Senior Inventory Strategy Manager (Retail & Wholesale)
14 days ago
New York
Job Description Senior Inventory Strategy Manager (Retail & Wholesale) Brooklyn, NY (Full-Time | In- Office) $125K–$175K (DOE) Position Overview A wholesale manufacturer is seeking an exceptional Senior Inventory Strategy Manager to take full ownership of inventory planning across a multi-channel retail and eCommerce business. This individual must have direct experience working with major retail partners (Costco, Walmart, big-box retail, wholesale accounts — not just Amazon) and understand retailer demand cycles, order timing, and replenishment expectations. This role owns inventory completely ,open orders, forward-looking sales projections (30/60/90 days), forecasting accuracy, retail fulfillment readiness, and executive reporting. We need reliable data and insight we can make decisions on. Non-Negotiable Qualifications * 5+ years in retail inventory management, demand planning, or forecasting * MUST have worked directly with retail partners (Costco, Walmart, big-box retailers, wholesale accounts) * Experience managing retail order cycles, replenishment timing, and sell-through planning * Proven track record building and owning forecasting models * Advanced Excel mastery (pivot tables, complex formulas, forecasting & scenario modeling required) * Experience managing open POs and multi-channel inventory allocation * Strong reporting experience with executive-level visibility Key Responsibilities * Own total inventory strategy across retail and eCommerce channels * Track and manage all open orders and inbound inventory * Ensure retail partners have product availability aligned with demand cycles * Forecast 30/60/90-day sales and align purchasing accordingly * Develop inventory analytic reports leadership can rely on * Monitor sell-through, velocity, and inventory turns by channel * Prevent stockouts and excess inventory through proactive planning * Provide accurate, data-driven forecasting and reporting to support business decisions * Maintain clear visibility into inventory health at all times Apply Now: