Role Overview for VP, Global Supply Chain Planning with an E-commerce Retailer – Seattle, WA
JRG Partners is proud to partner with a premier, high-growth e-commerce retailer in their exclusive search for a visionary Vice President of Global Supply Chain Planning. Based in their dynamic corporate headquarters in Seattle, WA, this executive will serve as the strategic architect of the company’s end-to-end planning processes. This is a transformative leadership role, responsible for creating a world-class, data-driven planning organization that can scale with exponential business growth and navigate the complexities of a global marketplace. You will be the central pillar connecting commercial strategy with operational execution, ensuring that our client has the right product, in the right place, at the right time, every time.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned supply chain executive with a profound understanding of the nuances of e-commerce and direct-to-consumer retail. You will own the entire planning horizon, from long-range strategic capacity planning to short-term tactical execution. This includes leading the global Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, orchestrating demand and supply planning functions, and optimizing a multi-billion dollar inventory portfolio across a complex network of fulfillment centers and suppliers.
You will lead a substantial team of planning professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, analytical rigor, and collaborative problem-solving. Your leadership will directly impact key business outcomes, including revenue growth, profitability, working capital efficiency, and, most importantly, customer satisfaction. This role requires a leader who can not only master complex analytical challenges but also inspire teams, influence C-suite executives, and build the scalable systems and processes necessary for future success.
Success in this position means building a resilient, agile, and predictive supply chain that becomes a true competitive advantage. You will be challenged to innovate, leverage cutting-edge technology, and develop sophisticated models to anticipate market trends, manage supply chain disruptions, and optimize performance. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for operational excellence and a track record of building and leading high-performance planning teams in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to explore this exceptional opportunity.
Key Responsibilities of VP, Global Supply Chain Planning with an E-commerce Retailer – Seattle, WA
Strategic Leadership & S&OP Execution
- Spearhead the global Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, facilitating executive-level meetings to forge a consensus plan that balances demand, supply, and financial objectives.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive, multi-year supply chain planning strategy that aligns with the company’s long-term growth targets and corporate objectives.
- Own the long-range capacity planning process, providing critical insights into future network, infrastructure, and inventory investment requirements.
- Act as a key strategic advisor to the executive leadership team, translating complex supply chain data into actionable business intelligence and strategic recommendations.
Demand & Supply Planning Oversight
- Lead the global demand planning function, ensuring the development and refinement of sophisticated statistical forecasting models, augmented with market intelligence and commercial input.
- Drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy (MAPE, WAPE, Bias) through advanced analytics, machine learning applications, and a robust collaborative planning process with Sales and Marketing teams.
- Oversee the master production scheduling and supply planning teams, ensuring that supply plans are optimized to meet demand while considering capacity constraints, lead times, and total cost.
- Develop robust contingency and scenario planning models to assess risks and opportunities, enabling the business to respond effectively to supply chain disruptions or unexpected demand shifts.
Inventory Management & Optimization
- Design and implement a global inventory strategy, including setting clear policies for safety stock, cycle stock, and replenishment across all nodes of the supply chain network.
- Establish and manage key inventory health metrics, such as Days of Inventory on Hand (DOI), Inventory Turns, and Service Levels (OTIF), driving initiatives to optimize working capital.
- Lead the strategy for managing excess and obsolete (E&O) inventory, working cross-functionally to develop effective disposition channels and minimize financial impact.
- Utilize multi-echelon inventory optimization (MEIO) techniques to strategically position inventory and improve overall network efficiency and customer fulfillment speed.
Team Leadership & Talent Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop a large, geographically dispersed organization of supply chain planning professionals, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous learning.
- Establish clear performance goals, KPIs, and career development paths for the team, ensuring a strong talent pipeline for future leadership roles.
- Champion the use of data and analytics within the team, building capabilities in statistical analysis, data visualization, and predictive modeling.
- Promote a collaborative and proactive culture, ensuring seamless communication and partnership with other key functions including Merchandising, Operations, Finance, and Technology.
Requirements for the VP, Global Supply Chain Planning with an E-commerce Retailer – Seattle, WA
- A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related analytical field is required. An MBA or other advanced degree is highly preferred.
- A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in supply chain planning, with at least 7-10 years in a senior leadership capacity overseeing large, complex planning functions (Director, Senior Director, or VP level).
- Direct experience within the e-commerce, direct-to-consumer (DTC), or fast-moving retail sectors is essential.
- Proven, hands-on experience leading a global S&OP process and interacting at the C-suite level.
- Deep expertise in demand planning, statistical forecasting, supply planning, and inventory management principles.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, with a track record of attracting, retaining, and growing top talent.
- Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills. Must be comfortable with large datasets and complex modeling.
- Extensive experience with advanced planning systems (APS) such as Kinaxis, o9 Solutions, Blue Yonder, or Oracle, as well as major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Professional certifications such as APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) are highly desirable.
- Outstanding communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to articulate complex supply chain concepts to a wide range of audiences.
- Must be willing to be based in the Seattle, WA metropolitan area.
Benefits & Perks Offered
Our client is committed to investing in their employees and offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive executive-level base salary and annual performance-based bonus.
- Meaningful equity package with long-term incentive potential.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents.
- A robust 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy and paid company holidays.
- Paid parental leave and family support programs.
- Corporate wellness programs, including gym memberships or subsidies.
- Significant employee discount on company products.
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
- A vibrant, innovative, and collaborative company culture with opportunities for professional growth.
How to Apply
JRG Partners has been exclusively retained for this critical search. We are a leading executive search firm specializing in placing top talent within high-growth organizations. If you are a results-oriented supply chain leader ready to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.
To be considered for this confidential opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. Interested candidates can learn more about our expertise in this area by visiting our Supply Chain & Logistics Practice page. We look forward to reviewing your qualifications and discussing this exciting role in more detail.
