Manager, Inventory Planning & Replenishment

Lowe's Companies, Inc.•Mooresville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is based at our headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina. Our corporate office is a space where you can collaborate and do your best work. Take a walk, grab a bite (or a cup of coffee), work out or get a check-up – we invest in you so you can find your inspiration. This role is not eligible for work visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Your Impact The Manager, Inventory Planning & Replenishment is responsible for both the planning and execution of inventory for a group of product categories. Develops and leads a team of Replenishment Specialist and Planning Analysts to ensure that planning and replenishment strategies are aligned. Responsible for delivering desired in-stock levels while hitting financial objectives. The Inventory Planning Manager sets the strategic goals for their team and holds their team accountable to delivering against those goals. Partners cross functionally with merchants, vendors, transportation and distribution to ensure inventory strategies and objectives are met. Work with a Winning Team At Lowe's, our supply chain is the backbone of our mission to serve customers and support our stores. When you join our supply chain team, you're stepping into a role that directly impacts millions of homes and communities across the nation. You'll be part of a supportive network where colleagues and leaders have your back, working together to overcome challenges and deliver for those who rely on us. As you contribute to our industry-leading supply chain operations, you'll build a rewarding logistics career with fair, respectful leadership that helps you shape a future you can be proud of. Your expertise will be vital in driving the future of retail as we continue to innovate and excel in the market.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
A bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of education and related experience or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable
5 Years experience in demand, merchandise planning, replenishment or a related field

Responsibilities

Responsible for leading and developing a team that implement and maintain item/location level inventory plans for a group of product categories that support financial objectives
Analyzes business performance, develops insights and translates into strategies to drive sales and inventory productivity
Leads team through monthly forecasting cycle
Monitor inventory pipeline, anticipate and proactively communicate issues, and develop mitigation plans for any pipeline gaps
Drive inventory and replenishment strategies to support assigned categories including resets, promotions, events, seasonal /entry and exit, etc.
Subject matter expert in planning / replenishment systems and thus utilize system capabilities to drive inventory to right location in the right quantity to support sales while ensuring target in-stock levels are achieved
Translates corporate and division goals/objectives into planning and replenishment strategies
Lead replenishment team to ensure proper execution of inventory plans while ensuring desired in-stock levels are achieved
Hires, retains and accelerates talent within the organization