively.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills are necessary to work cross-functionally with various teams.
- A proactive and results-oriented mindset is important for adapting to changing business needs and managing multiple priorities.