What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Replenishment Senior Specialist position at Lowes?
Your Impact
The Inventory Replenishment Senior Specialist (IRSS) is responsible for interpretation and execution of the inventory plans for their respective business category. The IRSS analyzes replenishment data and makes key decisions to manage inventory needs to drive sales and return on investment. This role is the subject matter expert on fulfillment systems and execution and leads process improvement projects and mentoring and training in support of the Manager, Inventory Planning & Replenishment. The IRSS provides key inputs and validation of inventory fulfillment plans as the primary contact for the Inventory Planners. In collaboration with the key stakeholders, the IRSS
proactively manages key performance metrics, including root-cause analysis and solution recommendations to ensures order flow meets designated capacity constraints throughout Lowe's supply chain. Key skillsets must
include the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage complex systems and processes, and provide customer support.
What you will do
• Leads root cause analysis, purchase order management, and key performance metrics monitoring to direct inventory flows within capacity constraints
• Works independently to determine strategic deployment of product, based on resources (vendor production/availability, network capacities, etc.) and communicates decisions across cross-functional teams
• Conducts trend analysis (i.e. Pipeline reporting) and initiates product flow contingency plans by proactively managing Replenishment Program settings
• Drives customer service, providing information, plans and communication at the store to support customer needs
• Creates inventory flow solutions by providing support, guidance, and problem solving to cross-functional teams
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in business, supply chain, logistics, industrial engineering or equivalent relevant experience in business or inventory operations or progressive career development in retail management/operations
• Up to 1 Year Relevant business experience
Preferred Skills/Education
• Master's Degree Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering
About Lowe’s
Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion, Lowe’s operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
