Strategic Inventory Planner: Forecast, Optimize & Deliver

Premium Guard Inc. (PGI); Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Premium Guard Inc. is seeking a self-motivated Inventory Planner to support effective inventory management across the supply chain. You will develop category and SKU level forecasts, analyze demand trends, and optimize stock levels to meet service goals.

This role requires collaboration with Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to ensure timely replenishment and cost recovery. Strong analytical mindset and experience with ERP systems are essential for generating weekly reports and improving

Qualifications

• Develop category and SKU level inventory forecasts and plans.
• Analyze historical data and demand trends to identify opportunities and risks.
• Manage and optimize inventory levels to meet service goals while reducing excess.
• Establish and maintain target stock levels, safety stock, and surge stock levels.
• Provide weekly supply chain reports using ERP and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop category and SKU level inventory forecasts and plans.
• Analyze historical data and current demand trends to identify opportunities and risks that would enhance the company’s performance.
• Manage and optimize inventory levels to meet service level goals while reducing excess inventory.
• Establish and maintain appropriate target stock levels, safety stock, and surge stock levels
• Timely ordering and follow-up of purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery from vendors.
• Manage SKU level inventory accuracy through partnership with Operations and Inventory Control team.
• Proactively identify and propose actions to move through excess inventory efficiently to achieve the highest margin and cost recovery.
• Support the supply chain manager with the day-to-day planning priorities and projects.
• Utilize ERP system and other reporting tools to generate weekly supply chain reports.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory planning

Data analysis

Supply chain

ERP systems

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Premium Guard Inc. is seeking a self-motivated Inventory Planner to support effective inventory management across the supply chain. You will develop category and SKU level forecasts, analyze demand trends, and optimize stock levels to meet service goals.

This role requires collaboration with Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to ensure timely replenishment and cost recovery. Strong analytical mindset and experience with ERP systems are essential for generating weekly reports and improving