Director of Integrated Planning & Inventory Operations

Director of Integrated Planning & Inventory Operations Scotts Valley Headquarters - Scotts Valley, CA 95066 Apply Overview Salary Range $90,000.00 - $130,000.00

Salary Position Type Full Time Category Manufacturing Apply Description Job Purpose Summary :

The Director of Integrated Planning & Inventory Operations facilitates work between Purchasing and Planning/Production Control to maximize efficient demand planning, inventory management, returns processing, and shipping level oversight under a single point of accountability. This individual will own end-to-end inventory health across both manufactured and vendor inventory with a primary mandate of eliminating out-of-stock conditions and building the systems and team capabilities to sustain optimal inventory availability.

Key result to be achieved:

Inventory Planning and Forecasting:

Lead integrated demand and supply planning across manufactured and vendor product lines, accounting for differing lead times, MOQs, and production constraints. Develop and maintain short- and long-range forecasting models that drive purchasing, production scheduling, and inventory positioning decisions. Own in-stock rate as a primary KPI; establish targets, track performance, and drive corrective action.

Returns Management :

Take ownership of the returns function, including processing workflows, disposition decisions (restock, liquidate, destroy), and root cause analysis. Use returns data to inform demand planning adjustments and vendor performance management. Partner with Quality and Regulatory on returned product handling and supplement compliance requirements.

Shipping and Fulfillment Levels:

Oversee shipping level strategy in coordination with logistics and fulfillment partners to ensure inventory is positioned to meet demand signals. Monitor and respond to fill rate, on-time shipping, and order cycle time metrics. Identify and resolve bottlenecks that contribute to out-of-stock outcomes at point of sale or fulfillment.

Cross-Functional Integration:

Serve as the primary liaison between Sales, Procurement, Operations, and Finance on matters of inventory availability and supply constraints. Lead a regular S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) cadence or equivalent cross-functional planning forum. Partner with vendor brand managers on forecast inputs and vendor replenishment performance. All other tasks as assigned by Threshold management.

Qualifications Qualifications:

8+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, demand planning, or inventory management; consumer goods, nutraceuticals, or manufacturing environment strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience managing both owned/manufactured and third-party/vendor product lines. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in ERP systems and planning tools (NetSuite, SAP, or equivalent). Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives without direct authority over all stakeholders. People management experience required; experience building or restructuring a team preferred. Bachelor's degree required; MBA or supply chain certification (APICS/CSCP) a plus. Share job details to