Hybrid Role
Senior Manager, Supply Chain Planning & Analytics eCommerce Industry
Join a dynamic eCommerce company as a Senior Manager, Supply Chain Planning & Analytics where you'll lead forecasting, inventory planning, and business analytics initiatives.
This high-impact role sits at the intersection of operations, finance, and merchandising
- acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and orchestrating the evolution of our planning capabilities in an increasingly digital landscape.
In this role, you will oversee executive-level planning deliverables, lead a high-performing analytics team, champion digital transformation initiatives, and drive the integration of AI / ML capabilities into our planning processes.
This is a leadership role where you'll oversee a team of 3.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Forecasting
Lead Demand and Inventory Fulfilment Planning within the S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process across departments, integrating data driven drivers and business insights into cohesive business strategiesDevelop rolling forecasts (weekly, monthly, quarterly) using advanced statistical methods and AI / ML models to achieve >85% forecast accuracy
Design scenario planning frameworks for supply chain disruptions, incorporating risk assessments and mitigation strategiesPartner cross-functionally with merchandising, finance, operations, manufacturing, and commercial teams to align business plans with revenue targets and margin goalsLead inventory optimization strategies balancing service levels with working capital efficiency across our global distribution networkManage seasonal collection planning and limited edition releases unique to luxury marketsAdvanced Analytics & Business Intelligence
Translate complex data into executive-ready insights, delivering strategic recommendations to C-suite leadershipBuild and maintain real-time dashboards tracking KPIs across sales performance, inventory health, forecast accuracy, and operational metricsImplement predictive analytics for demand sensing, customer behavior modeling, and trend identificationLead competitive intelligence analysis and market trend monitoring to inform strategic planningDevelop pricing and promotional effectiveness models in collaboration with commercial teamsChampion data governance standards and ensure data quality across planning systemsDigital Transformation & Technology Leadership
Drive AI / ML integration into planning processes, serving as orchestrator of human-AI collaborative workflowsLead technology selection and implementation projects for planning systems (SAP IBP, Anaplan, o9, JDA / Blue Yonder)Partner with IT and Engineering teams to automate reporting and scale data infrastructure (Snowflake, Tableau, Power BI)Champion transition from manual Excel-based processes to integrated, cloud-based planning platformsDevelop and monitor AI model performance, ensuring continuous improvement and value realizationBuild organizational capabilities in digital tools and advanced analytics methodologiesCross-Functional Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Serve as primary planning liaison to executive leadership, presenting monthly business reviews and strategic recommendationsConsolidate inputs from planning, merchandising, finance, and operations into unified strategic narrativesFacilitate weekly S&OP meetings and monthly integrated business planning sessionsManage relationships with key technology vendors and external partnersDrive change management initiatives supporting digital transformation and process optimizationTeam Development & Organizational Capability Building
Lead and develop a team of 2-3 professionals including demand planners, supply planners, business analysts, and data scientistsSet clear OKRs, drive execution of high-impact projects, and foster culture of continuous learningDevelop team capabilities in AI / ML tools, statistical modeling, and advanced planning methodologiesSupport career development through mentoring, cross-training, and stretch assignmentsBuild succession planning pipeline for critical planning rolesRisk Management & Business Continuity
Develop multi-scenario contingency plans for supply chain disruptionsLead crisis response planning and execution during disruptionsImplement early warning systems for demand volatility and supply constraintsInnovation & Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to enhance forecast accuracy through emerging technologiesImproving planning cycle timeDeploy strategic evolution of KPIs and performance management frameworksRequirements
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Research, or Analytics6+ years experience in operations planning, supply chain analytics, demand planning, or related functions2 years in leadership roles with direct report management experiencePreferred industry experience in eCommerce, Consumer Goods, FMCG, Retail, etc.Demonstrated success in S&OP process leadership and cross-functional program managementTrack record of digital transformation initiatives and technology implementationsMBA or relevant Master's degree preferredAPICS / ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP) strongly preferredAdditional certifications in data science, project management (PMP), or Lean Six Sigma valuedTechnical Competencies
Must have SQLMust have R or PythonAdvanced Excel modeling including VBA, complex formulas, and large dataset manipulationStatistical software proficiency : R, Python, or SAS for predictive modeling preferredBI / Visualization tools : Tableau, Power BI, Looker, or similar platformsPlanning systems : Experience with SAP IBP, Anaplan, o9, JDA / Blue Yonder, or similarDatabase skills : experience with SQL, Snowflake, BigQuery, or similar preferredAI / ML understanding : Familiarity with machine learning concepts and applications in planningHybrid Schedule :
3 days per week in office in Manhattan officeCompensation :
$150k-$160k base salary + cash bonus and flexible for the perfect candidate