Inventory Planning Supervisor

XPEL, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

XPEL, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Planning Supervisor to lead a team of planners ensuring uninterrupted supply across a growing network of distribution and installation centers. You will drive end-to-end planning, stock strategies, and demand forecasting to meet service levels.

You will use Oracle NetSuite and NetStock, analyze forecast accuracy, and collaborate with Sales, Operations, Manufacturing, Finance, and Product Management within the S&OP framework.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 1 year of experience in supply-chain management or related role.
• Experience with ERP systems including Oracle NetSuite and SAP ECC.
• Experience with EOQ, Reorder Point, Safety Stock, and MRP techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supply chain planning across distribution and installation centers.
• Manage inventory planning with stocking strategies, reorder points, safety stock, and demand alignment.
• Develop and maintain demand forecasts using historical data and seasonal trends.
• Analyze forecast accuracy with KPIs (MAPE/WAPE) and adjust models.
• Oversee intercompany shipments and supplier risk assessments.

Skills

Forecasting & analytics

Excel (Advanced)

SQL queries

Cross-functional liaison

SOP/SCM knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

NetStock

Power BI/Tableau

Excel (Power Query, Solver, VBA)

Job description

Job Summary

The Inventory Planning Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of planners in ensuring an uninterrupted supply of goods. Core Duties Responsible for leading end-to-end supply chain planning across a rapidly expanding network of distribution and installation centers. Lead and manage the team of supply planner/s to ensure an uninterrupted supply of raw materials, finished products from external & internal suppliers. Manage inventory planning across all company-operated facilities by determining stocking strategies, setting reorder points, calculating safety stock, and aligning supply with demand forecasts and service level targets. Develop and maintain statistical demand forecasts using historical sales data, customer input, and seasonal trends. Analyze forecast accuracy using KPIs such as MAPE/WAPE and adjust planning models accordingly. Utilize ERP and planning software (Oracle NetSuite and Netstock) to manage planning data, execute replenishment workflows, and support exception-based planning. Oversee intercompany and intracompany shipments to ensure inventory alignment across subsidiaries, install shops, and distribution warehouses. Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as Sales, Operations, Manufacturing, Finance, and Product Management through the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process. Execute supply chain risk mitigation strategies in response to disruptions, including buffer stock policies, scenario modeling, and supplier risk assessments.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related, and one year (12 months) of experience in the job offered or a related supply-chain management role. Also requires one (1) year of experience in the following: 1) Conducting procurement workflows using ERP systems including Oracle NetSuite and basic SAP ECC, covering purchase order generation, vendor/item master data maintenance, sourcing preferences, multi-level approvals, and 3-way match configuration to ensure end-to-end purchasing accuracy; 2) Applying inventory and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) techniques including Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), Reorder Point, Safety Stock, and Min/Max strategies to drive replenishment decisions; 3) Developing multi-variable cost models and dashboards using Advanced Excel (including Power Query, Solver, nested formulas, VBA automation, and OLAP pivots) and Power BI/Tableau (with DAX and M language) to support landed cost modeling, procurement KPIs, and data-driven supplier decisions; 4) Designing advanced SQL queries with JOINs, window functions, CTEs, and CASE logic to extract procurement intelligence from relational ERP databases; 5) Performing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis and international sourcing optimization, Incoterm impact evaluation (including Free-on-Board, Cost-Insurance-and-Freight, and Delivered-Duty-Paid), freight modeling, supplier benchmarking, and PPV tracking using Excel and NetSuite Analytics Workbooks; 6) Applying Lean and Six Sigma (Green Belt) methodologies including 5S, DMAIC, SIPOC, and Root Cause Analysis (5 Whys) to streamline the purchase-to-pay cycle, eliminate waste, and prepare procurement processes for AI and automation readiness via ERP-integrated digital workflows.

EOE XPEL is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Since the day XPEL was founded, we’ve strived to provide the best possible products, services, and support for customers and installers alike. With a comprehensive array of offerings for automotive, watercraft, home, and office applications, there’s sure to be a solution to fit your needs.