Inventory Planner - Global Demand & Supply Planning

Caleres, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30% discount across brands

Benefits start day one

Get paid when you want

Mental wellness resources

Relaxed dress code

Job summary

Caleres, Inc. in Novato, CA is seeking an Inventory Planner to create and manage brand-wide buy plans, aligning production and inventory levels across multiple plants.

This role supports demand planning and S&OP processes with analytical insights to drive performance and mitigate delays. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in inventory or supply chain planning, a business-focused degree, and strong cross-functional collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field.
• 5+ years of inventory planning, business planning, or supply chain experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage Inventory & Production Planning: Create and manage style/color-level buy plans across multiple manufacturing plants.
• Support Demand Planning & S&OP Processes: Provide analytical support for the consensus demand planning process.
• Drive Supply Chain Performance: Analyze production delays, negotiate solutions, and communicate impacts to key stakeholders.
• Collaborate Across Global Teams: Participate in factory planning meetings to address capacity and constraint issues.
• Navigate Purchase Order Requirements: Manage and mitigate challenges associated with high PO entry requirements, ensuring timely execution while balancing operational and business needs.
• Effective Communication: Communicate changes, risks, and recommendations to support informed business decisions.

Skills

Inventory planning

Demand planning

S&OP processes

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Job description

Founded in 1878, Caleres is a global footwear company comprised of some of the world’s most loved brands including Famous Footwear, Sam Edelman, Vionic, Naturalizer, Dr. Scholl's, Allen Edmonds and many more. Caleres' legacy includes 145+ years of craftsmanship, a passion for fit with a mission to inspire people to feel great…feet first.

Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as an Inventory Planner in Novato, CA, where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact and shape the future of our renowned brands. If you have a passion for fashion, are eager to learn and have an eye for detail, this is the perfect role for you! As a member of our team, you'll be part of a company that values results, caring and learning.

What will you be doing?

• Manage Inventory & Production Planning: Create and manage style/color-level buy plans across multiple manufacturing plants.
• Support Demand Planning & S&OP Processes: Provide analytical support for the consensus demand planning process.
• Drive Supply Chain Performance: Analyze production delays, negotiate solutions, and communicate impacts to key stakeholders.
• Collaborate Across Global Teams: Participate in factory planning meetings to address capacity and constraint issues.
• Navigate Purchase Order Requirements: Manage and mitigate challenges associated with high PO entry requirements, ensuring timely execution while balancing operational and business needs.
• Effective Communication: Communicate changes, risks, and recommendations to support informed business decisions.nve
  
  

Perks you will enjoy!

• Our Shoe Discounts: No matter your style, we’ve got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount across Famous Footwear and Caleres brands
• Benefits that Start Day One: To learn more details about our total rewards including 401k, health benefits and PTO, visit yourcaleres.com
• Get Paid When You Want: Access your money as you earn it and request your earnings before payday
• Mental Wellness: Your mental health is important to us, and we offer free, 24/7 confidential support and resources through CompPsych EAP for eligible associates
• Relaxed Dress Code: At Caleres, we believe that the right shoes can take you anywhere, and your authentic self is always in style. Feel free to leave your professional attire in the back of your closet!
  
  

Qualifications that make you the perfect fit!

• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field
• 5+ years of inventory planning, business planning, or supply chain experience
  
  

Caleres is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. We believe our company should be as diverse as the consumers we serve. We seek and engage talented individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, lifestyles, and belief systems.

Caleres is invested in our Associates. We regularly review our pay matrices and update appropriately based on need. Starting pay is determined by several factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. The actual pay will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Please visit yourcaleres.com to review all associated benefits.

Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer: Please beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate Caleres, contacts will use @caleres.com email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a Caleres employee, please refer to our fraudulent recruiting statement found here: https://www.caleres.com/careers/be-aware-of-recruiting-fraud