Director, Global Supply Planning

Position Overview Director, Global Supply Planning – Wellness (Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks) located in Marlborough, MA. Hybrid work model: in‑office collaboration Tuesday through Thursday, remote Mondays and Fridays. The role is accountable for North American supply planning execution and staff leadership, owning global inventory planning, on‑time delivery, and vendor management for the U.S., Canada, and AP and LA RMOs. Key Responsibilities Own global inventory planning, including development, execution, and results, delivering inventory turn improvement while managing overall inventory investment in line with corporate objectives. Lead and develop the North American supply planning team across multiple product categories (humidifiers, air purifiers, thermometers, fans, heaters, PUR water filtration, blood pressure monitors, and related accessories). Analyze capacity constraints and recommend vendor‑level improvements to improve on‑time delivery, including management of seasonal builds and external events. Track, analyze, and report key performance indicators related to on‑time delivery, inventory health, and cost management. Approve purchase and firming orders with global vendors (approximately $500MM in annual spend). Serve as a subject matter expert in Oracle ERP and BI tools, providing hands‑on training and guidance to direct reports. Maintain strong working knowledge of SAP and Blue Yonder to drive effective purchasing execution and inventory management. Deliver regular executive‑level updates on supply chain performance with data‑driven insights on purchasing, inventory, and on‑time delivery. Proactively and creatively resolve complex global delivery challenges related to capacity, labor, utilities, transportation, and regulatory issues. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, operations, or related discipline. 7+ years of progressive experience across E2E supply chain operations. Advanced ERP expertise, including Oracle R12, with strong business intelligence development and usage experience and exposure to end‑to‑end advanced planning platforms. Proven people leadership and talent development experience within a large, matrixed global supply chain organization. Demonstrated success in inventory optimization and control strategies that reduce cost while improving service levels. Strong strategic, analytical, and critical thinking skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to convey complex information across multiple audiences. High attention to detail with sound risk‑based decision‑making and a strong bias toward action. Proven ability to collaborate, influence, and drive alignment across cultures and organizational levels. Strong executive‑level communication and presentation skills, including proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint. Authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Preferred Qualifications APICS and CPM certification. Experience with Oracle advanced planning tools such as O9. Pay Range Base salary: $103,000 – $152,000 annually (Massachusetts only; may vary by location). Benefits Salary + Bonus Healthcare, Dental, Vision Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (PTO) 401(k) with company match Basic Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, Educational Assistance Equal Opportunity / EEO Statement Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. We will provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Helen of Troy L P (Texas L P)