Manager, Inventory Planning

This range is provided by Blue Nile. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$110,000 - $130,000 per year

R2net – James Allen & Blue Nile is a jewelry company with a technology soul. R2

Net Inc. is an innovative technology company that provides e‑commerce and supply chain platforms to connect the entire span of the diamond industry’s ecosystem, including manufacturers, retailers, and consumers.

We are seeking a strategic and data‑driven Inventory Planning Manager to lead the strategy and execution of inventory management across our digital brands Blue Nile and James Allen. This role is central to shaping inventory policy and driving cross‑functional alignment to balance availability, efficiency, and brand exclusivity.

In this role, you will own the inventory management strategy, leveraging advanced analytics to continuously challenge the asset vs. just‑in‑time SKU mix for optimal efficiency, margin, and customer satisfaction. You will partner closely with Merchandise, Fulfilment, and Manufacturing teams to ensure inventory strategies support commercial priorities, operational and manufacturing synergies.

• 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 Merchandise to jointly manage vendor relationships, focusing on alignment, forecast accuracy, and delivery performance rather than transactional oversight
• Collaborate 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

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field
• APICS CPIM, CSCP, or CLTD certification preferred
• Lean or Six Sigma certification valued
• 5+ years of experience in inventory management, supply planning, or operations (including at least 1 year in a leadership capacity)
• Experience in luxury goods, fashion, or premium retail preferred
• 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)
• Experience with planning systems such as Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, or equivalent
• Strong BI and analytics…