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We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.\nJob Description:\nJob Summary\nThe Inventory Planner - Expert is responsible for driving inventory optimization across a complex global supply chain, balancing inventory investment, supply availability, revenue commitments, and working capital objectives. The role leverages advanced analytics, multi-echelon inventory optimization (MEIO), scenario modeling, and digital planning capabilities to develop inventory strategies that improve inventory health, mitigate supply risks, and optimize inventory investments.\nKey Responsibilities\nInventory Planning & Optimization\nDevelop and execute inventory plans across finished goods, components, raw materials, and strategic inventory buffers.\nOwn inventory target recommendations, safety stock policies, and buffer optimization using MEIO and advanced planning methodologies.\nEvaluate inventory positioning across suppliers, manufacturing locations, regional hubs, and distribution centers.\nAnalyze demand variability, supply constraints, lead times, service-level requirements, and replenishment strategies.\nIdentify opportunities to reduce excess inventory while maintaining supply continuity and customer commitments.\n\nInventory Health & Financial Management\nMonitor inventory performance, including inventory turns, days of inventory, excess and obsolete (E&O), aging, and inventory coverage.\nDevelop inventory projections and identify risks to quarterly and annual inventory targets.\nPartner with Finance, Supply Planning, Procurement, and Manufacturing to develop inventory reduction and working capital improvement opportunities.\nConduct root-cause analysis of inventory variances and develop corrective action plans.\nSupport inventory exposure assessments, liability reviews, and mitigation strategies.\n\nAdvanced Analytics & Planner of the Future\nLeverage AI/ML, predictive analytics, automation, and scenario modeling to improve inventory planning decisions.\nDevelop analytical models to evaluate inventory trade-offs, supply risks, and financial implications.\nSupport digital transformation initiatives, including MEIO, MRP Digital Twin, and inventory health dashboards.\nIdentify opportunities to automate manual inventory reporting, analysis, and decision-making.\n\nCross-Functional Collaboration\nPartner with Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Fulfillment, and Finance to align inventory strategies with business objectives.\nLead complex inventory improvement initiatives across multiple product portfolios and manufacturing partners.\nProvide data-driven recommendations to business leaders on inventory investments, supply continuity, and financial trade-offs.\nMentor junior planners and contribute to process standardization and continuous improvement.\n\nEducation and Experience\nTypically 6-10 years of experience in inventory planning, supply chain planning, materials management, operations, or related functions.\nBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Business, Finance, or related field; advanced degree or equivalent experience preferred.\nExperience with global manufacturing, complex supply networks, and inventory optimization.\n\nKnowledge and Skills\nStrong expertise in inventory optimization, safety stock, MEIO, MRP, and inventory replenishment.\nAdvanced analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving capabilities.\nProficiency in ERP and planning systems such as SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, o9, or equivalent.\nExperience with Power BI, SQL, Python, Excel, or similar analytical tools.\nUnderstanding of working capital, inventory valuation, E&O, and inventory financial performance.\nStrong cross-functional communication, influencing, and project leadership skills.\nAbility to evaluate complex inventory trade-offs and translate insights into actionable business recommendations.\n\nAccessibility\nHPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here.\nNote: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.\nWhat We Can Offer You:\nHealth & Wellbeing\nWe strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.\nPersonal & Professional Development\nWe also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have - whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.\nUnconditional Inclusion\nWe are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.\nLet's Stay Connected:\nFollow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.\n#puertorico#operationsJob:\nBusiness PlanningJob Level:\nExpertHPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBTemployer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category,and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity.\nHewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.\nHPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.\nRecruitment Fraud Alert\nWe have become aware of an increase in fraudulent recruitment activities in which individuals impersonate our company or authorized recruitment agencies to offer fake employment opportunities. These scams may occur through false websites, emails, social media, or chat-based applications and often aim to obtain personal information or money. Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge a candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. We also never request personal information such as back account details, Social Security numbers, or national IDs via social media or chat applications.\nAll legitimate job opportunities will come through official company channels, and candidates are responsible for verifying the credentials of any third party claiming to represent the company. Any reliance on fraudulent communication is at the individual’s own risk, and HPE disclaims legal liability for any resulting damages. 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