Demonstrates expertise in inventory planning and optimization, leveraging advanced analytical skills and tools to drive inventory efficiency and financial performance. Collaborates cross-functionally to align inventory strategies with business objectives and leads initiatives for continuous improvement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Inventory OptimizationMEIOERP SystemsAdvanced Analytical SkillsCross-Functional Communication

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOraclePythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute inventory plans across finished goods, components, raw materials, and strategic inventory buffers
Own inventory target recommendations, safety stock policies, and buffer optimization using MEIO and advanced planning methodologies
Evaluate inventory positioning across suppliers, manufacturing locations, regional hubs, and distribution centers
Analyze demand variability, supply constraints, lead times, service-level requirements, and replenishment strategies
Identify opportunities to reduce excess inventory while maintaining supply continuity and customer commitments
Monitor inventory turns, days of inventory, excess and obsolete inventory, aging, and inventory coverage
Develop inventory projections and identify risks to quarterly and annual inventory targets
Partner with Finance, Supply Planning, Procurement, and Manufacturing on inventory reduction and working capital improvement opportunities
Conduct root-cause analysis of inventory variances and develop corrective action plans
Support inventory exposure assessments, liability reviews, and mitigation strategies
Leverage AI/ML, predictive analytics, automation, and scenario modeling to improve inventory planning decisions
Develop analytical models to evaluate inventory trade-offs, supply risks, and financial implications
Support digital transformation initiatives including MEIO, MRP Digital Twin, and inventory health dashboards
Identify opportunities to automate manual inventory reporting, analysis, and decision-making
Partner with Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Fulfillment, and Finance to align inventory strategies with business objectives
Lead complex inventory improvement initiatives across multiple product portfolios and manufacturing partners
Provide data-driven recommendations to business leaders on inventory investments, supply continuity, and financial trade-offs
Mentor junior planners and contribute to process standardization and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically 6–10 years of experience in inventory planning, supply chain planning, materials management, operations, or related functions
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Business, Finance, or related field
Experience with global manufacturing, complex supply networks, and inventory optimization
Strong expertise in inventory optimization, safety stock, MEIO, MRP, and inventory replenishment
Advanced analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving capabilities
Proficiency in ERP and planning systems such as SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, o9, or equivalent
Experience with Power BI, SQL, Python, Excel, or similar analytical tools
Understanding of working capital, inventory valuation, E&O, and inventory financial performance
Strong cross-functional communication, influencing, and project leadership skills
Ability to evaluate complex inventory trade-offs and translate insights into actionable business recommendations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing
Personal and professional development programs
Career development opportunities
Flexible work arrangements to manage work and personal needs
Hybrid work arrangement with an average of 2 days per week from an HPE office
Inclusive workplace culture
Equal Employment Opportunity workplace

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Hard Skills

Inventory PlanningSafety Stock ManagementFinancial ModelingDemand Variability AnalysisReplenishment StrategiesRoot-Cause AnalysisPredictive AnalyticsScenario ModelingInventory ValuationWorking Capital Management

Soft Skills

Project LeadershipInfluencing SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

SAPOracleKinaxisO9Power BISQLPythonExcel

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain PlanningMaterials ManagementGlobal ManufacturingComplex Supply NetworksInventory Financial Performance