Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. · 2 weeks ago
Manager Inventory Planning & Analytics
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. is seeking a Manager for Inventory Planning & Analytics to lead the development and execution of planning strategies for optimal inventory availability across their global supply chain. This role involves overseeing the Inventory Management System, demand forecasting, supply planning, and resource alignment while collaborating with various departments to drive data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.
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Responsibilities
Lead the deployment and continuous improvement of the Inventory Management System (IMS), integrating demand and supply planning processes to balance forecasted requirements with inventory targets and operational constraints
Translate budgeted demand plans into actionable supply plans across all material categories and fleet operations, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
Supervise and develop a team of Supply Chain Planners, providing coaching, performance feedback, and opportunities for skill enhancement
Drive the planning calendar and cadence (weekly, monthly, quarterly) to support Supply Chain Management initiatives, including IMS deployment and global inventory optimization
Monitor supply chain performance and budget adherence, proactively managing inventory levels and initiating corrective actions to address variances or exceptions
Identify and mitigate supply risks such as shortages, regulatory constraints, or production delays through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Develop and maintain planning-related data, key performance indicators (KPIs), and reporting tools to inform decision-making and identify emerging trends
Partner with IT and systems teams to enhance planning tools and ensure the integrity of master data, with a primary focus on IMS and MXP systems. Champion continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing planning accuracy, inventory health, and service level performance
Represent the Inventory Management and Planning function in executive reviews, operational planning sessions, and strategic projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Supply Chain Management, Finance, Data Analytics, Business Administration, or related field
Minimum of seven years of progressive experience in demand planning, supply planning, or Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) within a complex or global supply chain environment
At least three years of proven leadership experience in people management or planning roles, demonstrating the ability to guide and develop teams
Demonstrated expertise in leading cross-functional planning processes and utilizing advanced planning software, such as JDA, O9, SAP, Oracle, or Kinaxis
Proven capability to manage multiple material categories, diverse stakeholders, and various planning horizons, including both short- and mid-term strategies
Extensive knowledge of demand forecasting and supply planning principles
Strategic mindset with a strong focus on operational execution
Advanced analytical, forecasting, and modeling abilities
Demonstrated leadership and team development skills
Exceptional communication and influencing capabilities across functions and organizational levels
Proficiency in Excel, planning software, and data visualization platforms
Expertise in KPI development and performance management
Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills
Experience in designing and developing dashboards and scorecards
Preferred
Preferred experience in regulated or high-complexity industries, such as cruise, hospitality, manufacturing, or retail
Company
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$9.26BKey Investors
L CattertonApollo
2025-09-09Post Ipo Equity· $81.29M
2025-09-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.3B
2025-06-26Post Ipo Debt· $786M
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