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The LPS Inventory Planning Manager is responsible for both the planning and execution of inventory for a group of product categories. This role develops and leads a team of Replenishment Specialists and Planning Analysts to ensure that planning and replenishment strategies are aligned. The position is accountable for achieving in-stock goals while meeting financial objectives, and for setting the strategic direction for the team. This role partners with merchants, vendors, transportation, and distribution to deliver on inventory strategies and objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Lead and develop a team responsible for implementing and maintaining item/location level inventory plans.

+ Analyze business performance, generate insights, and translate them into strategies to drive sales and inventory productivity

+ Lead team through the monthly forecasting cycle.

+ Monitor the inventory pipeline, proactively communicate issues, and create mitigation plans for gaps.

+ Drive inventory and replenishment strategies to support resets, promotions, events, seasonal entry and exit.

+ Act as a subject matter expert in planning and replenishment systems to ensure inventory is optimized.

+ Translate corporate and division goals into actionable planning and replenishment strategies.

+ Ensure replenishment execution aligns with financial and in-stock targets.

+ Recruit, retain, and develop talent within the team.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field required, or equivalent experience. Master’s degree preferred.

+ 5–7 years of experience in demand planning, merchandise planning, replenishment, or related field required. Experience managing and developing teams strongly preferred.

+ Strong leadership and people development skills.

+ Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.

+ Expertise in inventory and replenishment systems

+ Ability to translate strategy into execution.

+ Excellent collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional partners.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) required.

_Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law._

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.