Inventory Manager; Mandarin

Are you obsessed with data, partner success, taking action, and changing the game? If you have a whole lot of hustle and a touch of nerd, come work with Pattern! We want you to use your skills to push one of the fastest-growing companies headquartered in the U.S. to the top of the list.

Pattern accelerates brands on global e‑commerce marketplaces leveraging proprietary technology and AI. Utilizing more than 66 trillion data points, sophisticated machine learning and AI models, Pattern optimizes and automates all levers of e‑commerce growth for global brands, including advertising, content management, logistics and fulfillment, pricing, forecasting and customer service. Hundreds of global brands depend on Pattern's platform every day to drive profitable revenue growth across 60+ global marketplaces — including Amazon, , , eBay, Tmall, Tik Tok Shop, JD, and Mercado Libre.

We are looking for an Inventory Manager (Buyer/Planner) who will fully own demand forecasting, inventory levels, and ordering decisions for 7–12 brands. Strong brand partnership management, proactive communication, and independent decision‑making are critical. Success is measured through weeks of supply, inventory turns, in‑stock performance, and forecast accuracy.

• Own short‑term demand forecasts and place weekly orders for 7–12 brands
• Develop and manage 3, 6, and 9 month ordering strategies tailored to brand goals
• Analyze and present monthly demand, sales, and receipt forecasts directly to brand partners
• Collaborate with brand management to define and execute ordering and inventory strategies
• Proactively analyze forecast variance and implement corrective actions
• Lead brand calls independently, providing recommendations and solutions to supply‑chain challenges

• Fluency in both English and Mandarin is required, with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Bachelor's degree
• 2–5 years of supply/demand planning or buying experience
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong experience with ERP systems and inventory planning processes
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining forecasting discipline
• Strong understanding of retail KPIs and inventory metrics
• Confident communication and relationship‑building skills

• Give 100% to all tasks and projects
• Actively comment and participate in group collaborations
• Take full ownership of projects and follow through to completion
• Complete assignments in a timely manner
• Be flexible and prioritize based on business needs

This role provides a comprehensive supply‑chain foundation and prepares you for senior‑level planning, inventory leadership, or broader operations roles. You will build strong brand partnerships, influence strategy, and gain exposure to higher‑level decision‑making.

• The team is results‑oriented and collaborative. Inventory Managers partner closely with peers to share insights and drive improvements.
• Ideas and ownership are encouraged; you will report into the Associate Director of Inventory Management and operate with a high level of autonomy.

• Game Changer – Looks at problems with an open mind, shares new ideas, reassesses plans, attaches realistic timelines, and actively pursues improvements.
• Data Fanatic – Recognizes problems through data, draws unbiased conclusions, implements solutions, and tracks effects.
• Partner‑Obssessed – Clear communication of project status, takes constructive feedback, listens to partner expectations, prioritizes partners, and creates personable experiences.
• Team of Doers – Supports teammates, takes initiative, contributes to improvements, and holds themselves accountable to the team and partners.

• Unlimited PTO
• Paid holidays
• On‑site fitness center
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Casual dress code
• Competitive pay
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) match: 100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 2% of eligible compensation deferred

Pattern provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.