Senior Manager, Inventory Planning and Replenishment

Softcard (acquired by Google)

. Develop and execute inventory strategies aligned with enterprise priorities and financial objectives .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory management, supply chain operations, and performance improvement initiatives, with a strong focus on leadership, collaboration, and strategic planning. Capable of driving organizational transformation and fostering a high-performance culture through effective coaching and development.

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Inventory ManagementSupply Chain OperationsPeople LeadershipInventory Performance ImprovementAdvanced Planning Systems

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Hard Skills

Inventory PlanningReplenishmentForecastingData AnalysisPerformance Measurement

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationStakeholder ManagementCollaborationAccountability

Tools & Technologies

Inventory Optimization ToolsForecasting PlatformsAdvanced Planning CapabilitiesAutomation ToolsAnalytics Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

MBAAdvanced Degree

Industry Keywords

RetailAutomotive AftermarketDistributionMulti-Echelon Supply ChainBusiness Insight

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute inventory strategies aligned with enterprise priorities and financial objectives
Translate business objectives into actionable inventory planning initiatives
Drive improvements in inventory productivity, service levels, customer availability, and working capital performance
Evaluate inventory risks and opportunities across multiple business areas
Lead inventory planning decisions balancing customer service, inventory investment, and profitability
Lead multiple teams, managers, or large planning functions
Create a high-performance culture centered on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Establish priorities, goals, performance expectations, operating rhythms, governance processes, and performance management systems
Partner with Merchandising, Supply Chain, Finance, Distribution, Store Operations, and Technology leaders
Influence enterprise decisions through expertise, data, and business insight
Resolve cross-functional issues impacting inventory performance
Lead planning transformation initiatives, system implementations, and process redesign efforts
Drive adoption of advanced planning capabilities, automation, analytics, and modernized planning tools
Establish key performance measures, organizational scorecards, and executive-level insights
Develop managers and future organizational leaders through coaching, development plans, and succession strategies
Monitor organizational performance, ensure accountability, and promote standardization and best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Economics, Finance, Analytics, Mathematics, or related field
8-12 years of experience in inventory planning, replenishment, supply chain, merchandising, retail operations, analytics, or related disciplines
3+ years of people leadership experience, including leadership of managers or large teams
Demonstrated success leading inventory performance improvement initiatives
Strong understanding of inventory management, replenishment, forecasting, and supply chain operations
Experience leading cross-functional business initiatives
Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management capabilities
Preferred: experience in retail, automotive aftermarket, distribution, or multi-echelon supply chain environments
Preferred: experience leading large-scale inventory planning organizations
Preferred: experience with advanced planning systems, inventory optimization tools, and forecasting platforms
Preferred: experience leading organizational transformation initiatives
MBA or advanced degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Occasional travel may be required
Ability to work extended hours as needed during peak business cycles or project demands