Senior Director, Inventory Planning & Replenishment

7-Eleven is a globally recognized family of brands and a leader in the retail convenience industry, operating over 86,000 locations worldwide. As the largest retailer globally by store count, 7-Eleven is known for revolutionizing convenience, restaurant offerings, and fuel services through cutting edge innovation. The company is committed to being the customer’s first choice by consistently enhancing the shopping experience and adapting to the needs of modern consumers. 7-Eleven is dedicated to empowering its employees to "activate awesome" and make meaningful contributions within their stores and communities every day. Joining this team means becoming part of a dynamic work environment where growth, leadership, and making a real difference are highly valued.

This role is located 100% in the Irving, Texas Corporate Office and is titled Senior Director, Inventory Planning & Replenishment. This pivotal position reports directly to the Senior Vice President of Demand Chain, and involves owning and driving the company’s inventory strategy across all operational facets including stores, distribution centers, and digital platforms. The Senior Director will be a visionary leader focused on ensuring optimal inventory levels, improving replenishment processes, and enhancing overall supply chain efficiency to meet the company’s commitment to best-in-class customer service levels and inventory productivity.

In this strategic role, the Senior Director will define and lead enterprise-wide inventory planning and replenishment initiatives, establishing policies, safety stock methodologies, and service level targets that align with 7-Eleven’s business goals. They will oversee daily, weekly, and monthly replenishment planning and execution across multiple channels. Key performance indicators such as service levels, fill rates, inventory turns, and working capital will be under their ownership, as they continuously seek opportunities for improvement.

The role also involves driving the adoption and optimization of advanced planning technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, to enhance inventory forecasting and replenishment accuracy. Collaboration is crucial, as the Senior Director will work closely with merchandising, private brands, wholesalers, vendors, and third-party logistics providers to ensure cohesive replenishment strategies. Cross-functional partnerships with finance, procurement, logistics, and technology teams are essential to align inventory management with broader business objectives.

Leadership is a vital component of this position, requiring the ability to coach, build, and develop a high-performing inventory planning organization that can execute effectively and support the company’s growth initiatives. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep expertise in inventory optimization within large-scale retail or consumer-facing environments, particularly those with private brand experience. The successful candidate will bring more than 15 years of relevant experience, a track record of managing complex inventory systems, and a passion for driving supply chain excellence in a fast-paced, multi-channel retail setting.