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Reorder Point Calculator (Lead Time)

Set a practical reorder threshold based on your sales pace, lead times, and risk buffer.

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Input sales velocity and lead time

Set the reorder threshold that protects against stockouts.

Results

Use reorder point as your operational trigger, not as a one-time estimate.

Reorder point

730

Lead time demand

550

Safety stock

180

Interpretation

Current setup supports reorder planning

Your threshold combines lead-time demand and safety stock in a practical way.

Worked example

Worked example

Typical reorder planning for fast-selling SKU:

Average daily sales: 22
Lead time: 25 days
Safety stock: 180 units
Reorder point: 730 units

How to use

Interpret your result correctly

Use these quick rules to keep pricing and inventory decisions grounded.

  • Use a realistic average daily sales value.
  • Set lead time in calendar days based on supplier performance.
  • Add safety stock to protect against delays and demand spikes.

Common mistakes

Avoid costly calculation errors

These mistakes usually create hidden margin risk or stock friction.

  • Using outdated sales averages.
  • Ignoring customs or fulfillment delays in lead time.
  • Setting safety stock too low for seasonal products.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Short answers for common edge cases and interpretation questions.

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Ready for scenario comparison and workflow automation

Pro

Move from one-off stock checks to ongoing reorder planning

  • - Save reorder assumptions
  • - Upload bulk inventory CSVs
  • - Monitor reorder alerts
  • - Export stock planning results