PRO Inventory Planner
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Job Location:
Pittsburgh, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Exciting News Were Moving!
As part of our continued growth and our commitment to fostering an exceptional collaborative work environment were thrilled to announce that our office will be relocating to a brand-new building at 2000 Innovation Drive Wexford PA 15090 at the beginning of this the meantime hybrid employees will continue working from our current location at RIDC OHara until the transition is complete.
Were excited about this next chapter and look forward to welcoming new team members to our growing organization.
About the Role
We are looking for a highly analytical and solutions-driven Inventory Planning professional to help shape and optimize network inventory performance across our client base. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex supply chain challenges partnering with clients and driving meaningful operational improvements.
You will own SKU-level inventory strategies influence network supply decisions and help implement tools and processes that improve service efficiency and visibility across the supply chain. If you enjoy combining analytics relationship building and continuous improvement this role offers strong visibility and impact across multiple business functions.
What Youll Do
Drive Inventory Performance
- Develop and manage warehouse-specific SKU-level inventory targets to ensure optimal stock availability.
- Identify root causes of inventory performance gaps and implement proactive forward-looking solutions.
- Partner with internal teams and clients to achieve and exceed fill-rate and service level goals.
- Lead lifecycle planning strategies for new product launches and product phase-outs.
Partner with Clients and Cross-Functional Teams
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by providing data-driven recommendations and supply chain insights.
- Collaborate with Transportation Warehouse Operations Finance Engineering and Account Management to improve network performance.
- Support onboarding and integration of new customers into inventory and supply chain processes.
- Communicate operational changes risks and opportunities clearly to stakeholders.
Improve Processes and Technology
- Design and implement scalable inventory planning processes and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Identify opportunities to automate streamline and enhance supply chain workflows.
- Participate in evaluating testing and implementing planning tools and visibility platforms.
- Support master data integrity and configuration within supply chain visibility systems.
Lead Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement
- Investigate supply disruptions and develop corrective and preventative action plans.
- Develop and monitor KPIs that measure operational effectiveness and client success.
- Contribute to strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
- Partner with third-party vendors carriers and distribution partners to support operational success
What Makes You a Great Fit
Required Experience
- 4 years of experience in supply chain inventory planning or advanced analytics supporting supply chain operations.
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Business Logistics Supply Chain or related field or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong understanding of inventory management demand planning and supply planning principles.
- Experience working directly with clients or stakeholders in a consultative or advisory capacity.
- Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate data and analytics into actionable business insights.
Preferred Experience
- 6 years of supply chain or inventory planning experience.
- Experience with supply chain planning platforms such as Blue Yonder JDA Software i2 Technologies or Manugistics.
- Strong analytical tool proficiency including Microsoft Excel Access and IBM Cognos.
- Experience supporting supply chain transformation process improvement or system implementation initiatives.
- Industry certifications such as APICS CSCP PMP Lean or Six Sigma.
Why This Role Is Exciting
- High visibility role with direct client interaction and measurable business impact.
- Opportunity to influence network-wide supply chain strategy and performance.
- Exposure to advanced planning technology and supply chain visibility platforms.
- Collaborative environment that values innovation continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Opportunity to work on complex meaningful supply chain challenges that drive real business results.
Key Skills
About Company
The COMPANY is a retail concept well recognized franchise operator in the Middle East with the head quarters based in Kuwait. The COMPANY with its retail history in the region since 1973 has currently over 15 well know retail franchise brands and 3 in house brands in its growing bran ... View more
