Do your Best Work in Mooresville

This position is based at our headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina. Our corporate office is a space where you can collaborate and do your best work. Take a walk, grab a bite (or a cup of coffee), work out or get a check-up – we invest in you so you can find your inspiration.

Your Impact

The Manager, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) leads Lowe's integrated Sales & Operations Planning process, aligning demand, supply, and financial objectives across all planning horizons. This role drives cross-functional collaboration, ensures data-driven decision-making, and connects strategy to execution to balance service, inventory, and cost. The position partners closely with Inventory Replenishment Planning, Transportation, DC Operations, Finance, and Store Operations to enable informed, consensus-based planning and execution.

Work with a Winning Team

At Lowe's, our supply chain is the backbone of our mission to serve customers and support our stores. When you join our supply chain team, you're stepping into a role that directly impacts millions of homes and communities across the nation.

You'll be part of a supportive network where colleagues and leaders have your back, working together to overcome challenges and deliver for those who rely on us. As you contribute to our industry-leading supply chain operations, you'll build a rewarding logistics career with fair, respectful leadership that helps you shape a future you can be proud of. Your expertise will be vital in driving the future of retail as we continue to innovate and excel in the market.

What You Will Do

• Lead and continuously improve the S&OP process across weekly, monthly, and annual cycles to ensure alignment between demand, supply, and financial goals.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to build balanced demand and supply plans that optimize service, flow, and cost performance.
• Facilitate monthly S&OP and weekly S&OE reviews, ensuring timely communication of variances, risks, and decisions.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations teams to monitor supply plans and capacity readiness.
• Develop and maintain standardized S&OP documentation, governance, and performance tracking to ensure process discipline and accountability.
• Create and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and analytics to monitor plan health, drive insights, and support executive decision-making.
• Lead readiness and scenario planning for major seasonal and promotional events.
• Coach and develop a high-performing team supporting planning accuracy, analytical rigor, and proactive problem-solving.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable
• 8-10 years of experience in supply chain, demand/supply planning, or integrated business planning (S&OP/IBP).
• 5-7 years of proven success leading or executing S&OP processes within a large, complex network.
• 5-7 years of strong analytical, problem-solving, and facilitation skills with the ability to synthesize insights from diverse data sources.
• 1-2 years of experience leading or mentoring analytical teams.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and influence senior stakeholders.
• Experience developing KPIs, dashboards, and governance frameworks to drive planning accountability.
• Proficiency in ERP and advanced planning tools (e.g., Blue Yonder, SAP, Anaplan) and data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Continuous improvement mindset with a track record of enhancing planning processes and driving measurable performance improvements.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with ability to translate technical insights into strategic recommendations.

Benefits

• 401k with up to 4.25% match
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount of strike price)
• Tuition-Free Education
• 10-week Maternity/Parental Leave
• 10% Associate Discount

For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

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Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.