Inventory & Planning Manager - Western Europe

sharkninjaoperatingllc· 30000 - DTC Digital Experience
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📍 Paris, France

About this role

About Us 

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world. 

AI at SharkNinja

At SharkNinja, we’re building an AI-native culture. We’re not waiting for the future; we’re creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what’s possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn’t been invented yet, you’ll fit right in.

Some of the exciting things that you will get to do!

  • Own and manage the end-to-end inventory planning process for Shark & Ninja brands across our DTC channels in Western European markets
  • Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for our owned eCommerce sites in collaboration with the DTC/eCommerce, marketing, and finance teams
  • Monitor inventory levels, stock health, and sell-through performance on our DTC platforms, proactively flagging risks of overstock or stockouts
  • Partner with supply chain and fulfilment/logistics teams to ensure timely replenishment and optimal stock allocation to support DTC demand
  • Support NPD (new product development) launches by ensuring inventory readiness and phase-in/phase-out planning for direct launches
  • Analyse DTC sales trends, seasonality, promotional impact, and market-specific dynamics to refine planning assumptions
  • Work closely with the performance marketing and trading teams to align inventory plans with promotional calendars and campaign activity
  • Report on key DTC inventory KPIs (e.g., stock cover, fill rate, aged inventory, forecast accuracy, out-of-stock rate) to senior stakeholders
  • Identify opportunities to improve DTC-specific planning processes, tools, and cross-functional ways of working
  • Support in the coordination of promotional and seasonal event planning (such as Black Friday) from an inventory readiness perspective
  • Collaborate with finance on inventory-related budgeting, working capital, and cost management for the DTC business
  • Monitor competitor DTC strategies and market trends to inform planning strategy

Some of the things that you'll bring to the role:

  • Extensive experience in inventory planning, demand planning, or supply chain management within a DTC or eCommerce business
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable plans
  • Experience working with ERP, planning, and eCommerce/OMS systems
  • A great communicator with experience managing multiple cross-functional stakeholders
  • Highly commercial and results driven, with strong attention to detail
  • Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • A team player who promotes collaboration across markets and functions
  • Ability to multitask and prioritise, ensuring multiple deadlines are met at any given time
  • A motivated self-starter who is proactive, curious, and comfortable challenging the status quo
  • Fluency in English required; proficiency in French and/or other Western European languages is a plus
  • Prior experience planning inventory for an owned/direct eCommerce channel (as opposed to wholesale/retail) is highly advantageous

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Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.  Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.  

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA. 

Learn more about us:  
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary 

SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice

 

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja.com

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