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Sr Director, Supply Chain Planning (Tampa)
Sr Director, Supply Chain Planning (Tampa)Ashley Furniture Industries • Tampa, FL, United States
Sr Director, Supply Chain Planning (Tampa)

Sr Director, Supply Chain Planning (Tampa)

Ashley Furniture Industries • Tampa, FL, United States
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Ashley is a large, privately held company with integrated operations spanning furniture manufacturing, extensive distribution networks, transportation, and multi-channel retail. Our robust supply chain is the backbone of our operations, and meticulous supply planning is critical to ensuring product availability, optimizing inventory, and maintaining high service levels for our diverse customer base. We are committed to strategic excellence and leveraging advanced planning capabilities to drive competitive advantage.

Senior Director, Supply Chain Planning

Location : Corporate Headquarters On site, Tampa FL

The Senior Director of Supply Planning is a critical senior leadership role responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive supply planning operations across the entire enterprise. This individual will lead the execution of optimized production plans, inventory strategies, and material flow plans, ensuring seamless coordination between demand forecasting, manufacturing, and distribution to meet customer needs efficiently and cost-effectively for our furniture products.

This role operates within a unified Supply Chain Planning organization led by the VP Supply Chain Planning, working in close partnership with the Demand Planning team to drive integrated business planning excellence. The Senior Director will manage day-to-day supply planning operations while contributing to the strategic development of our S&OP / IBP processes and advanced planning capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Supply Planning Excellence

  • Execute and optimize production planning processes for all furniture manufacturing facilities, ensuring maximum utilization of capacity, machinery, and labor resources
  • Develop and manage detailed inventory policies, safety stock levels, and replenishment strategies across all raw materials (lumber, fabric, mechanisms), work-in-progress, and finished furniture goods
  • Drive efficient material flow from suppliers through manufacturing to distribution and ultimately to customers
  • Implement strategies to minimize excess and obsolete inventory while preventing stock-outs, particularly for long-lead-time furniture components and seasonal products

Integrated Planning & S&OP Support

  • Partner closely with the Demand Planning team to ensure aligned and executable supply plans that support business objectives
  • Contribute to the maturation and execution of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes under VP leadership
  • Balance inventory targets, manufacturing capacity, and customer service levels to optimize working capital while meeting market demand
  • Provide supply-side insights and constraints for strategic capacity planning and production scheduling decisions

    • Manufacturing & Supplier Coordination

  • Collaborate extensively with Manufacturing leadership to align production schedules with capacity and demand forecasts, accounting for complex furniture assembly processes
  • Work closely with Procurement teams to ensure supplier lead times, material availability, and production capabilities support supply plans
  • Proactively identify and mitigate supply risks including raw material shortages and production line issues
  • Drive supplier performance initiatives that enhance supply plan reliability and execution

    • Advanced Planning Systems & Analytics

  • Support the implementation and optimization of Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) systems and supply chain planning software
  • Leverage data analytics, predictive modeling, and emerging AI-driven insights to improve supply planning accuracy and efficiency
  • Ensure data integrity and robust reporting for all supply planning metrics and KPIs
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives using data-driven insights and best practices

    • Team Leadership & Development

  • Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of supply planners, inventory analysts, and planning specialists
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, analytical rigor, and strong cross-functional collaboration
  • Develop talent capabilities and succession planning within the supply planning organization
  • Drive performance management and professional development for direct reports

    • Cross-Functional Partnership

  • Maintain strong working relationships with Manufacturing, Procurement, Distribution, Transportation, Finance, and IT teams
  • Support Finance in inventory valuation, working capital management, and cost optimization initiatives
  • Collaborate with Distribution teams to ensure optimal logistics planning and product flow for furniture shipments
  • Partner with IT on system enhancements and automation opportunities

    • Core Competencies

    Supply Planning Expertise

  • Deep expertise in developing and executing supply planning strategies in complex, multi-channel manufacturing environments, preferably furniture or durable goods
  • Strong understanding of production planning, capacity management, and inventory optimization principles
  • Experience with S&OP / IBP processes and cross-functional planning integration

    • Systems & Analytics Proficiency

  • Hands-on experience with Advanced Planning Systems (APS) and supply chain planning software (SAP IBP, Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, Anaplan, Oracle)
  • Strong analytical capabilities with ability to leverage data for optimization and decision-making
  • Experience with forecasting models, inventory optimization techniques, and planning analytics

    • Leadership & Collaboration

  • Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing planning teams
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with ability to influence without direct authority
  • Experience working in integrated planning organizations with unified demand / supply leadership

    • Financial & Business Acumen

  • Understanding of inventory valuation, working capital impact, and financial implications of planning decisions
  • Ability to balance service, inventory, and cost objectives
  • Experience with budgeting and financial planning processes

    • Communication & Problem Solving

  • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with ability to communicate complex planning concepts
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environment

    • Qualifications

    Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related quantitative field
  • Master's degree (MBA or relevant advanced degree) preferred

    • Experience

  • Minimum of 12-15 years of progressive experience in supply chain planning, with at least 5-7 years in senior management roles
  • Proven track record of leading comprehensive supply planning operations in large, complex organizations
  • Experience in furniture manufacturing, durable goods, or similar complex assembly operations preferred
  • Demonstrated success in improving inventory turns, service levels, forecast accuracy, and planning efficiency

    • Technical Skills

  • Extensive hands-on experience with leading APS / supply chain planning software platforms
  • Strong understanding of furniture manufacturing processes, specialized material procurement, and distribution logistics
  • Experience in integrated manufacturing, distribution, and retail operations highly desirable

    • Certifications

  • APICS CSCP, CPIM, or similar professional certifications preferred
  • Lean Six Sigma certification a plus

    • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

    Operational Excellence

  • Inventory Turns / Days of Supply : Continuous improvement in inventory efficiency
  • Production Plan Attainment : Percentage of scheduled production completed as planned
  • Supply Plan Accuracy : Accuracy of supply forecasts against actual production requirements
  • Manufacturing Capacity Utilization : Optimization of production capacity based on planning

    • Service & Quality

  • Finished Goods Availability : Contribution to overall customer service level achievement
  • Supply Plan Execution : On-time delivery of materials and production schedules
  • New Product Launch Support : Supply readiness for new product introductions

    • Financial Impact

  • Excess & Obsolete Inventory Reduction : Minimization of aged and unsaleable inventory
  • Working Capital Optimization : Contribution to overall inventory investment efficiency
  • Supply Planning Cost Management : Operational efficiency of planning function

    • Process & Team Development

  • S&OP / IBP Process Contribution : Support for overall planning process maturity

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