CSC Generation · 16 hours ago
Director of Inventory Planning & Optimization
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expCSC Generation is a company that operates Sur La Table, which offers a premium selection of kitchen goods and culinary expertise. The Director of Inventory Planning & Optimization is responsible for leading inventory planning and merchandise control across all channels, utilizing advanced analytics and AI to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.
AnalyticsFinanceRetailSoftware
Responsibilities
Own the centralized merchandise control function, including allocation and replenishment strategies across stores and digital channels
Design inventory strategies that support merchandising and marketing plans while balancing service levels, margin, and working capital
Establish and maintain inventory guidelines in coordination with the merchandise group
Provide high-level locational guidance to the Allocation team to ensure optimal in-stock position by store and channel
Ensure inventory levels support the business based on trend, forecast, and plan
Forecast sales, receipt flow, inventory, and margin projections to maximize sales and profitability while minimizing risk
Develop and establish annual and seasonal financial budgets by department, rolling up to company targets
Provide financial expertise and decision support to Buyers, including sales opportunities, gross margin liabilities, and marketing risks
Lead scenario modeling and risk/opportunity analysis related to demand volatility, supply constraints, and cost pressures
Evaluate and analyze program effectiveness and make recommendations to improve inventory planning and merchandising processes
Design and implement scalable, standardized planning processes that reduce manual effort and improve decision quality
Lead continuous improvement initiatives across forecasting, allocation, replenishment, and in-season management
Establish clear planning cadences, governance, and KPI frameworks
Lead the development and use of advanced analytical and financial models for demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and scenario planning
Own the roadmap for AI adoption across the Planning & Allocation organization, partnering with the VP of Planning & Allocation to drive functional transformation
Ensure AI-enabled tools, models, and automation are standardized, adopted, and sustained across teams — moving beyond pilot use cases to embedded operating processes
Drive adoption of AI and automation to enhance forecasting accuracy, exception management, and replenishment decisioning
Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership
Partner with Technology and Analytics teams to influence planning system enhancements
Serve as Team Leader for cross-functional initiatives, providing clear direction while managing multiple seasons simultaneously
Direct and develop inventory planning teams and internal support functions in execution of strategic initiatives
Partner with Marketing, Merchandising, and Supply Chain to align inventory plans with promotional and strategic priorities
Act as a thought leader within the merchandising organization, driving alignment between strategy and execution
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive experience in inventory planning, merchandise planning, or supply chain analytics within retail
Deep expertise in forecasting, inventory control, allocation, and replenishment
Strong financial and analytical skills, including modeling and scenario analysis
Proven experience leading process improvement and transformation initiatives
Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional partners and senior leadership
People leadership experience with a track record of developing high-performing teams
Experience with store-level localization strategies, including assortment differentiation, demand variability, and inventory optimization by store cluster, region, or customer profile
Benefits
Paid time off policies
401(k)/RRSP match
Medical/dental/vision and a variety of supplemental policies
Employee discounts at our portfolio companies
Company
CSC Generation
CSC Generation develops a proprietary technology platform designed to save brands from liquidating.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (2)
2024 (1)
2023 (5)
2022 (7)
2021 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-08-27Series E
2021-10-01Series D
2019-01-01Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Justin Yoshimura
Founder, Chairman and CEO
Recent News
2025-07-19
2025-03-28
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