Blue Nile · 1 month ago
Manager, Inventory Planning
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expBlue Nile is a jewelry company with a technology soul, seeking a strategic and data-driven Inventory Planning Manager to lead inventory management across its brands. This role involves shaping inventory policy, driving cross-functional alignment, and optimizing inventory strategies to balance availability and efficiency.
E-CommerceJewelryRetail
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end inventory management strategy, balancing service levels, working capital, and margin objectives
Continuously assess and optimize the Asset vs. Just-in-Time SKU mix, using data-driven insights to challenge the status quo and enhance efficiency
Define SKU classification and stocking policies (ABC/XYZ), safety stock levels, and days-on-hand targets
Drive optimization of our inventory positioning across digital and stores channels
Collaborate with Finance and Merchandising to align inventory strategy with business growth and profitability goals
Translate demand forecasts into executable fulfillment plans across a global network of vendors
Develop and maintain net requirement and replenishment models across the supply network
Support omnichannel fulfillment operations, ensuring alignment between stores, warehouses, and e-commerce
Partner with the Merchandise team to jointly manage vendor relationships, focusing on alignment, forecast accuracy, and delivery performance rather than transactional oversight
Work collaboratively on supplier capacity planning, delivery scheduling, and production readiness to support new launches and seasonal peaks
Collaborate closely with the Manufacturing Inventory Director to align production planning, capacity utilization, and inventory positioning
Drive joint continuous improvement initiatives that maximize end-to-end supply chain efficiency, lead-time reduction, and flexibility
Lead development and reporting of KPIs including fill rate, inventory turns, stockouts, and excess inventory
Provide insights into inventory health and root-cause analysis for deviations from target metrics
Drive the use of BI tools and predictive analytics to enhance planning accuracy and decision-making
Oversee seasonal inventory build and transition plans for collections and high-volume periods
Collaborate with cross-functional partners on end-of-season strategies, markdowns, and lifecycle management
Lead risk assessment and contingency planning for potential disruptions in supply or demand
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field
5+ years of experience in inventory management, supply planning, or operations (including at least 1 year in a leadership capacity)
Proven ability to develop and execute inventory strategies aligned with financial and operational objectives
Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration with Merchandising, Manufacturing, and Operations
Advanced Excel and ERP/MRP system proficiency (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Strong BI and analytics skills (Tableau, Power BI, SQL)
Strategic thinker with a data-driven decision-making approach
Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills
Analytical problem solver able to manage complexity across global networks
Continuous improvement mindset focused on efficiency and scalability
Ability to communicate effectively across organizational levels
Preferred
APICS CPIM, CSCP, or CLTD certification
Lean or Six Sigma certification
Experience in luxury goods, fashion, or premium retail
Experience with planning systems such as Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, or equivalent
Understanding of network optimization and multi-echelon planning
Benefits
Hybrid Work Environment
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Flexible Spending Account | Health Savings Account
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discount
Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Company
Blue Nile
Blue Nile is an online retailer selling certified diamonds, engagement rings and fine jewelry.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$62.01MKey Investors
Vulcan Capital
2022-08-09Acquired
2004-05-20IPO
2003-04-11Series E· $7.01M
Leadership Team
John Yhggg
Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Blue Nile Corporation
Sarath Duvvuri
Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Blue Nile Corporation
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