Macmillan · 12 hours ago
Sr Manager, Inventory Planning
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expMacmillan is seeking a Senior Planning Manager to join the team. This role will drive sales and inventory strategies across multiple channels, ensuring the right product is in the right place at the right time. The Senior Planning Manager will own inventory management, replenishment, and in-season allocation, using data-driven insights to optimize performance.
BooksEducationInternetMedia and EntertainmentPublishing
Responsibilities
Support the Vice President of Inventory Planning in maintaining optimal inventory levels while minimizing product costs and stockouts
Forecast demand for new titles by analyzing historical sales data, market trends, and release schedules to optimize inventory investment
Lead weekly cross-functional meetings with publishers and Sales teams to review backlist performance and upcoming new releases, identifying reprint needs and risks
Actively participate in weekly publishing meetings by analyzing results, reporting performance, and highlighting issues and opportunities
Monitor sales and inventory performance against forecasts, providing regular updates to key stakeholders and adjusting strategies as needed to consistently meet or exceed business goals
Drive inventory optimization through strategic stock reallocations, warehouse consolidations, and end-of-life inventory management
Prepare and present clear, data-driven reports that highlight performance, risks, opportunities, and actionable recommendations for senior leadership
Serve as a proactive and agile partner in a dynamic environment, responding to ad hoc requests and driving alignment across teams to achieve shared business objectives
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in inventory planning, allocation, or related roles, with demonstrated success at the Manager level
Strong forecasting, financial modeling, and inventory optimization capabilities; advanced Excel proficiency required
Excellent cross-functional communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance data-driven decisions and brand priorities
Preferred
Power BI experience strongly preferred
Company
Macmillan
Macmillan Publishers is a book publishing company.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
William Schwalbe
Publisher at Large
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