Planning Manager

Kravet

. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Inventory Planners and Senior Planners .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $85,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory planning and demand forecasting, with a strong focus on strategic leadership, team development, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in utilizing advanced ERP systems and data analysis tools to optimize inventory management and drive performance improvements.

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Inventory PlanningDemand ForecastingERP Systems (Oracle)Team LeadershipData Analysis (Excel/Google Sheets)

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Hard Skills

Demand ForecastingInventory PlanningData AnalysisForecast ModelingSafety Stock ManagementReorder Point EstablishmentPerformance Metrics MonitoringVendor NegotiationSupply Chain ManagementProduct Colorway Management

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingProblem-SolvingCommunicationMentoringDetail-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsExcelGoogle SheetsAsana

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain ManagementMaster's DegreeSupply Chain Certification (APICS)

Industry Keywords

Home DecorTextile IndustryFabric PlanningWallcovering PlanningSKU Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Inventory Planners and Senior Planners
Set team strategy, goals, and priorities and monitor progress toward inventory objectives
Oversee performance management, coaching, and training
Distribute information from upper management to the team
Set and maintain the overall inventory investment strategy across assigned product categories
Direct development of rolling demand forecasts using historical sales data, seasonal patterns, and project pipeline inputs
Establish, audit, and maintain reorder points and safety stock parameters
Monitor inventory health metrics, including aged inventory, stockout risks, and overstock situations
Oversee strategic partnerships with key vendors and negotiate production schedules and order quantities
Coordinate with Purchasing teams on buy quantities, replenishment timing, and supply disruption mitigation
Review supplier delivery and service-level performance and implement improvement plans
Manage inventory exposure across key mills and suppliers
Design and maintain inventory performance dashboards and weekly health reports for senior leadership
Monitor forecast accuracy and bias and implement corrective actions
Implement improvements to planning tools, processes, and reporting
Partner with the Category Management Team to align buying strategies and product/vendor goals
Partner with Sales teams on customer demand insights and project requirements
Collaborate with warehouse and operations teams on stock allocation, replenishment, and goods transportation
Serve as the primary liaison between Planning and senior leadership across Procurement, Category Management, Sales, and Operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience leading and mentoring a team in a complex planning or supply chain environment
Expert-level demand forecasting and inventory planning experience with large SKU assortments
Advanced proficiency in ERP/inventory systems, such as Oracle
Advanced Excel/Google Sheets data analysis skills, including Pivot tables, forecast modeling, and data visualization
Exceptional strategic thinking and critical problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting complex data and strategy to executive leadership
Deep understanding of Weeks of Supply, Sell-through, Safety stock, and Forecast accuracy
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
Curiosity and willingness to learn and grow within the organization
Knowledge and experience using Asana preferred
Fabric, wallcovering, and furnishing planning knowledge preferred
Expertise in fabric and wallcovering yardage planning and managing product colorways/SKUs
Knowledge of vendor production lead times and inventory challenges in stocked wallcovering, fabric, and furnishings
Expert knowledge of mill MOQs and price break structures
Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in Inventory Planning, Demand Planning, or Supply Chain
At least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role required
Home decor or textile industry knowledge preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field required
Master's Degree or Supply Chain Certification, such as APICS, preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote role
Occasional in-person team meetings or collaboration for candidates residing on Long Island
Professional development implied through opportunities to learn and grow within the organization