Director, Inventory Planning

TriMark USA is the country’s largest provider of design services, equipment, and supplies to the foodservice industry. We proudly serve our customers by providing design services, commercial equipment, and foodservice supplies across a wide range of industries and business sectors. Headquartered in Massachusetts, with a history dating back to 1896, we have locations across the country that offer foodservice operators an unparalleled level of service by combining our unique design capabilities and our expert market knowledge with the purchasing strength, delivery, installation, and after-sales service capabilities of a national company. Our employees are focused on creating customized solutions for our clients to ensure they achieve their culinary goals while upholding our I.C.A.R.E. values: Integrity, Customer Service, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. For more information, please visit: www.trimarkusa.comWhy you’ll love it here!Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet, and Legal Insurance401kCommunity Service DaySpotlight AwardsNational Sales Excellence AwardsCFSP Prep Certification ProgramPosition SummaryThe Director, Inventory Planning reports to the Chief Supply Chain Officer Located in Lewisville, TXFull-TimeHybridRole SummaryThe Director of Inventory Planning is responsible for leading the enterprise-wide strategy, design, and execution of inventory planning and replenishment across TriMark’s multi-region distribution network.This role ensures the right product is in the right place at the right time—balancing service levels, working capital efficiency, and network capacity. The Director will drive standardization of planning processes, optimize inventory deployment, and leverage ERP and planning tools to enable a more predictive, data-driven supply chain.This leader will play a critical role in aligning demand signals from Sales, supply inputs from Procurement, and operational constraints from Distribution to deliver improved fill rates, reduced excess/obsolete inventory, and enhanced network performance.Core ResponsibilitiesDRP Strategy & Network AlignmentDesign and implement a scalable framework across all distribution centers and regionsAlign inventory planning strategy with network design, transportation flows, and ERP capabilitiesEstablish inventory segmentation strategies (ABC, velocity, critical SKUs) to drive differentiated planning approachesPartner with Supply Chain leadership to support network optimization initiatives and warehouse consolidationsInventory Planning & Replenishment Own enterprise inventory positioning, replenishment logic, and safety stock strategies to include:Develop and maintain safety stock strategies to balance product availability, inventory investment, and service level targetsMonitor inventory buffers and adjust safety stock parameters based on demand variability, lead times, seasonally, and supply riskOptimize safety stock levels across distribution centers and product categories to minimize stockouts and excess inventoryDrive improvements in key metrics: fill rate, inventory turns, backorders, and excess & obsolete (E&O) inventoryEnsure alignment between demand forecasts, purchasing plans, and distribution requirementsSystems, Data & ERP IntegrationLead DRP design and execution within ERP systems (JDE, Infor WMS, or future-state platforms)Partner with IT and ERP teams to enhance planning tools, reporting, and automation capabilitiesEstablish data governance standards to ensure accuracy of item master, lead times, and planning inputsLeverage analytics and reporting to enable proactive decision-making and exception managementCross-Functional CollaborationPartner with Procurement to align supplier lead times, MOQs, and inbound flow strategiesWork closely with Sales to incorporate demand signals, promotions, and large project impactsCollaborate with Warehouse Operations to ensure planning aligns with capacity, labor, and throughput constraintsServe as a key interface between Finance and Operations to balance service levels with working capital targetsProcess Standardization & Continuous ImprovementEstablish standardized DRP processes, cadences, and governance across all regionsImplement KPIs, dashboards, and routines (weekly/monthly) to monitor performance and drive accountabilityLead continuous improvement initiatives leveraging Lean / Six Sigma methodologiesIdentify and eliminate inefficiencies in planning, ordering, and inventory deploymentTeam Leadership & Capability BuildingBuild and lead a high-performing DRP and inventory planning teamDevelop organizational capability in demand and supply planning disciplinesProvide coaching, training, and career development for planning talent across the networkAct as a change leader in driving adoption of new tools, processes, and ways of workingQualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field (MBA preferred)10+ years of experience in inventory planning, supply chain or distribution planning rolesProven experience leading DRP or multi-echelon inventory planning in a complex distribution networkExpertise in Safety Stock and Cycle StockStrong experience with ERP systems (JDE, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and WMS platformsDeep understanding of inventory optimization, replenishment models, and supply chain analyticsExperience in private equity-backed or high-growth, transformation-driven environments preferredLeadership ProfileHighly analytical with strong business and financial acumenSystems thinker—able to connect demand, supply, and network dynamicsOperates with urgency and accountability in a fast-paced environmentStrong cross-functional influencer with the ability to align Sales, Operations, and FinanceChange agent comfortable building structure in evolving environments#SHIndeedThe range provided represents the national average pay range for this position and is considered to be a general guideline. Pay for this position will reflect the candidate’s unique qualifications and may be higher or lower than the range provided based on employee geographic location. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other local, state, and federal law.In addition to base salary, this role will be eligible for participation in TriMark’s’ benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, 401K (with employer match), etc. Leadership positions may also qualify for participation in bonus programs commensurate with role and scope of responsibility.TriMark’s commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging is a purposeful mission of strengthening our organization and those we serve by uniting the unique and beautiful differences of our employees. This mission is instilled in the fiber of who we are as a company, setting the standard for our industry. We are committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and belonging through sharing, education, and experiences.TriMark USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accommodations@trimarkusa.com.Scam Alert: TriMark will never ask an applicant for their social security number or to make a payment related to a job application or job offer, or to pay for workplace equipment. 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