Inventory Planner

Sysco

. Achieve inventory management goals for aligned suppliers, including customer service, purchase order accuracy, minimal spoilage and shrink, and low Days Sales Outstanding .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeWest Palm Beach • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory management and purchasing, with a strong focus on optimizing supply chain processes, executing replenishment strategies, and maintaining high service levels. Proficient in using inventory systems and tools to manage SKU counts and resolve replenishment issues effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Inventory Management ExperienceProficient Excel SkillsStrong Communication SkillsTactical Replenishment ExecutionKnowledge of Product Forecasting

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Hard Skills

Inventory ControlReplenishment StrategiesPurchase Order ManagementSupplier NegotiationData AnalysisSKU ManagementForecastingRecords ManagementPurchasing DynamicsProblem Resolution

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProactive AttitudeMultitasking AbilityAdaptabilityOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Manhattan Demand Planning Replenishment ToolSalesforce 360DPR ScorecardsDashboardsMerchandising KPIs

Industry Keywords

Retail EnvironmentWholesale DistributionSupply Chain Best PracticesCustomer ServiceDays Sales OutstandingAged InventoryObsolete InventorySpoilageShrinkCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Achieve inventory management goals for aligned suppliers, including customer service, purchase order accuracy, minimal spoilage and shrink, and low Days Sales Outstanding
Execute replenishment strategies supporting shipping, receiving, warehousing, order filling, picking, packing, inventory control, and records management
Use inventory systems, supplier and item-level settings, and supply-chain best practices to achieve optimal inventory and service levels
Maintain inventory levels while maximizing customer service
Manage inventory DSO, aged inventory, obsolete inventory, spoilage, and shrink
Collaborate with local, market, and corporate merchandising teams, suppliers, and other functional areas
Use the Manhattan Demand Planning Replenishment tool, DPR scorecards, dashboards, and merchandising KPIs
Work with logistics and Inbound Planning to maximize supply-chain, receiving, and warehousing efficiencies
Manage SKU counts and resolve replenishment issues
Execute purchasing and timely system setup for new items
Process Salesforce 360 requests, including NISR and MSR requests
Monitor market conditions and seasonal trends within corporate and market guidelines
Manage commodity purchasing dynamics and execute enterprise purchasing initiatives
Confirm purchase orders for pricing and quantity
Investigate and resolve late or missing purchase orders
Respond to and resolve Cora requests

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma required
Bachelor's degree preferred
3+ years of experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for 3 years of Inventory Management/Purchasing experience
Experience working within a retail, wholesale or distribution environment
Inventory Management/Purchasing experience in a distributor with 10,000+ SKUs preferred
Proficient Excel skills
Strong communication skills with stakeholders on product service-level gaps
Ability to work cross-functionally across the enterprise
Superb attention to detail and follow-up
Proactive attitude to highlight and address issues
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Ability to adapt to changing company priorities
Understanding and execution of standard replenishment processes and best practices
Excellent tactical replenishment execution skills
Solid organizational and planning skills
Ability to negotiate with suppliers to execute the inventory depletion process
Knowledge of product forecasting
Currently authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits information provided at https://SyscoBenefits.com
Opportunity to grow personally and professionally
Opportunity to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization
Opportunity to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations