Inventory Replenishment Manager

Lowe's Companies, Inc.; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowe's Companies, Inc. in Mooresville, NC is seeking an Inventory Replenishment Manager to lead replenishment specialists and optimize stock across categories. You will partner with Inventory Planning, Merchandising, and Supply Chain to balance inventory and drive sales growth.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, team development, and improving replenishment processes in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years in retail, manufacturing, or supply chain.
• 5+ years in inventory planning, replenishment, or related areas.
• 1+ years leading professional-level associates.
• Strong understanding of replenishment in retail or distribution.
• Experience with replenishment systems and forecasting tools.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision making.
• Ability to partner cross-functionally and influence decisions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of replenishment specialists with clear priorities.
• Oversee day-to-day replenishment to maintain desired inventory levels.
• Monitor in-stock rates, turns, weeks of supply, and vendor fill rates.
• Identify risks and opportunities; propose action plans.
• Collaborate with Inventory Planning and Merchandising on strategies.
• Coordinate with Distribution Centers and Store Operations to resolve issues.
• Escalate significant supply disruptions with solutions.
• Drive PO flow and replenishment to support events (resets, promotions).
• Implement replenishment system enhancements and best practices.
• Ensure consistency in processes and inventory controls.
• Use data to identify trends and support decisions.
• Foster accountability and customer-focused culture.

Skills

Analytical thinking

People leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Replenishment systems

Forecasting tools

Reporting applications

SAP

Oracle

Blue Yonder

Manhattan

Job description

Do your Best Work in Mooresville

This position is based at our headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina. Our corporate office is a space where you can collaborate and do your best work. Take a walk, grab a bite (or a cup of coffee), work out or get a check-up – we invest in you so you can find your inspiration.

Your Impact

The Inventory Replenishment Manager is accountable for inventory flow execution that drives in stock and product availability for the customer across multiple merchandise categories, channels, and distribution networks. This is accomplished by leading a team of replenishment specialists who execute replenishment strategies that support strong in-stock performance, healthy inventory levels, and profitable sales growth across assigned merchandise categories or business areas. This leader partners closely with Inventory Planning, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Store Operations, and Finance to ensure inventory is positioned to meet customer demand while balancing operational constraints and inventory productivity goals. The Inventory Replenishment Manager develops team capability, drives execution excellence, and continuously improves replenishment processes in a fast-paced retail environment. The role requires strong people leadership, analytical thinking, collaboration, and the ability to influence cross-functional partners to deliver business results.

What You Will Do

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of replenishment specialists by providing clear priorities, regular feedback, performance management, and career development.
• Manage day-to-day replenishment execution to ensure appropriate inventory levels based on demand patterns, seasonality, promotional activity, resets, and supply constraints.
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators including in-stock rates, inventory turns, weeks of supply, and vendor fill rates.
• Identify inventory risks and opportunities and develop action plans to improve in stock levels while minimizing excess inventory.
• Partner closely with Inventory Planning and Merchandising to ensure replenishment execution aligns with inventory strategies and business objectives.
• Collaborate with Inventory Planning, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Distribution Centers, and Store Operations to resolve inventory issues and improve inventory execution.
• Escalate significant supply disruptions, demand changes, or execution risks with recommended solutions to minimize business impact.
• Drive purchase order flow and replenishment execution to ensure timely and accurate inventory movement inclusive of purchase order placement to support key events such as resets, promotions, seasonal flow; and that purchase orders are placed to meet both DC and store target arrival dates.
• Drive implementation of replenishment system enhancements, process improvements, and operational best practices.
• Drive consistency in replenishment processes, inventory controls, and operational standards across the team.
• Utilize reporting and system data to identify trends, measure performance, and support data-driven decision making.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus within the team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or a related field; or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable
• 7+ years of experience in retail, manufacturing, or supply chain.
• 5+ years of experience in inventory planning, replenishment, merchandise planning, demand planning, retail operations, merchandise buying, or assortment planning.
• 1+ years of people leadership experience managing professional-level associates.
• Strong understanding of replenishment processes and inventory management principles within a retail, wholesale, omni-channel, or distribution environment.
• Experience using inventory replenishment systems, forecasting tools, and reporting applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to partner cross-functionally and influence business decisions using data and analysis.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence cross-functional partners.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple initiatives and lead effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills/Education

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or a related field
• Experience in a large-scale retail or omnichannel environment.
• Experience with Relex, SAP, Oracle, Blue Yonder, Manhattan, or similar replenishment platforms.
• Knowledge of inventory optimization, forecasting concepts, and supply chain processes.

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than$86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Lowe’s is a core value S&P 500 equity stock and a dividend aristocrat. Based inMooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.