Inventory Planner - Lowe's Pro Supply

Lowe's Pro Supply Inventory Planner

The Lowe's Pro Supply Inventory Planner is responsible for developing and implementing inventory strategies for a group of product categories that support both merchandising strategies and financial objectives. Responsible for creating and implementing item level inventory plans for both Stores and Ecommerce, achieving desired in-stock levels and planned inventory turns. The Inventory Planner will work closely with cross functional teams including but not limited to merchants, vendors, transportation and distribution to deliver desired results.

Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for implementing and maintaining item/location level inventory plans for a group of product categories
Manage monthly forecasts cycle for product categories
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure inventory strategies are aligned
Partner with replenishment team to ensure proper execution of inventory plans, ensuring desired instock levels are achieved
Monitor inventory pipeline, anticipate and proactively communicate issues, and develop mitigation plans for any pipeline gaps
Drive inventory and replenishment strategies to support assigned categories including resets, promotions, events, seasonal /entry and exit, influencing cross functional stakeholders
Subject matter expert in planning / replenishment systems and thus utilize system capabilities to driveinventory to right location in the right quantity to support sales while also improving inventory productivity
Analyzes business performance, develops insights and translates into strategies to drive sales and inventory productivity
Monitor and report on important changes and/or challenges in a timely manner to support sales and financial objectives

Required Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
4+ years experience in demand, merchandise planning, replenishment or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and MS office
Strong analytical skills
Self-driven and highly motivated
Approaches problems with curiosity and is solution oriented
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment