Senior Director, Sales and Operations Planning Full Time NEW

We are the VMS Co-Op, a group of high-growth brands in the Vitamins, Minerals, and Supplements (VMS) category, including OLLY and SmartyPants. This role’s home company will be based within OLLY.

THE ROLE: SENIOR DIRECTOR, SALES AND OPERATIONS PLANNING

Our Sr Director, Sales and Operations Planning will be responsible for the development and execution of the supply chain strategy.Reporting to our Chief Supply Chain Officer, this role will serve as a key leader of our growing Operations team. This position requiressuperior business, negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to implement new supplychain techniques and lean/continuous improvement programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly Sales & Operations Planning process delivering cross-functionally aligned, feasible short & long-term demand and supply plans with a goal of ensuring high customer fill rates and retail in-stock levels
• Oversee creation of Consensus demand plan integrating statistical forecasting, market intelligence, Sales insights, promotions, new product launches and channel dynamics.
• Creates a dynamic inventory strategy that balances customer service, working capital requirements and minimize Excess & Obsolescence
• Align financial and operating plans with objective of improved operating and financial results
• Ensure new products launch on-time and on-budget by partnering with Product Development and ProjectManagement
• Drive continuous improvements & coordinate cost savings project
• Develop, own and report on all relevant KPIs for supply chain
• Manage E&O and monthly material disposition for obsolete inventories and budgets to meet accrual targets
• Collaborate with the Health & Wellbeing Collective on key supply chain initiatives
• Create a culture of performance, continuous improvement and collaboration while living by OLLY values

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is an experienced leader in supply chain management. Someone that thrives in a quickly growing environment with great communication across functions. You’re looking for a job where no two days are the same and you want to grow with a company. You like to solve problems, and you want to work as an integral part of a team that makes great things happen.

CAPABILITIES + SKILLS REQUIRED

• 15+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management at a CPG Company
• Proven experience managing a formal S+OP process
• Familiarity with APS like Kinaxis is desirable
• An Excel whiz with excellent analytical skills, plus great written and verbal communication
• Think outside the box and solve problems, and be resourceful with limited resources
• Demonstrates ability to effectively lead the team and influence both internal and external customers /relationships
• Ability to organize work and manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines in an agile environment
• A true “Team Player” who can work cross-functionally to achieve results in a dynamic growth environment

What To Expect During The Interview Process

• Initial video screen with a member of our Talent team
• Round 1: Conversation with the Hiring Manager + 1-2 conversations with other Ollies on the team
• Round 2: 2-3 conversations with team or cross functional Ollies
• Final Round: Homework*
• At OLLY, our final round is called Homework. Candidates who participate in this round are given 3 questions in advance to answer and present to the interview panel they previously spoke with in the process. We understand every candidate is different. If you need a reasonable accommodation to adjust this procedure, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can evaluate and provide other options that work for your needs

THE DETAILS

LOCATION: Remote, USA

HOURS: Full time, exempt (salary)

MANAGER: Chief Supply Chain Officer

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• An opportunity to work with an intelligent, inspiring, and extraordinarily fun team
• We pay 100% of the premiums for employee-only medical, dental + orthodontics, and vision insurance
• 4 weeks PTO + paid holidays + 12 Mental Health Days per year
• 100% Paid parental leave, Fertility + Adoption Benefits
• Annual Bonus
• 401(k) plan with Employer Match
• Hybrid Work + Wellness + Cell Phone Stipends
• Free product
• And much more!