# Inventory Reorder Point Calculator AI Agent Connect > Inventory Reorder Point Calculator MCP gives your AI client the math it needs to manage stock. It calculates exactly when to reorder and how much to buy by analyzing sales velocity and supplier lead times. You can use it to check for stockout risks and determine demand during the time it takes for new shipments to arrive. ## Overview - **Category:** inventory-management - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_CtAvd7iHzTdBWGuNlAFBAZVgC35TGquxGowWihbl/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** inventory, reorder-point, stockout-prevention, supply-chain, logistics ## Description Managing inventory shouldn't feel like guesswork. This MCP gives your AI agent the specific logic required to handle replenishment cycles without the manual math. Instead of staring at spreadsheets, you can ask your agent to look at your current sales velocity and lead times to figure out your next move. It handles the heavy lifting of supply chain math. You can determine the exact threshold to trigger a new order or calculate the specific quantity needed to hit your target stock levels. If you are worried about running dry, the MCP can evaluate your current inventory against expected demand to flag potential stockouts before they happen. It's built to keep your supply chain predictable by calculating demand during lead times, ensuring you always have enough buffer to cover the gap between ordering and receiving goods. ## Tools ### analyze_stockout_risk This tool checks if your current inventory can actually cover your expected demand and lead time. It flags when you are running too low to meet upcoming sales. ### calculate_reorder_point This tool finds the specific inventory level that should trigger a new order. It uses your sales speed and supplier lead times to set that threshold. ### calculate_reorder_quantity This tool tells you exactly how many units to buy once you hit your reorder point. It calculates the amount needed to reach your desired stock level. ### get_demand_during_lead_time This tool calculates how many units you will likely sell during the window between placing an order and receiving it. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` What is my reorder point if I sell 10 units a day and it takes 5 days for new stock to arrive, with a safety stock of 20 units? ``` **Response:** ``` Your reorder point is 70 units. ``` **Prompt:** ``` I have reached my reorder point of 50 units. I want to reach a target stock level of 200 units. How many should I order? ``` **Response:** ``` You should order 150 units. ``` **Prompt:** ``` I have 30 units in stock. I sell 5 units a day and my lead time is 10 days. Am I at risk of a stockout? ``` **Response:** ``` Yes, you are at risk of a stockout. You have 6 days of sales remaining. ``` ## Capabilities ### Reorder Thresholds Your agent calculates the exact moment to place a new order based on sales and lead times. ### Order Volume Planning Your agent determines the specific number of units to purchase to hit target stock levels. ### Risk Assessment Your agent evaluates if current stock levels are sufficient to prevent running out of product. ### Lead Time Demand Your agent calculates expected sales during the period it takes for a supplier to deliver an order. ## Use Cases ### Preventing Stockouts Use the risk analysis tool to see if your current stock can survive the wait for your next shipment. ### Setting Reorder Triggers Calculate the exact inventory level where a new purchase order must be placed to maintain continuity. ### Optimizing Order Sizes Determine the right amount of stock to buy so you don't tie up too much cash in excess inventory. ### Lead Time Planning Calculate how much stock you will burn through while waiting for a supplier to fulfill an order. ## Benefits - Reduces stockouts by calculating demand during lead times. - Prevents overstocking by calculating precise replenishment quantities. - Automates the math behind reorder points using sales velocity. - Identifies inventory shortages before they impact customers. ## How It Works Connect the MCP to your AI client and start running inventory math immediately. 1. Connect your preferred client like Claude or Cursor to Vinkius. 2. Provide your sales velocity and lead time data to your agent. 3. Ask your agent to calculate reorder points or stockout risks. 4. Receive precise unit counts and thresholds directly in your chat interface. ## Frequently Asked Questions **How do I use this MCP with Claude?** You connect your Claude client to Vinkius once. After that, the inventory tools are available for your agent to use in any conversation. **What data do I need to provide for a reorder point?** You'll need to give your agent your sales velocity, the supplier lead time, and any safety stock requirements. **Can this MCP help me avoid running out of stock?** Yes. You can use the analyze_stockout_risk tool to check if your current levels can cover the demand during your lead time. **Does this MCP work with Cursor or Windsurf?** Yes, it works with any MCP-compatible client including Cursor and Windsurf. **Do I need to host this myself?** No. Vinkius hosts and manages the MCP for you. You just connect and use it. **How do I know when to reorder stock?** You can use the `calculate_reorder_point` tool. By providing your average daily sales and supplier lead time, the tool calculates the exact inventory level that signals a need for replenishment. **Can I calculate how much stock to buy?** Yes, the `calculate_reorder_quantity` tool determines the specific number of units to order to reach your desired target stock level once the reorder point is hit. **How can I check if I am about to run out of items?** The `analyze_stockout_risk` tool evaluates your current stock against demand and lead time to tell you if you are at risk and how many days of sales remain.