Director of Planning & Inventory Management

Fleet Farm Careers•Appleton, WI

15h

About The Position

At Fleet Farm, we don’t just sell products—we deliver experiences. With a legacy rooted in trust, service, and community, we’re on a mission to elevate our brand, optimize our operations, and ensure our customers always find what they need, when they need it. As we continue to grow, we’re seeking a strategic, forward-thinking, and results-driven Director of Planning & Inventory Management to lead the way in inventory strategy and operational excellence. Your Impact As our Director of Planning & Inventory Management, you will be the driving force behind how we forecast, plan, and manage inventory across our stores and supply chain. From shaping high-level strategies to ensuring flawless execution, you will deliver the right products in the right quantities—optimizing working capital, reducing supply chain costs, and supporting the company’s growth and financial goals. You will lead a talented team of planners and analysts, while collaborating across Merchandising, Supply Chain, Store Operations, and Finance to ensure that inventory planning and execution align with business objectives and provide a seamless experience for our customers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
10+ years of retail planning, inventory management, or supply chain experience.
5+ years of leadership experience managing teams of planners, analysts, or similar functions.
Proficiency with JDA (Blue Yonder) Demand & Fulfill or comparable planning software.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable strategies.
Proven ability to establish scalable processes and maintain effective controls.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence across functions.
Highly organized, adaptable, and capable of working under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Lead the Strategy: Develop and implement long-term planning and inventory strategies that balance customer needs, sales growth, and financial performance.
Drive Accurate Forecasting: Lead the demand planning process to ensure precise, data-driven forecasting and purchasing decisions.
Optimize Inventory Management: Oversee procurement, allocation, and inventory control to maximize in-stock performance while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
Cross-Functional Partnership: Work closely with Merchandising, Supply Chain, Store Operations, and Finance to align inventory strategies with sales, promotions, and seasonal planning.
Enhance Processes & Systems: Champion continuous improvement initiatives, leverage technology (e.g., JDA/Blue Yonder), and implement tools and processes to improve forecasting accuracy and operational efficiency.
Lead & Inspire: Build, coach, and mentor a high-performing planning and inventory team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence.
Measure & Drive Results: Track and improve performance metrics including fill rates, sell-through, inventory turnover, and working capital efficiency.