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Caleres, Inc.

Manager, Inventory Planning

Novato, CA · On-site

Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as a Manager, Inventory Planning in Novato, CA ... No matter your style, we've got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount across ...

Dufry

Inventory Management Specialist

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$25.29 - $28.10/hr

Associate or Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management a plus! * Proficiency in SAP or similar inventory management systems. * Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (data entry, reporting ...

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What is an associate inventory manager?

Associate Inventory Managers are professionals responsible for supporting the management and oversight of a company's inventory. They help track stock levels, process orders, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure inventory accuracy to minimize shortages or overstock situations. Typically, they work under the supervision of a senior inventory manager and use inventory management systems to maintain records and optimize inventory flow. Their role is crucial in ensuring that products are available when needed while reducing excess inventory costs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate inventory manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Inventory Manager, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience with inventory control processes, often supported by a degree in supply chain management or a related field. Familiarity with inventory management software (such as SAP or Oracle), barcode/RFID systems, and Excel is typically required. Excellent organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help you coordinate with teams and resolve discrepancies efficiently. These skills ensure accurate stock levels, minimize losses, and support smooth operations in supply chain environments.

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Associate Inventory Managers often encounter challenges such as maintaining accurate stock levels, dealing with supply chain disruptions, and optimizing warehouse space. To address these issues, it's important to implement robust inventory tracking systems, conduct regular audits, and develop strong relationships with suppliers. Additionally, collaborating closely with purchasing, sales, and logistics teams helps to predict demand and prevent both overstock and stockouts, ensuring smooth operations.

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Manager, Inventory Planning

Novato, CA • On-site

Caleres, Inc.
Retail • 10K+ employees
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Posted 6 days ago

Caleres rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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Job description

Caleres Vionic Office – Novato, 7 Hamilton Landing, NOVATO, California, United States of America

Job Description

Founded in 1878, Caleres is a global footwear company comprised of some of the world’s most loved brands including Famous Footwear, Sam Edelman, Vionic, Naturalizer, Dr. Scholl's, Allen Edmonds and many more. Caleres' legacy includes 145+ years of craftsmanship, a passion for fit with a mission to inspire people to feel great…feet first.

Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as a Manager, Inventory Planning in Novato, CA, where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact by driving inventory investments, optimizing supply planning strategies, and ensuring product availability across our portfolio of brands. If you have a passion for planning, enjoy solving complex business challenges, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect role for you! As a member of our team, you'll be part of a company that values results, caring, and learning.

What will you be doing?

  • Lead : Lead the supply planning process to ensure demand fulfillment, drive inventory productivity, and support business objectives across multiple brands and product categories. Manage and develop planning resources while fostering cross-functional collaboration and accountability.
  • Drive: Drive style, color, and vendor-level buy plans that balance inventory investments with sales opportunities. Execute and manage high-volume purchase order entry, creation, and maintenance as a core responsibility, communicate supply forecasts, negotiate deliveries, and partner with supply chain teams to ensure capacity requirements and open-to-buy plans are achieved.
  • Partner: Partner closely with Sales, Product Development, Costing, Merchandising, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to align inventory strategies, address planning gaps, and support key business initiatives. Facilitate inventory review discussions and contribute to S&OP decision-making processes.
  • Analyze: Analyze inventory performance, category trends, size and width selling patterns, production metrics, and supply constraints to identify opportunities and risks. Leverage planning tools and data insights to support inventory optimization and improve decision‑making.
  • Develop: Develop and maintain supply plans, production schedules, purchase orders, and purchasing strategies that maximize inventory productivity while supporting customer demand. Continuously improve planning processes, reporting capabilities, and system utilization to drive operational efficiencies and business results.

Perks you will enjoy!

  • Our Shoe Discounts: No matter your style, we've got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount across Famous Footwear and Caleres brands
  • Benefits that Start Day One: To learn more details about our total rewards including 401k, health benefits and PTO, visit yourcaleres.com
  • Get Paid When You Want : Access your money as you earn it and request your earnings before payday
  • Mental Wellness: Your mental health is important to us, and we offer free, 24/7 confidential support and resources through CompPsych EAP for eligible associates
  • Relaxed Dress Code: At Caleres, we believe that the right shoes can take you anywhere, and your authentic self is always in style. Feel free to leave your professional attire in the back of your closet!

Qualifications that make you the perfect fit!

  • Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field
  • 5+ years of inventory planning, business planning, or supply chain experience

Caleres is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. We believe our company should be as diverse as theconsumerswe serve. We seek and engage talented individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, lifestyles, and belief systems.

Caleres is invested in our Associates. We regularly review our pay matrices and update appropriately based on need. Starting pay is determined by several factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. The actual pay will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to thejoblocation. Please visityourcaleres.com to review all associated benefits.

Caleres Vionic Office – Novato, 7 Hamilton Landing, NOVATO, California, United States of America

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The name Caleres comes from the Latin word calēre meaning to glow with passion or intensity. It’s that passion that helped our founder, George Warren Brown, forever change the way the world felt about fit. Before our company was born, shoemakers typically made the same shoe for both the right and left foot and it was difficult to distinguish shoes made for men and women. As a global footwear company, home to a diverse portfolio of loved and admired brands, Caleres has been ferocious about fit since 1878. The Caleres story is most simply defined by the company's mission: Inspire people to feel great...feet first. This includes creating sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We offer retailers and consumers a carefully cultivated portfolio of leading brands. Outfitted in our brands, customers can step confidently into every aspect of their life.

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Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US

Year founded

1878

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