Inventory Planner

Petit Clair is a growing fashion brand with a strong retail presence and a loyal customer base. As we continue expanding across retail and direct-to-consumer channels, we are seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Planner & Coordinator to help ensure our products are in the right place at the right time. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, tracking inventory movement, and collaborating with vendors and internal teams to keep operations running smoothly.The Role The Inventory Planner & Coordinator will be responsible for managing inventory levels across multiple retail locations, placing purchase orders, tracking production and deliveries, and ensuring inventory accuracy across systems. This role plays an important part in supporting sales growth, preventing stock shortages, and minimizing excess inventory.Responsibilities Inventory PlanningMonitor inventory levels and forecast purchasing needsPlace purchase orders with factories based on inventory and sales projectionsTrack open purchase orders by product category, quantity, and total costMonitor production schedules and delivery timelinesInventory AllocationAllocate purchase order quantities across store locationsEnsure each location receives the correct inventoryUpload and receive inventory across all locationsMaintain accurate inventory records across systemsInventory ReconciliationReconcile received inventory with vendor packing lists and purchase ordersIdentify and resolve inventory discrepanciesMaintain organized documentation of adjustmentsSales & Performance MonitoringReview weekly sell-through performanceReplenish inventory based on sales trendsHelp maintain balanced inventory across locationsCommunicationCoordinate with vendors, factories, warehouses, and internal teamsProvide updates on shipments, production delays, or inventory issuesQualificationsPrevious experience in retail, fashion, or inventory planning requiredStrong understanding of inventory management and stock controlStrong Excel skills (data organization, formulas)Highly organized with strong attention to detailComfortable working with numbers and inventory dataStrong communication and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentWhy Join Petit ClairGrowing fashion brandCollaborative and entrepreneurial environmentOpportunity to play a key role in retail operationsSecond Description (Updated Role Scope & Market Feedback)Search InsightsApproximately 7 candidates have been interviewed so farMost candidates have been heavily focused on buying/purchasing rather than analytical inventory planningThe process includes: initial interview, assessment test, and in-office interviewFeedback indicates candidates struggled with more analytical and detail-oriented aspects of the roleTop 3 Critical SkillsStrong analytical skills and attention to detailAdvanced Excel proficiencyAbility to understand and work with data, numbers, and line-item analysisAdditional areas of emphasis:Ecommerce experience (product uploads, inventory tracking)Ability to review and interpret detailed line itemsComfort working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented companyBenefits:Health insurancePaid time off