Inventory Planning Manager

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Position Summary

The role of Inventory Planning Manager is to ensure store in-stock is maintained across various product to achieve business targets by developing allocation plans, adjusting to market trends, and coordinating with key stakeholders.

What you will do

• Develops inventory plans and strategies based on demand forecasts, lead times, and service level targets.
• Analyzes supplier inventory and forecasts to determine reorder needs and/or service risk.
• Conducts regular inventory analysis to identify potential gaps or risks that could impact store sales.
• Assesses inventory reports to identify potential risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Assists in the management of purchase orders, order confirmations, and delivery tracking.
• Implements inventory planning tools, software, or systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Directs individuals to manage multiple projects simultaneously, adjust priorities, and meet deadlines while maintaining the highest level of attention to detail.
• Coaches more junior colleagues in inventory planning techniques, processes, and responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

• Hybrid role, onsite 1-2 times/week in Woonsocket, RI
• 5+ years Planning/Inventory work experience
• Adept at problem solving and decision making skills
• Adept at collaboration and teamwork
• Adept at growth mindset (agility and developing yourself and others) skills
• Adept at planning, executing, and supporting skills
• Skilled in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel with proficiency using vlookup, sumifs, and IF statements.  

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in SQL code preferred.
• Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) preferred.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$66,330.00 - $145,860.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls.  The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.  This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. 
 

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 12/08/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.