Inventory Planning & Analysis Manager

Westman Atelier

Inventory Planning & Analysis Manager optimizing inventory and material requirements for clean luxury cosmetics brand Westman Atelier. Driving MRP, purchasing needs, KPI analysis, and working-capital efficiency.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory planning, control, and analysis, with a strong focus on Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and inventory management principles. Proficient in utilizing advanced analytical skills and tools to optimize inventory availability and support financial analysis.

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Material Requirements Planning (MRP)Inventory Management PrinciplesAdvanced Microsoft ExcelNetSuite ERP ExperienceAnalytical and Mathematical Skills

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Hard Skills

Inventory PlanningProcurementMaterials PlanningSupply Chain OperationsData AnalysisForecastingInventory ValuationVariance AnalysisInventory KPI DevelopmentInventory Controls

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

MRP SystemsERP SystemsPower BITableau

Industry Keywords

Cosmetics IndustryBeauty IndustryPersonal CareConsumer Packaged Goods (CPG)

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee all aspects of inventory planning, control, and analysis
Optimize inventory availability while balancing MOQ/EOQ-based cost, demand, and operational efficiency
Own and maintain the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system
Translate demand forecasts and production plans into purchasing requirements
Monitor inventory health through key performance metrics
Quantify future purchasing needs for raw materials, packaging components, and finished goods
Communicate purchasing requirements to Purchasing
Identify and resolve material shortages, excess positions, and supply constraints
Analyze inventory turns, days of inventory on hand, aging stock, and obsolescence risk
Recommend corrective actions for slow-moving, aging, or obsolete stock
Develop and maintain inventory KPI dashboards and reports
Present findings to the CFO and senior leadership
Support month-end and year-end close, inventory valuation, reserve calculations, and variance analysis
Reconcile physical and cycle counts against system records and investigate discrepancies
Coordinate with Supply Chain, Purchasing/Procurement, Production, Sales, and Finance
Support budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and working capital analysis
Drive continuous improvement of inventory planning processes, systems, and tools
Ensure compliance with internal controls and applicable regulatory requirements
Support internal and external inventory audits
Report to the CFO

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
6+ years of experience in inventory planning, procurement, materials planning, or supply chain operations
Experience preferably within cosmetics, beauty, personal care, or related consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry
Demonstrated experience with MRP/ERP systems; NetSuite strongly preferred
Strong understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and inventory management principles
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and forecasting
Experience with BI/reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau is a plus
Strong analytical and mathematical skills
Understanding of production workflows, inventory transactions, goods receipt processes, and inventory controls
Financial acumen concerning inventory costs, operational impacts, and stock adjustments
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust suite of health benefits
Wellness perks
401k
Paid parental leave
Remote position