Manager, Inventory Planning

R2net - James Allen & Blue Nile is a jewelry company with a technology soul. R2Net Inc. is an innovative technology company that provides e-commerce and supply chain platforms to connect the entire span of the diamond industry's ecosystem, including manufacturers, retailers, and consumers.

We are seeking a strategic and data-driven Inventory Planning Manager to lead the strategy and execution of inventory management across our digital brands Blue Nile and James Allen. This role is central to shaping inventory policy and driving cross-functional alignment to balance availability, efficiency, and brand exclusivity.

In this role, you will own the inventory management strategy, leveraging advanced analytics to continuously challenge the asset vs. just-in-time SKU mix for optimal efficiency, margin, and customer satisfaction. You will partner closely with the Merchandise, Fulfilment and Manufacturing teams to ensure inventory strategies support commercial priorities, operational and manufacturing synergies.

Responsibilities :

Inventory Strategy & Optimization

• Lead the end-to-end inventory management strategy, balancing service levels, working capital, and margin objectives.
• Continuously assess and optimize the Asset vs. Just-in-Time SKU mix, using data-driven insights to challenge the status quo and enhance efficiency.
• Define SKU classification and stocking policies (ABC / XYZ), safety stock levels, and days-on-hand targets.
• Drive optimization of our inventory positioning across digital and stores channels.
• Collaborate with Finance and Merchandising to align inventory strategy with business growth and profitability goals.

Fulfillment Planning & Supply Execution

Cross-Functional Partnership

Analytics & Performance Management

Seasonal & Risk Planning

Requirements

Technical Competencies

Core Competencies

Benefits

At R2Net - James Allen & Blue Nile, many of our roles offer a high-quality, comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, paid time off, retirement planning and opportunities for career advancement. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, employment type, work schedule or location :

Why Join Us

Annual base pay : $110,000 - $130,000. Final pay rate shall be determined and is based on experience and qualifications.

At this time, R2Net will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Additional Information : R2NET INC. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. R2NET INC. will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.