Sr Manager, Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SI&OP)

At National Business Furniture (NBF), we believe in the power that inspiring spaces can have to help people achieve big things. We have worked with hundreds of thousands of businesses across the country – from startups to Fortune 500 companies – to equip their workspaces with beautiful, comfortable, and functional furniture for nearly 50 years. Named one of the 2023 Top Places to Work in Southeast, WI by Top Workplaces and the Journal Sentinel.

We’re presenting an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager, Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SI&OP) to join our growing Operations team. We are looking for a strategic, data-driven planning leader who can build and lead the SI&OP function, align supply and demand across the organization, and optimize inventory across our U.S. network. This role will work closely with Merchandising, Category Management, Procurement, and Logistics, and will play a critical role in transforming how we plan and operate as a business.

 What Makes This a Great Opportunity?

This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead a core business function from the ground up. As the first dedicated SI&OP leader at NBF, you’ll be empowered to build and implement a strategic planning framework that drives alignment across departments. Your work will directly influence forecasting accuracy, inventory health, and overall operational efficiency—while collaborating with a team of experienced, forward-thinking leaders committed to continuous improvement.

 Here’s a General Overview of What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead the setup and execution of a cross-functional Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SI&OP) process
• Own and improve forecast modeling and demand planning, using data and business inputs to align sales and supply
• Build and maintain a long-term inventory strategy across distribution centers and drop-ship operations
• Develop supply strategy, in partnership with Merchandising and Operations teams, to support business goals and enable agile responses to market or promotional changes
• Partner with Merchandising, Category Management, Sales, and Operations to align inventory strategies with product lifecycle and promotional plans
• Leverage systems such as StockIQ and Salesforce to enhance forecasting accuracy, visibility, and replenishment planning
• Report on key performance indicators including forecast accuracy, availability, inventory health, and DIO (Days Inventory Outstanding)
• Collaborate with internal teams to drive continuous improvement in planning, communication, and decision-making processes
• Build operational models, tools, and metrics to evaluate success and drive accountability
• Help shape the future of the Sales, Inventory, & Operations Planning function and contribute to a culture of operational excellence

 What We’re Looking For:

• 7–10 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain analytics, or inventory strategy
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field; preferred MBA or Masters Degree in Operations, Analytics, or Data Science
• Proven experience building or leading a formal S&OP or SI&OP process
• Strong analytical skills and experience managing forecast accuracy and inventory KPIs
• Proficiency with Excel and experience working with forecasting or inventory planning tools 
• Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively across departments at a senior level
• Experience managing or mentoring team members, with a collaborative and thoughtful leadership approach

 It Would Also Be Nice to Have:

• Experience in the furniture, consumer goods, or manufacturing industries
• Familiarity with dependent and independent demand planning
• Knowledge of SQL or other data-querying tools
• Exposure to multi-DC or drop-ship operations
• A mindset focused on continuous improvement, curiosity, and results

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at National Business Furniture or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call (800) 558-1010 or contact us at HR@NBF.com.