Inventory Planner - Pet

Job Description - INVENTORY PLANNER - PET (2600003S)

Job Number: 2600003S

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Organization: NEXCOMHQ

Pay Range: $62,930 - $81,237 based on experience

Driving Inventory Excellence Across the Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM)

At the Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM), you’ll be part of a mission that truly matters—supporting the quality of life for Sailors, Marines, and military families around the world. NEXCOM offers the stability of a federal service career along with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and clear opportunities for advancement. Employees enjoy strong work–life balance, professional development, and a supportive environment that values growth and collaboration.

As part of a global team, you’ll play a vital role in strengthening military readiness through efficient, mission‑driven supply chain and inventory operations, all while building a meaningful and rewarding career.

Job Summary:

Coordinates inventory flow to support merchandise and financial goals. Continuously analyzes business and recommends and implements strategies and actions to drive sales productivity and profitability.

• Direct distribution of goods to support sales, profitability, inventory turnover, and customer satisfaction across assigned NEXCOM business areas.
• Determine appropriate ratios of DC, store, and pipeline inventory for all items.
• Develop and modify replenishment parameters for all basic reorder items to ensure stock levels align with approved NEXCOM planograms and store sizes.
• Partner with the Forecast Analyst to review and adjust forecast parameters for seasonal and/or advertised items.
• Ensure featured products are in stock at NEXCOM locations participating in advertising events.
• Consider overall supply‑chain health when making business decisions.
• Identify and implement efficiencies within the NEXCOM supply chain.
• Participate in supplier/merchant meetings, communicating supply‑chain opportunities, concerns, and successes, including collaboration on forecasted needs.
• Proactively identify cost‑saving opportunities related to product distribution and partner with NEXCOM distribution and merchant teams to implement improvements.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external partners to address in‑stock and supply‑chain concerns or opportunities.
• Monitor aged inventory, identify risk‑mitigation opportunities, and provide recommendations to merchants for corrective action.
• Maintain and review replenishment snapshot metrics, including planogram accuracy, NIS (Not In Stock) causes, and other relevant KPIs.
• Use Allocate to purchase seasonal, fashion, and promotional one‑time buys, ensuring accurate quantities and inventory levels meet item‑level sales demand.

• Monitor and evaluate Open‑to‑Buy weekly; assess risk and recommend action accordingly.
• Prepare reports and actionable business analyses as needed.
• Identify low‑performing items that may negatively impact inventory or turns.
• Make preventative recommendations and take action to reduce aged inventory and ensure exit strategies are executed.

• Conduct store visits to evaluate merchandise presentation, stock assortments, and inventory levels across NEXCOM locations.
• Work closely with store management to identify and maximize business opportunities.
• Supervise and develop subordinate staff as appropriate.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Work under the supervision of a Senior Inventory Planner or Divisional Merchandise Manager of Planning.
• Operate independently within NEXCOM policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Use independent judgment in routine and non‑routine situations.
• Consult with supervisor regarding policy issues, deviations from normal procedures, or unusual circumstances.
• Performance is evaluated based on operational results, skill assessments, customer service, teamwork, leadership, work quality, and established performance metrics.

• Must file a Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) as required.
• A total of 6 years of experience consisting of the following:

• Three years of experience in professional technical or…