Director, Inventory Optimization and Operations Planning

Keurig Dr Pepper; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 156,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability insurance

401k with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive equity

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper in Frisco, TX, seeks a Director of Inventory Optimization and Operations Planning to lead enterprise-wide inventory strategy, S&OP processes, and planning capability transformation. You will partner with senior leaders across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, and Commercial to align goals and deliver measurable improvements in service, working capital, and efficiency.

This role requires 8+ years in supply chain planning, strong analytical rigor, and hands-on experience with

Qualifications

• 8+ years in supply chain planning with progressive leadership responsibility.
• Strong leadership and expertise in end-to-end inventory optimization principles.
• Strong data analysis skills and working knowledge of o9 MEIO Core configuration and stock calculations.
• Experience with a leading strategy consulting firm or in consumer goods or retail products.

Responsibilities

• Lead Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and MEIO-driven inventory targets.
• Turn MEIO outputs into actionable recommendations for leadership.
• Set DOH targets and ERP/IBP policy settings.
• Drive cross-functional inventory optimization across the network.
• Advise on capacity planning aligned with demand growth for 12+ months.
• Build cross-functional coalitions and drive alignment with senior leaders.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Leadership

Data analysis

Inventory optimization

Tools

SAP

o9 MEIO Core

Job description

Job Overview

The Director of Inventory Optimization and Operations Planning is responsible for leading enterprise-wide inventory optimization initiatives, sales and operations execution (S&OE) processes, inventory policy governance, and planning capability transformation, including mid-range capacity planning. Working closely with senior leaders across Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Commercial, Finance, and Logistics, this role drives business decisions requiring strategic, financial and operational analysis to unlock growth, reduce working capital and warehouse space needs, improve service performance, and operational efficiency through data-driven analysis and cross-functional collaboration.

Operating with a high degree of autonomy and influence, this position serves as the business lead for inventory optimization and planning policy development, translating long-term business objectives into actionable inventory strategies, operating models, and planning recommendations. The Director will lead highly visible, enterprise-wide initiatives, driving decisions and providing recommendations to senior and top management to improve service, reduce inventory investment, mitigate obsolescence, and support sustainable business growth.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience driving results in inventory optimization, supply chain planning, and integrated business planning processes though direct and indirect leadership combined with a demonstrated ability to lead large-scale change initiatives through collaboration, influence, and analytical rigor. Blending strong internal capabilities with creative, external perspectives, the successful candidate will shape the S&OP process, implement supply chain inventory strategies, facilitate process improvements, and provide strategic guidance on key business decisions across the organization. With direct access to senior executives, this individual will lead highly visible projects that will have a significant impact on the direction and performance of the company and will be a trusted advisor to senior leadership and champion continuous improvement across the end-to-end supply chain.

Position responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of leadership and contribute to the development and execution of the Sales and Operations Planning team, while leading and executing operational and organizational strategies and plans
• Lead cross-functional inventory optimization efforts; working closely with senior Commercial & Supply Chain leadership, enabling our supply chain network to adapt and scale to accommodate business growth, removing barriers and mitigating risks that impact inventory working capital, while ensuring customer, operational and business needs are met.
• Lead end-to-end inventory planning by turning o9’s Core MEIO outputs into actionable recommendations that are presented to senior leadership to define annual inventory targets. Position will serve as the MEIO business subject‑matter expert with detailed knowledge of MEIO configuration, parameters, and logic. This person will be critical to interpret business and technical requirements, as well as drive education and adoption across the planning team.
• Implement clear inventory targets and establish Days on Hand (DOH) settings and policies within our Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and Integrated Business Planning tools (o9) that will have significant impact on the company’s financial results (e.g. inventory working capital position) and that need to be balanced to avoid service disruptions & customer fines
• Develop, implement, and lead cross functional sales and operations execution (S&OE) processes that support and align with the S&OP process
• Work cross functionally to design, model, and optimize inventory across the supply chain network to ensure the right product is in the right place, at the right time at lowest landed cost
• Provide recommendations to senior leadership on manufacturing and warehousing capacity planning on 12+ month timeframe focused on meeting regional demand growth (e.g., from innovation, service challenges or new product launches, etc.)

• Support capacity investment / divestment decisions aligned with broader strategic objectives and long‑range demand volume plans
• Build cross‑functional coalitions across teams with different perspectives and drive alignment among senior leaders with actionable analysis
• Accountable for driving financial results particularly on working capital and obsolescence reduction while ensuring that strategy is executed successfully to change business outcomes
• Structure and define approach to new strategic, operational & financial problems

• Develop Supply Chain Planning Center of Excellence to drive advanced optimization, adoption, and continuous improvement across the enterprise

Total Rewards

• Salary range $155,500 - $225,000
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
• Benefits, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off, 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility
• Long-term incentive equity based on eligibility

Requirements

• 8+ years in supply chain planning with progressive leadership responsibility, ideally within CPG, food & beverage, or another high-volume manufacturing/distribution environment.

• Strong leadership and expertise in end-to-end inventory optimization principles

• Strong data analysis skills and working knowledge of ‘o9 MEIO Core’ configuration, data, and inventory safety stock calculations and principles
• Experience with a leading strategy consulting firm or in consumer goods or retail products
• Strong leadership skills, including strategic thinking, project leadership, collaboration, and influencing skills as well as ability to manage ambiguity
• Demonstrate very strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills and the ability to learn and adapt quickly
• Experience working with ERP systems, SAP preferred
• Good oral and written communication skills - the ability to communicate at senior leadership levels with ability to quickly gain credibility
• Outstanding collaboration skills, with proven ability to work with multiple stakeholders across business lines to accomplish shared goals and manage expectations
• High level of maturity and interpersonal skills

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well‑being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law

A.I. Disclosure

KDP uses artificial intelligence to assist with initial resume screening and candidate matching. This technology helps us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications align with our open roles. AI does not make hiring decisions; all decisions throughout the hiring process are made by talent acquisition team members.