Director, Supply Chain Planning & Strategy

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Supply Chain Planning & Strategy based in the United States.

This is a senior leadership opportunity focused on shaping the strategy and performance of a complex logistics, repair, and distribution network. You will lead demand planning, forecasting, inventory strategy, and the organization’s Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) framework. The role combines strategic planning with hands-on operational improvement, financial analysis, and capacity optimization. You will work closely with executives, clients, actuaries, procurement, forecasting, and business development teams to align supply with demand. With responsibility for inventory budgets exceeding $100M, your decisions will directly influence margins, productivity, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. You will also lead and develop a team of directors and managers across planning, analytics, procurement, and order management. This is a high-visibility remote leadership role offering the opportunity to transform supply chain performance at scale.

Accountabilities: Develop and execute the overarching strategy for logistics, repair, inventory, and distribution networks, ensuring alignment with business and customer objectives.

Establish and continuously improve demand planning and forecasting processes that integrate operational forecasts with financial planning.

Lead the S&OP framework, balancing supply and demand while proactively identifying and addressing operational risks and opportunities.

Develop capacity models that optimize resource utilization while maintaining appropriate service levels and meeting customer expectations.

Establish optimal inventory levels across regions and depots, balancing availability, working capital, service requirements, and profitability.

Lead operational productivity and inventory strategy analyses, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen margins.

Develop, automate, and enhance customer-focused KPI reporting for internal leadership and external stakeholders.

Analyze business and financial performance to provide actionable insights that support strategic and operational decision-making.

Monitor forecasting and operational performance metrics and implement improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, and predictability.

Partner with procurement, forecasting, business development, and other internal teams to align supply chain operations with anticipated demand.

Collaborate with clients and actuaries to forecast volume requirements and ensure supply planning remains aligned with customer expectations.

Lead cross-functional initiatives designed to drive continuous improvement and resolve complex supply chain challenges.

Manage and mentor a team of directors and managers spanning regional planning, analytics, procurement, and order management.

Develop planning talent through coaching, career guidance, performance management, and opportunities for professional growth.

Oversee inventory budgets exceeding $100M, using effective supply and demand balancing to support margin growth and financial performance.

Support cost-reduction initiatives while maintaining high service levels and a strong customer experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related discipline required; a Master’s degree is preferred.

10+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, operations, or a related field, including at least 3 years leading cross-functional teams.

Demonstrated expertise in demand forecasting, inventory planning, supply planning, and S&OP processes.

Experience with reverse logistics and preferably with supply chain operations in the mobile or connected-device industry.

Strong proficiency with forecasting and inventory planning systems and experience with ERP platforms such as Oracle, Great Plains, or comparable systems.

Expert-level Excel capabilities, including pivot tables, trend analysis, data interpretation, and advanced reporting.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, financial, and decision-making skills, with the ability to translate complex data into practical business strategies.

Proven success leading large-scale process improvements and cross-functional transformation initiatives.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the executive presence and influencing ability required to engage senior stakeholders and clients.

Demonstrated ability to manage complex issues strategically while developing practical tactical solutions in fast-paced environments.

Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to deliver against demanding timelines and competing priorities.

APICS CPIM/CSCP certification or equivalent supply chain credentials are advantageous.

Familiarity with AI and automation initiatives and their application to supply chain planning and operational processes is preferred.

Strong leadership and people-development skills, with the ability to build high-performing, collaborative teams.

Benefits

Base salary: $144,700–$241,600 annually, with actual compensation influenced by experience, qualifications, background, and work location.

Remote work opportunity within the United States.

Approximately 15% travel expected for business and stakeholder engagement.

Senior-level leadership position with significant visibility to executives and clients.

Opportunity to influence supply chain strategy across logistics, repair, distribution, inventory, forecasting, and procurement.

Responsibility for a $100M+ inventory budget , with direct impact on profitability and operational performance.

Opportunity to lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of directors and managers.

Exposure to strategic initiatives involving process optimization, automation, forecasting, and S&OP transformation.

Access to comprehensive employee benefits; specific U.S. benefit details are provided during the hiring process.

Opportunity to work in a global, innovation-oriented environment focused on practical solutions, service, and measurable results.

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