Global Inventory Planning Leader

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company; Friday Harbor (WA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

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Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company is seeking an Inventory Planning Manager to lead global inventory planning and optimization across complex product portfolios, manufacturing networks, and supply chain operations.

You will partner with senior leaders to align inventory strategies with revenue, cash flow, and service levels, while building a high-performing team and driving digital transformation initiatives. This role offers hybrid work with 2 days in-office weekly.

Qualifications

• Typically 12+ years of experience in inventory management, supply planning, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and complex global supply chain initiatives.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking, strategic problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead global inventory planning strategies aligned with revenue, supply availability, customer service, and working capital objectives.
• Establish inventory policies, target-setting methodologies, safety stock strategies, and multi-echelon buffer optimization.
• Drive inventory governance across product portfolios, manufacturing partners, suppliers, and distribution networks.
• Lead quarterly and annual inventory planning, inventory projections, and financial target alignment.
• Lead the development and adoption of advanced inventory planning capabilities, including MEIO, predictive analytics, AI/ML, digital twins, and scenario simulation.

Job description

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company is seeking an Inventory Planning Manager to lead global inventory planning and optimization across complex product portfolios, manufacturing networks, and supply chain operations.

You will partner with senior leaders to align inventory strategies with revenue, cash flow, and service levels, while building a high-performing team and driving digital transformation initiatives. This role offers hybrid work with 2 days in-office weekly.