Principal Planner, Inventory Control

BoehringerPRD•Duluth, GA

About The Position

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees. The Principal Planner, Inventory Control is a strategic role responsible for planning and managing inventory across multiple business areas, including finished goods, poultry products, retail channels, and warehousing/shipping supplies. This position ensures optimal inventory levels to support customer demand, minimize risk, and maintain operational efficiency. Acting as a key link between supply chain functions, commercial teams, and logistics partners, the Principal Planner drives inventory optimization, and process standardization to enable scalability and cost-effectiveness.This role leverages advanced planning tools, data analytics, and cross-functional collaboration to balance supply and demand, mitigate risks, and maintain compliance with organizational and regulatory standards. By managing complex inventory requirements and implementing best practices, the Principal Planner enables efficient operations and superior customer service while supporting Boehringer Ingelheim’s business continuity and growth objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
3-5 years of experience in inventory planning or supply chain operations.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
Must be 18 years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

APICS CPIM or CSCP certification preferred.
This position requires strategic thinking, analytical expertise, and strong organizational skills to manage complex inventory requirements.
Effective communication and collaboration are essential for working across functions and with external partners.
The role demands adaptability, problem-solving capabilities, and proficiency in planning systems and data analysis tools to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain inventory plans for finished goods, poultry products, retail channel items, and warehouse supplies.
Monitor inventory levels and adjust plans to prevent stockouts or excess inventory.
Utilize advanced planning tools and ERP systems (SAP) for accurate forecasting and replenishment.
Track and analyze warehouse space and capacity at the distribution center level to optimize inventory allocation and storage efficiency.
Partner with Demand Planning, Supply Chain, Customer Care, and Commercial teams to align inventory strategies with business objectives.
Coordinate with 3PL providers and transportation teams to ensure timely product availability.
Identify potential inventory risks and implement contingency plans.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal SOPs for inventory management.
Cross-trains and serves as a backup for both Inventory Control peers to ensure continuity of routine and critical operations.
Completes special projects and assists other employees as needed.
Analyze inventory performance metrics and provide actionable insights.
Develop dashboards and reports to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
Standardize inventory planning processes across multiple product categories.
Drive initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and support scalability.