Retail Inventory Planner at Podean

Podean is the leading global marketplace marketing agency. We work with progressive brands across the globe to unlock potential on Amazon, Target, Walmart, and other marketplaces. Our services span eCommerce strategy, content creation and optimization, media management, retail operations, data and analytics, consulting, and social commerce. Recent award wins include Digiday’s Best Employer for Remote Employees and Amazon’s Global Expansion Partner Award.

Podean is looking for a Retail Inventory Planner to drive data-backed decisions across sales, inventory, and financial performance for key eRetail marketplaces like Walmart, Target, and Amazon. In this role, you’ll turn forecasts and performance insights into clear actions that improve revenue, optimize inventory flow, and reduce risk.

You’ll play a critical part in ensuring products are available at the right time and in the right quantities, while partnering closely with cross-functional teams to align plans, support execution, and identify opportunities for sustainable growth.

What You’ll Do

• Develop sales forecasts, analyze performance vs. targets, and recommend actions to maximize revenue and minimize losses.
• Plan and control inventory levels to ensure optimal allocation and healthy stock turnover while avoiding overstock and stockouts.
• Support shipment execution and replenishment coordination, ensuring the timely flow of inventory to fulfillment centers while managing case pack compliance and addressing excess or at-risk stock.
• Prepare and analyze sales, inventory, and key KPI reports to generate actionable business insights.
• Assist in budgeting and financial planning, tracking performance, and identifying risks and opportunities for profitability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with merchandising, supply chain, operations, and marketing teams to align plans and execute campaigns effectively.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting clients on Amazon Seller Central and Vendor Central; experience with Walmart or Target platforms is a plus
• Familiarity with shipment processes, including shipment creation, label generation, and reconciliation
• Basic understanding of inventory management, including maintaining optimal stock levels and avoiding stockouts or overstock
• Ability to pull and analyze reporting data (e.g., replenishment reports) and support the end-to-end shipment process for clients
• Proficient in using reporting and research tools such as Kapoq, Amazon Inventory Reports, Keepa, and Helium 10.
• Experience in case management, with a proven process for working with support teams to resolve various issues
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to follow established processes and guidelines
• Ability to coordinate effectively with internal teams (merchandising, operations, supply chain) as needed
• Strong and reliable internet connection (at least 100 Mbps)
• Must be willing to work U.S. business hours, including daytime shifts in EST or PST

If you’re excited to apply your analytical mindset, planning expertise, and problem-solving skills to a growing global team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us drive smarter decisions and optimize performance at Podean.

Why Join Podean?

Podean is proud to be recognized as one of Digiday’s Best Employers for Remote Employees. We combine the energy of a fast-growing global agency with the balance and trust of a remote-first culture.

You’ll join a globally connected, award-winning team that values:

• 💰 Competitive compensation aligned to experience and market benchmarks
• 💻 Remote-first flexibility - work from anywhere, with trust and autonomy
• 🌎 Global collaboration - working with experts across regions and time zones
• 🚀 Career growth and development - opportunities to evolve as we scale
• 🏝️ 5-Year Sabbatical + Travel Stipend - After your 5th anniversary, take a fully paid month-long sabbatical, plus a travel reimbursement to make your experience restorative and inspiring
• 💬 Positive-energy culture - grounded in respect, inclusion, and accountability
• 🏆 Meaningful impact helping some of the world’s most progressive brands grow