Planning Manager

Planning Manager Inventory & Supply Chain Hybrid (3 Days On-Site) Guadalajara Indefinite Assignment

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Are you a strategic inventory planning professional who thrives on balancing data forecasting and supply chain execution Were seeking an experienced Planning Manager to lead end-to-end inventory planning and supply chain operations for a fast-growing global consumer this highly visible role youll influence inventory strategy optimize product availability and partner cross-functionally to maximize sales profitability and operational efficiency across wholesale ecommerce and direct-to-consumer channels.

If you enjoy transforming data into business decisions building inventory strategies and driving continuous improvement wed love to hear from you.

What Youll Do

• Develop seasonal sales inventory and margin plans that align with business objectives and financial targets.
• Lead Open-to-Buy (OTB) planning and monthly inventory budgeting to optimize inventory investment.
• Build detailed demand forecasts by SKU category season and sales channel using historical trends and market insights.
• Establish replenishment strategies reorder points and inventory policies to maximize product availability while minimizing excess inventory.
• Analyze inventory performance through key metrics including sell-through stock turns weeks of supply forecast accuracy and stockout risk.
• Manage purchase order planning based on demand forecasts while balancing purchasing efficiencies with inventory risk.
• Partner with purchasing and logistics teams to monitor inbound shipments and maintain accurate delivery timelines within ERP systems.
• Oversee strategic inventory allocation across ecommerce wholesale and retail channels to maximize revenue and customer satisfaction.
• Identify inventory imbalances and execute reallocation strategies to improve full-price sell-through.
• Lead inventory control activities including audits reconciliations and discrepancy resolution to maintain data integrity.
• Develop end-of-life inventory strategies including markdowns promotions and liquidation initiatives.
• Deliver accurate inventory reporting and actionable insights to support executive decision-making.
• Create contingency plans to proactively address supply chain disruptions and changing market demand.

What Were Looking For

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration or a related discipline.
• 47 years of experience in inventory planning demand planning merchandise planning or supply chain planning.
• Experience in retail ecommerce consumer products footwear apparel or other product-driven industries preferred.
• Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills with the ability to analyze large data sets and drive business decisions.
• Experience working with ERP or inventory management platforms such as NetSuite SAP Microsoft Dynamics Shopify Cin7 or similar systems.
• Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies inventory optimization replenishment planning and financial inventory management.
• Experience managing Open-to-Buy (OTB) planning and inventory budgets.
• Excellent analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with purchasing merchandising logistics and operations teams.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.

Preferred Skills

• Inventory & Demand Planning
• Sales & Financial Forecasting
• Open-to-Buy (OTB) Management
• Inventory Optimization
• Supply Chain Planning
• ERP Systems
• Data Analytics & Reporting
• Forecast Accuracy & KPI Analysis
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Operational Excellence

What Youll Bring

• Strategic thinking with a hands-on approach to execution.
• Strong business acumen and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced evolving environment.
• Passion for improving processes driving efficiency and delivering measurable business results.

Position Details

• Location: Guadalajara Mexico
• Schedule: Hybrid 3 days per week on-site
• Assignment Type: Indefinite Contract

Join a collaborative global team where your planning expertise will directly influence inventory performance customer experience and business growth. If youre passionate about supply chain strategy and inventory optimization we encourage you to apply today.

TCWGlobal is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age ethnicity gender nationality religious belief or sexual orientation.

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