Vice President Supply Chain Planning

Ashley Furniture Industries•Tampa, FL

4h•Onsite

About The Position

At Ashley, inspiring the love of home is at the heart of everything we do. As the world’s largest manufacturer of home furnishings, we’re more than a business — we’re a family driven by innovation, competitiveness, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We persevere through challenges, push beyond the status quo, and constantly seek better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Our solutions-first mindset and dedication to growth are why Ashley remains #1 in our industry. If you’re ready to grow, you’ve come to the right place. With a true “Growth Mindset,” Ashley Furniture invests in developing future leaders and helps every team member learn from the best in the business. The Vice President of Demand Planning oversees the entire forecasting process for Ashley Furniture Industries, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market demands. This role consolidates and harmonizes forecasts across all channels, including new product introductions, existing product lines, and customer/sales inputs, to create a unified demand plan that drives operational excellence and strategic decision-making. The VP leads a high-performing team across the United States and Vietnam, leveraging advanced forecasting tools and analytics to optimize inventory levels, reduce waste, and enhance service levels. This position requires balancing diverse priorities across global markets, synthesizing inputs from cross-functional teams, and navigating fluctuating market conditions. As a key leadership team member, the VP shapes the future of Ashley Furniture's supply chain for sustainable growth and market leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Data Analytics, Industrial Engineering, or related field
10-15 years of progressive experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain management
5+ years leading cross-functional or global teams
Proven expertise in demand forecasting methodologies and advanced analytics
Experience managing geographically dispersed teams with cross-cultural understanding
Track record managing demand planning for new product launches and product discontinuations
Strong collaboration with sales, marketing, manufacturing, and IT teams
Hands-on experience with demand planning software (SAP IBP, Oracle Demantra, Kinaxis, etc.)
Background in manufacturing, retail, or consumer goods industries
Expertise in scenario planning, risk mitigation, and handling demand fluctuations
Demonstrated ability to establish and improve KPIs for demand planning functions

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree (MBA or master’s in supply chain management, Operations Research, Data Science)
APICS CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent supply chain certifications
Furniture, home goods, or related industry experience
Experience with sustainability initiatives in supply chain operations
Success in leading organizational change and process transformation
Advanced analytics, machine learning, or AI experience in forecasting
International business experience, particularly in Asian markets (Vietnam preferred)
Strong executive presentation and communication skills

Responsibilities

Develop and oversee a comprehensive demand planning strategy aligned with organizational goals.
Lead forecasting for new product launches and existing product lines.
Aggregate forecasts across channels into a unified, actionable plan.
Collaborate with sales channels, customers, and cross-functional teams to align forecasts.
Evaluate product lifecycle and recommend discontinuation or adjustments.
Oversee and mentor demand planning teams in the U.S. and Vietnam.
Leverage advanced forecasting tools, analytics, and technology to enhance accuracy.
Monitor market trends and adjust forecasts to respond to market dynamics.
Optimize inventory levels and improve service through collaboration with supply chain teams.
Establish and track KPIs to measure forecast accuracy and effectiveness.
Develop contingency plans for demand fluctuations and market uncertainties.
Provide strategic insights to senior leadership on forecast accuracy, risks, and opportunities.
Manage budget and resources for the demand planning function.
Drive continuous process improvement and implement best practices.
Partner with marketing to integrate promotional plans into demand forecasts.
Ensure data integrity across all forecasting systems.