Manager Inventory Planning

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Job Description Summary

The Manager of Inventory Planning for the General Merchandise/Seasonal assortment will work closely with the Category Management team developing their assortment and store allocations. Develop inventory plans and strategies based on demand forecasts, lead times and service level targets. Assess inventory reports to identify potential risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement. Individuals should be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, adjusting priorities as needed to meet deadlines. Assist in management of purchase orders, order validation and purchase order tracking. Innovate new inventory planning tools, software, and enhance system efficiency.

What you will do

• Develop inventory plans and strategies based on demand forecasts, lead times, and service level targets.
• Analyzes supplier inventory and forecasts to determine reorder needs and/or service risk.
• Conducts regular inventory analysis to identify potential gaps or risks that could impact store sales.
• Assesses inventory reports to identify potential risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Assists in the management of purchase orders, order confirmations, and delivery tracking.
• Implements inventory planning tools, software, or systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Directs individuals to manage multiple projects simultaneously, adjust priorities, and meet deadlines while maintaining the highest level of attention to detail.
• Coaches more junior colleagues in inventory planning techniques, processes, and responsibilities.

For this role you will need Minimum Requirements

• Hybrid role, onsite 1-2 times/week in Woonsocket, RI
• 5+ years Planning/Inventory work experience
• Adept at problem solving and decision-making skills
• Adept at collaboration and teamwork
• Adept at growth mindset (agility and developing yourself and others) skills
• Adept at planning, executing, and supporting skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in SQL code preferred.

Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) preferred

Anticipated Weekly Hours
40

Time Type
Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$66,330.00 - $145,860.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

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  Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
  
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  No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
  
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  Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
  

For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefits

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 01/05/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.