Sr. Planning Manager

Job Description

A high-growth consumer brand is seeking a strategic, hands-on Senior Manager of Planning to lead its Planning & Inventory function. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can translate business goals into clear, actionable planning strategies.

You will be responsible for building and optimizing the processes, tools, and frameworks that drive end-to-end demand planning, inventory management, and forecasting. Your work will ensure the organization delivers the right product, in the right place, at the right time.

This is a highly collaborative position that partners closely with Merchandising, Operations, Finance, and Technology to ensure planning decisions are aligned with overall business objectives and financial targets. You will also lead the development of scalable systems and reporting that support data-driven decisions and increase visibility across the business.

As a senior leader on the Planning team, you will help shape team structure, mentor planners, and drive continuous improvement in planning processes in support of ongoing growth.

Areas of Accountability

Strategic Planning & Process Development

• Build, refine, and scale demand planning and inventory management processes that create clarity and consistency across teams.
• Develop tools, templates, and reporting structures that enhance visibility and enable faster, data-driven decision-making.
• Partner cross-functionally to align business goals with planning frameworks.
• Continuously simplify, systematize, and standardize planning approaches.

Tool & System Implementation

Operational Leadership

S&OP & Cross-Functional Alignment

Analytics & Business Insights

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

This is a full-time, onsite role with consistent in-office presence required.