US Spirits VMI Planner

About the team

Own distributor inventory performance across SGWS and BBG states. This role sits at the center of Supply Chain and Commercial, translating demand signals into replenishment decisions that improve service while optimizing cash and cost. You’ll operate as a trusted business partner to distributors and internal teams, using data and judgment to anticipate risks, solve problems, and drive execution.

• Distributor Inventory Performance:
  Optimize finished goods inventory across assigned distributors to deliver best‑in‑class service levels.
• VMI Planning & Order Creation:
  Build and implement VMI plans that generate accurate orders and inform supply forecasts.
• Service Excellence:
  Identify and resolve risks to prevent out‑of‑stocks, delays, and disruption.
• Cross‑Functional Alignment:
  Partner with Sales, Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Logistics, and Finance to balance multiple priorities.
• Distributor Partnership:
  Serve as the primary point of contact for distributor planning teams, building trust and driving accountability.

• Translate data into clear replenishment actions that improve service and reduce excess inventory.
• Anticipate issues and lead solutions across internal and external partners.
• Influence without authority—balancing commercial priorities with supply constraints.
• Drive continuous improvement in ordering patterns, lead times, and planning parameters.
• Lead regular business reviews with distributors to improve performance and strengthen partnerships.
• Develop and maintain VMI plans that generate recommended orders and provide a reliable signal to Supply Planning.
• Monitor distributor inventory, shipments, and service metrics; take action to resolve gaps against service and DSI targets.
• Lead the order lifecycle from recommendation through delivery, including raising critical issues and expediting when needed.
• Communicate proactively with distributors on order status, risks, and logistics updates.
• Ensure adherence to ordering guidelines and improve distributor ordering behaviors.
• Lead recurring alignment meetings with distributors and internal partners.
• Manage exceptions including quality issues, product constraints, and transfers.

• Minimal distributor out‑of‑stocks and consistently high service levels (e.g., ≥97% case fill rate).
• Disciplined inventory positions (maintain DSIs within target range; no chronic overstock or shortage).
• Strong distributor relationships and high trust.
• Fewer escalations driven by proactive issue management.

• 3+ years in supply planning, VMI, customer operations, or related roles (CPG or beverage alcohol preferred).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into decisions.
• Ability to handle multiple stakeholders and influence outcomes.
• Solid understanding of inventory management and logistics concepts.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with planning systems a plus.
• Strong communication skills with both internal teams and external partners.

Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.

We recognise and value performance, offering our people a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package.

Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. Creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and can belong is a crucial part of this. We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. You’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you, and you’ll help build an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, and more.

Worker Type:
Regular

Primary

Location:

Stamford

Additional Locations: –

Job Posting

Start Date:

STAMFORD, CT: SALARY RANGE IS FROM $74,175 TO $123,625 (ANNUAL)

At Diageo certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including annual incentive payment and stock awards. US‑based employees are eligible for healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, wellness benefits and industry‑leading parental leave, among others. (Benefits/perks listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Diageo and the country where you work. The salary range displayed is the salary range for the role’s primary location.)

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