Sr. Inventory Planning Analyst

Liquid I.V.; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k with company match

13+ paid holidays

Wellness classes

Employee Assistance Program

Tech and wellness reimbursements

Infinite Liquid I.V. hydration

Job summary

Liquid I.V. is seeking a Senior Analyst, Inventory Planning to lead strategic inventory management and SLOB reduction, partnering with Sales, Operations and Finance to drive data-driven decisions and optimize working capital.

The role focuses on audits, root-cause analysis, cross-functional governance, and continuous improvement to minimize waste and improve forecasting accuracy. This hybrid position requires collaboration across teams and effective communication with leadership.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Supply Chain or Planning roles (CPG preferred).
• ERP and MRP experience (MS Dynamics, Kinaxis a plus).
• Strong verbal communication and written proficiency to stakeholders.
• Proven ability to interact with cross-functional stakeholders thoughtfully.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with tact and initiative.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Highly organized and dependable.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, diverse environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain audit-compliant SLOB reports for inventory health across Sales, Operations, Finance.
• Present root-cause analyses and corrective actions to mitigate future risks.
• Lead cross-functional reviews to offload or repurpose excess inventory profitably.
• Provide actionable insights to leadership on aging and obsolescence.
• Oversee write-off approvals in line with policy.
• Coordinate with supply and material planning to minimize waste per project.
• Manage end-of-life (EOL) processes for finished goods and raw materials.
• Generate monthly inventory projections for distribution to Finance and teams.
• Partner with Demand Planning, Procurement and Supply Planning to resolve gaps between projected and actual inventory levels.
• Incorporate future initiatives, promotions, and product transitions into planning.
• Serve as SME for inventory and waste; lead governance meetings.

Skills

Cross-functional comms

Analytical thinking

Data-driven decisions

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain/Operations/Math

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Kinaxis

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Liquid I.V.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the role. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to the company’s mission, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Liquid I.V.
We are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know that the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives that encourage new ways of solving problems, so we strive to attract and develop talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
Liquid I.V. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

About Our Team

We are a world-class team of innovators and passionate change-makers, looking to develop transformative hydration solutions and make a meaningful impact on the world around us.
At Liquid I.V., we are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve.
Our team members enjoy a flexible and inclusive working environment, a highly collaborative and innovation-forward culture, generous benefits and perks that empower employees to champion their wellbeing every day, as well as an infinite supply of Liquid I.V. for extraordinary hydration.

About The Role

The Senior Analyst, Inventory Planning is responsible for leading strategic inventory management and SLOB reduction to ensure optimal working capital. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to drive data-driven decision-making, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Functions and duties of this role include, but not limited to:

• Develop and maintain an audit-compliant SLOB (Slow-Moving and Obsolete) report to support inventory health assessments across Sales, Operations, and Finance.
• Communicate SLOB findings with clear root cause analysis and corrective actions to mitigate future inventory risks.
• Lead cross-functional reviews with Sales and Commercial Finance to offload or repurpose excess inventory profitably.
• Deliver actionable insights and recommendations to leadership to drive strategic decisions around inventory aging and obsolescence.
• Oversee provisioning and approvals for all write-off requests in alignment with corporate policy.
• Work with supply and material planning to ensure transitions are accurately projected to drive minimal waste for each project.
• EOL (End of life) management of finished goods and raw materials.

Inventory Projections

• Generate monthly inventory projections for distribution to Finance and Unilever Core Teams.
• Identify and drive opportunities for inventory reduction.
• Collaborate with Demand Planning, Procurement, and Supply Planning to analyze and resolve gaps between projected and actual inventory levels.
• Anticipate and incorporate the impact of future business initiatives, promotions, and product transitions into inventory planning.

Leadership and Strategic Impact

• Serve as the subject matter expert for inventory and waste.
• Lead cross-functional governance meetings to ensure alignment on inventory performance, risk management, and recovery actions.
• Support digital transformation initiatives by implementing tools and systems that improve visibility, forecasting, and reporting efficiency.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, coaching team members and driving standardization across processes.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in Supply Chain or Planning related roles, preferably in a CPG
• Experience with ERP and MRP systems, Microsoft Dynamics and Kinaxis is a plus
• Strong verbal communication and demonstrated written proficiency to stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to interact with cross functional stakeholders and colleagues in a thoughtful and attentive manner
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, think tactically as well as strategically. Demonstrating objectivity, delivering results, and showing initiative
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Highly organized and dependable
• Comfortable working in a very diverse, fast-paced environment, adhering to tight deadlines
• Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Supply Chain, Operations, Mathematics, or related field)
• Highly Proficient in Microsoft Excel

What We Give

• 100% company-paid medical, dental and vision insurance for employees (PPO, HMO and Kaiser options).
• A 401k plan with company match, short and long-term disability coverage.
• A generous PTO and sick policy that includes 13+ paid annual holidays.
• Wellness classes (fitness, mental health, nutrition, finance, etc.).
• An Employee Assistance Program, including membership for guided meditation for all employees.
• Monthly tech and wellness reimbursement.
• An infinite supply of Liquid I.V. for endless hydration!

Work Environment

• This role is hybrid

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the role. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to the company’s mission, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Liquid I.V.
We are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know that the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives that encourage new ways of solving problems, so we strive to attract and develop talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
Liquid I.V. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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