Manager Inventory Planning

Marriott International - Lake Buena Vista, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Lake Buena Vista, FL

Accommodation

About the position

The Manager of Inventory Planning at Marriott Vacations Worldwide (MVW) Headquarters plays a crucial role in optimizing inventory and maximizing revenue across North America for all brands. This position involves managing the day-to-day activities of the Inventory & Revenue Management (IRM) Support Team, ensuring effective execution of strategies, and maintaining strong relationships with revenue managers and on-site teams. The role requires a high level of specialized knowledge in revenue management processes and involves significant collaboration with various stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the IRM Support Team.
• Identify process efficiencies and recommend changes to maximize revenues and inventory.
• Ensure consistent application of inventory management approaches across 10 sub-regions.
• Provide input to Senior Leaders for change management.
• Oversee wholesale reservations activity in support of Rental Marketing strategies.
• Monitor and maintain a specified level of service and professionalism within the IRM support team.
• Set individual goals and establish priorities for direct reports.
• Complete and analyze weekly forecast processes and provide reporting to stakeholders.
• Communicate IRM philosophies to stakeholders regarding inventory strategies.
• Develop and manage internal key stakeholder relationships.

Requirements

• Four-year Bachelor's degree in a related area (economics, finance, statistics, etc.) or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of four years of professional management experience, with at least two years in Inventory & Revenue Management.
• Minimum of one year leading and managing teams.
• Experience with MVW Revenue Management processes and systems preferred.
• Intermediate proficiency in all Microsoft Suite applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a hospitality or resort management environment.
• Proven ability to analyze trends and surface possible solutions.
• Conceptual thinking skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities