National Accessories Inventory Planning Manager

SUMMARY

Leads the strategic planning and optimization of Subaru of America's accessory inventory network, directing a team of Inventory Planners and collaborating cross-functionally to align inventory investment, supply flow, and operational execution with business objectives.

Drives planning processes, systems, and inventory strategies that enhance customer experience, support sales growth, maximize profitability, and ensure the efficient distribution of accessories across Regional Distribution Centers, port facilities, independent distributors, and export operations.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES


* Lead, develop, and manage a team of Inventory Planners and a Planning Analyst.

Establish departmental priorities, performance objectives, succession plans, and talent development strategies.

Build organizational planning capability through coaching, mentoring, and performance management while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.


* Develop and execute national inventory strategies that balance inventory investment, product availability, service levels, and operational efficiency.

Define inventory planning policies, stocking strategies, allocation methodologies, and replenishment approaches to optimize inventory productivity and working capital performance.

Lead strategic inventory reviews and planning initiatives that support business growth and inventory optimization.


* Serve as the primary planning leader and subject matter expert for accessories inventory strategy.

Partner with Product Development, Finance, Distribution, IT, and Supply Chain stakeholders to drive alignment, resolve business challenges, and support organizational objectives.

Present strategic recommendations and insights to senior leadership.


* Direct forecasting and inventory planning processes to support business growth, changing market conditions, and customer demand.

Guide development of long-range forecasts, inventory plans, and scenario analyses that improve planning accuracy and decision-making.


* Lead inventory planning activities supporting new product introductions, model launches, product transitions, and end-of-life inventory strategies.

Ensure inventory readiness while minimizing excess inventory and obsolescence risk throughout the product lifecycle.


* Establish inventory risk management strategies and oversee the identification, escalation, and mitigation of supply risks.

Lead contingency planning efforts to ensure inventory availability, business continuity, and achievement of customer service objectives.


* Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning processes, reporting capabilities, systems functionality, and analytical tools.

Partner with IT and business stakeholders to drive automation, planning system enhancements, and data-driven decision making.


* Monitor and drive performance against key inventory, service, and forecasting metrics.

Partner with Finance to ...