Inventory Planner, WFM Culinary Bakery and Prepared Foods

Amazon; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking an Inventory Planner for WFM Culinary Bakery and Prepared Foods in Austin, TX. The role focuses on supply chain management, inventory optimization, and production planning to ensure optimal stock levels and cost efficiency across business units.

Key duties include strategic planning, forecasting, KPI monitoring, and cross-functional collaboration with procurement, operations, and finance. Base salary ranges from $64,000 to $111,900 per year, with standard Amazon benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical abilities with data-driven decision making.
• Advanced Excel skills and data analysis.
• Attention to detail and effective communication.
• Experience defining requirements using data and metrics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute inventory planning strategies.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends and risks.
• Create forecasting models for demand planning.
• Monitor inventory performance metrics and KPIs.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations and finance.

Skills

Strong analytics

Data-driven decisions

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Tools

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Inventory Planner, WFM Culinary Bakery and Prepared Foods

Job ID: 10415457 | Amazon.com Services LLC

The Inventory Planner position focused on supply chain management, inventory optimization, and production planning across various Amazon business units. This role combines analytical expertise with strategic planning to ensure optimal inventory levels and operational efficiency.

Key job responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Analysis
• Develop and execute inventory planning strategies to optimize stock levels and minimize costs
• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Create and maintain forecasting models for demand planning and inventory optimization
• Drive process improvements and transformation initiatives within supply chain operations
• Operational Excellence
• Monitor and manage inventory performance metrics and KPIs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, operations, and finance
• Ensure optimal inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing carrying costs
• Support supply chain transformation and process redesign initiatives
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Use analytical tools and statistical modeling to solve complex business problems
• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for leadership teams
• Develop performance metrics to measure progress against key objectives

Basic Qualifications

• Experience demonstrating strong analytical abilities and confidence in the use of data
• Knowledge of Excel at an advanced level
• Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
• Experience defining requirements and using data and metrics to draw business insights
• Experience working in fast paced environments, and managing workload even during times of stress, or escalated activity

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with perishables, fresh food, or time-sensitive inventory management
• Background in supply chain transformation or process redesign initiatives

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, TX, AUSTIN - 64,000.00 - 111,900.00 USD annually