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Inventory Planning Manager

Fictiv · Remote - USA · Remote

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About Fictiv

Custom manufacturing services for prototypes to full scale production, for CNC machining, 3D printing, injection molding, and more. Get an instant quote. Backed by Accel.

About the role

We encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, members of the LGBTQ community, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Bring diverse perspectives and experience to our culture and company
  • Excel at being part of a strong, empathetic team
  • Thrive in an environment emphasizing respect, honesty, collaboration, and growth
  • Have an ‘always learning’ mindset that celebrates learning, not just wins
  • Help us continue to build a world-class organization that values the contributions of all of our teammates
More about this role

MISUMI Americas, a division of MISUMI Group, is a leading provider of standard, configurable, and custom manufacturing solutions. By integrating a vast catalog of components with a world-class digital manufacturing platform, MISUMI Americas empowers engineers and procurement teams to accelerate innovation across the entire product lifecycle. With operations in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chicago, the company serves as a vital partner for the most innovative companies in the Americas.

Impact in this Role

The Inventory Planning Manager owns the strategy and decision-making of MISUMI Americas' inventory function, working in close collaboration with supporting teams (Procurement, Data Management, and IT) who handle operational execution. The role determines what gets stocked, at what depth, and when to act — setting replenishment strategy, governing make-to-order (MTO) transitions, and leading dead stock reduction programs — while ensuring every inventory decision is traceable to the Broad & Shallow stocking framework and the Distribution Curation & Value Selling Strategy. As the primary cross-functional coordinator and escalation point, the Planning Manager translates inventory...

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