Sr. Manager Inventory Planning

Senior Manager, Inventory Planning

Location: Arkansas

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Supply Chain & Operations

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About the Role

The Senior Manager of Inventory Planning is a key leadership role responsible for developing and executing inventory strategies that ensure optimal stock levels, strong in-stock performance, and cost-efficient operations. This role oversees demand forecasting, purchasing workflows, inventory accuracy, and cross‑functional alignment with Supply Chain, Merchandising, Finance, and Operations. The ideal candidate is analytical, process‑driven, results‑oriented, and highly skilled in advanced inventory planning tools.

• Develop and implement advanced inventory planning strategies to ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time.
• Optimize inventory levels to balance demand, working capital, and service goals.
• Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, inventory turnover, and supply chain efficiency.

• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and seasonality to create accurate demand forecasts.
• Collaborate with Merchandising and Sales to refine forecasts and support product launches or promotions.

• Oversee the creation, approval, and management of purchase orders.
• Partner with suppliers, logistics, and operations teams to ensure on‑time delivery and resolve supply disruptions.
• Monitor lead times, vendor performance, and supply chain risks.

• Maintain high inventory accuracy across multiple locations or channels.
• Manage cycle counts, reconciliation processes, and root‑cause analysis for variances.
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools to track KPIs (e.g., fill rate, turn rate, aging, DOH).

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain and inventory processes.
• Utilize ERP systems and advanced Excel models to streamline workflows and reporting.
• Provide training and mentorship to inventory planning team members.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in inventory planning, supply chain, or demand planning (with at least 3 years in a leadership role).
• Strong experience managing purchase orders, vendor relationships, and inventory control processes.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, pivot tables, forecasting models).
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (e.g., Net Suite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement process improvements.

• Experience in multi‑location retail, manufacturing, or e‑commerce environments.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.
• Strong understanding of supply chain lead times, logistics, and replenishment models.

• Inventory Management & Planning
• Forecasting & Demand Analysis
• Purchase Order Management
• ERP Systems & Data Analytics
• Supplier & Cross‑Functional Communication
• Strategic Thinking & Leadership
• Process Improvement
• Advanced Microsoft Excel

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Strategy/Planning and Supply Chain
• Industries
• Wholesale and Retail