Replenishment Manager – Walmart
Medline Industries, LP
Summary
This individual contributor role is responsible for leading inventory planning, replenishment execution, and in-stock performance for Walmart. This role serves as a strategic partner to Walmart Supply Chain, Replenishment, and Merchandising teams while collaborating internally with Sales, Demand Planning, Customer Supply Chain, Logistics, and Operations. The objective is to optimize inventory levels, improve service metrics, minimize out-of-stocks, and drive profitable sales growth.
Job description
Walmart Replenishment Management
- Manage daily replenishment activities utilizing Walmart Retail Link, Luminate, and replenishment reporting tools.
- Monitor inventory levels, weeks of supply, in-stock percentages, and forecast accuracy.
- Analyze sales trends, seasonal events, promotions, and item performance to drive optimal replenishment strategies.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels across Walmart distribution centers and store networks.
- Identify and resolve replenishment issues impacting service, sales, or inventory productivity.
Supply Chain & Inventory Optimization
- Partner with demand planning and supply planning teams to align forecasts with customer demand.
- Develop action plans to mitigate inventory risks, including potential out-of-stocks, overstocks, and supply constraints.
- Lead root cause analysis for service failures and implement corrective actions.
- Support new item launches, modular transitions, assortment changes, and promotional events.
Customer Collaboration
- Build strong working relationships with Walmart replenishment managers, inventory analysts, and supply chain teams.
- Participate in Walmart business reviews and supply chain discussions.
- Present inventory insights, performance metrics, and recommended actions to Walmart stakeholders.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for replenishment-related initiatives and issue resolution.
Analytics & Reporting
- Develop and maintain reporting dashboards for in-stock performance, forecast accuracy, inventory health, fill rates, On Time In Full (OTIF), and distribution center inventory levels.
- Utilize data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks affecting customer performance.
- Deliver actionable recommendations to sales leadership and cross-functional teams.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Collaborate closely with Walmart sales teams to support customer growth initiatives.
- Partner with logistics and customer service teams to improve execution and service levels.
- Support annual operating plans, customer forecasts, and supply chain optimization projects.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory productivity and service excellence.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Finance, or related field.
- At least 5+ years of replenishment, customer supply chain, demand planning, inventory management, or retail operations experience.
- Experience supporting Walmart or another large-scale retailer.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel.
- Experience with Walmart Retail Link, Luminate, or comparable retailer replenishment systems.
- Strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience within a Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) organization.
- Knowledge of Walmart supply chain processes and inventory flow.
- Experience with forecasting and planning tools such as Blue Yonder, SAP IBP, Kinaxis, or similar systems.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Contributions
- Paid Time Off
- Continuing Education & Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Resource Groups
Company overview
Medline Industries, LP is the largest privately held manufacturer and distributor of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions in the United States. Founded in 1966 and headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, the company serves all points of care including hospitals, extended care facilities, surgery centers, physician offices, home care agencies, and retailers. With over 550,000 medical products and clinical solutions, Medline operates in more than 125 countries and territories worldwide. The company employs approximately 35,000-43,000 people globally and generates annual revenues exceeding $21 billion. Medline's comprehensive portfolio includes medical devices, surgical supplies, wound care products, protective apparel, durable medical equipment, and sterilization solutions. The company combines manufacturing expertise with extensive distribution capabilities through its network of over 50 distribution centers across North America, providing integrated supply chain solutions that help healthcare organizations improve clinical, financial, and operational outcomes.