Jobs · Massachusetts

Supply Chain Project Manager

Staples · Framingham, MA · 2 wk ago
$94k–$130k/yrFull-time

Shift varies—project dependent. Hybrid role with Monday-Friday schedule depending on location.

About the role

When joining our Supply Chain team, you can feel right away that people are at the heart of what we do. You’ll be surrounded by a team who is looking to make an impact on our customers, our community, and each other. By pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees, we create smarter, more efficient ways to deliver for customers. Our network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation, and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the-art products, services, and expertise to our customers.

In this role, you will lead initiatives that have a significant impact on the entire supply chain operation. This strategic role involves complex problem-solving, managing cross-functional teams, and implementing solutions that enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and service quality. You will drive projects integral to our business strategy, requiring innovative thinking and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

  • Execute and drive demand planning and fulfillment strategy and supply chain best practices for B2B and B2C businesses.
  • Identify opportunities, develop, and implement new processes to better support and evolve how we manage inventory, optimizing product flow to increase turns, service, and overall support the business strategy.
  • Partner with various channels to build a collaborative planning, forecasting, and fulfillment process while dynamically contributing to business planning.
  • Manage and review channel inventory KPIs on a frequent basis and discuss results with cross-functional teams, highlighting inventory management opportunities.
  • Drive continuous improvement in demand forecasts while evaluating and evolving predictive models.
  • Play an integral role in supporting the shift from fixed order point replenishment to demand-driven fulfillment.
  • Identify potential inventory opportunities between sales channels, research root causes, and collaborate closely with merchant teams to provide resolution recommendations.
  • Review promotional lifts and the impact of sales and marketing activities on the supply chain.
  • Partner with vendors on outstanding purchase orders and general KPIs to ensure the flow of merchandise and supply chain is in place.
  • Collaborate, determine load-in, and maintain forecasts for added items as created by the Category Specialist.
  • Advance the analytical capabilities of the team to move toward a data-driven organization, improving financial results and enabling scalable, predictive solutions.

Requirements

  • Track record of implementing innovative supply chain solutions with significant business impact.
  • Solid understanding of business dynamics and political sensitivities within the supply chain.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment supporting transformation to a data-driven organization.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in all areas of supply chain operations.
  • Experience in Big Data Analytics—ability to provide insights or predict opportunities proactively by extracting information from data lakes.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and projects.
  • Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
  • Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
  • High level of initiative, creativity, and innovative thinking.
  • Proven problem-solving and analytical skills.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with business intelligence/decision support software.
  • Experience with JDA software.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI), SQL, and VBA.
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% as needed, depending on the project.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Master’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
  • Project management certifications (e.g., PMP).
  • Advanced specialization in logistics, procurement, or inventory management.
  • Successful completion of a quantitative post-secondary education with a focus on retail management, economics, inventory, or supply chain.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay: $94,000–$130,000 annually.
  • Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups.
  • Flexible PTO (22 days) and holiday schedule (7 observed paid holidays).
  • Online and retail discounts.
  • Company-matched 401(k).
  • Physical and mental health wellness programs.
  • Additional perks and benefits.

The salary range represents expected compensation at the time of posting. Base pay may vary based on experience, skill set, education, geography, business considerations, and internal equity. This role may also be eligible for bonuses or other forms of variable compensation.

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