Strategic Inventory Planning Manager (Hybrid)

Chervon North America; Mooresville (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

PTO

Hybrid work

Job summary

Chervon North America is seeking a Manager, Inventory Planning to lead forecasting, replenishment, and in-stock execution for Lowe's. You will partner with cross-functional teams to optimize product availability and inventory productivity.

Responsibilities include demand forecasting, annual targets, promotional planning, and supplier collaboration. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in inventory planning, strong Excel skills, and proven stakeholder engagement in retail environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain
• 8+ years of experience in inventory planning, demand planning, replenishment, supply chain, or retail inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
• Experience managing customer-facing inventory or replenishment programs within retail, consumer products, manufacturing, or distribution environments.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead inventory planning and replenishment activities for Lowe's, ensuring optimal product availability while balancing inventory investment and service-level objectives.
• Develop and maintain demand forecasts utilizing historical sales data, promotional activity, seasonality, market trends, and customer insights.
• Analyze inventory performance and proactively identify risks, opportunities, and corrective actions to improve in-stock positions and inventory productivity.
• Monitor replenishment execution and partner with Supply Planning, Operations, and Customer Service teams to resolve supply constraints and inventory challenges.
• Establish inventory targets and strategies to support annual business plans and customer objectives.
• Present inventory insights, recommendations, and business performance updates during customer meetings and business reviews.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory planning

Demand planning

Replenishment

Excel

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Retail experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Chervon North America is seeking a Manager, Inventory Planning to lead forecasting, replenishment, and in-stock execution for Lowe's. You will partner with cross-functional teams to optimize product availability and inventory productivity.

Responsibilities include demand forecasting, annual targets, promotional planning, and supplier collaboration. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in inventory planning, strong Excel skills, and proven stakeholder engagement in retail environments.