Supply Planning Manager
About the role
The Supply Planning Manager plays a pivotal role in transforming demand forecasts into executable supply and purchasing strategies. This position operates at the heart of cross-functional collaboration, partnering closely with Demand Planning, Merchandising, Production, Operations, and manufacturing vendors.
Responsibilities
Own budget setting, in-season reforecasting, and inventory planning for assigned categories
Drive proactive risk mitigation through resolution with internal partners
Monitor and drive adherence to inventory KPIs including in-stock rates, turns, excess, and allocation efficiency
Partner closely with Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to align supply plans with business priorities
Lead assigned areas of the S&OP supply review
Develop clear summaries and recommendations that support timely, data-driven decision-making
Own the factory capacity planning process from mid-term strategic volume planning through purchasing execution
Align purchasing strategies with vendor capacity, lead times, and internal timelines
Manage tradeoffs (buy early, hold, phase, chase) based on demand signals, capacity, and financial impact
Ensure purchases stay aligned to OTB targets and time-phased buying plans
Collaborate with production teams on MOQs, lead times, and material availability to support execution
Ensure strong alignment with essentials buyers to maintain factory capacity & inventory flow
Support air/sea decision-making based on forecast changes, marketing needs, and cost implications
Identify, prioritize, and implement process improvements that reduce lead times, increase flexibility, improve service levels, and minimize waste
Design and implement tools, automation, and data flows to improve planning speed, accuracy, and decision quality
Create and maintain SOPs and work instructions for all assigned processes
Participate in projects and key initiatives as business needs evolve
Requirements
7+ years of experience in purchasing, planning, inventory, supply, production, or supply/demand planning roles; consumer brand or retail experience preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, a related analytical field or equivalent business experience
Strong understanding of inventory dynamics, vendor lead times, and purchasing strategies
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including modeling, analysis, and automation (not just static reporting)
Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau; DAX, SQL, or scripting experience a plus
Experience working with planning and forecasting systems, with the ability to operate effectively both within and outside those tools
Qualifications
Strong ownership and results-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
Highly analytical, with the ability to synthesize complex and changing data into actionable insight
Comfortable operating in environments with evolving systems, imperfect data, and shifting priorities
Excellent communication, collaboration, and time management skills
Continuous learner who adapts quickly to new tools, systems, and business needs
Prominent pattern recognition and innovation mindset, with a bias toward simplification and scalable solutions
Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Exceptional organizational and project management skills
Effective communication and collaboration abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools
Experience with planning and forecasting systems
Benefits
At Peter Millar & G/FORE, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes:
Health insurance
Retirement savings plan
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities
Employee wellness programs
Pay
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Schedule
Full-time position