Supply Planner; Hybrid - Manchester, CT
Listed on 2026-03-03
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Logistics Coordination, Procurement / Purchasing, Business Management -
Business
Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Business Management
Supply Planner (Hybrid - Manchester, CT)
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing, employee discount
Feb 28, 2026
OverviewThe Supply Planner plays a critical role in driving product availability, inventory optimization, and end-to-end supply chain efficiency across Bob's distribution network. This position is responsible for developing and executing supply plans that align with demand forecasts, Open-to-Buy strategies, and business priorities while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory. This role partners cross-functionally with Demand Planning, Merchandising, Logistics, and suppliers to ensure smooth product flow and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven environment and demonstrates strong analytical capability, ownership, and a proactive mindset.
This role operates in a hybrid corporate office environment and requires frequent collaboration across departments. Standard business hours apply, with flexibility required to address supplier or operational issues as needed.
What You'll Bring to Bob'sAt Bob's Discount Furniture, we value the unique skills and experiences that each candidate brings. Success in this role is driven by a combination of technical supply chain expertise, strong analytical thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. If you enjoy solving complex planning challenges, improving processes, and making a measurable impact on inventory performance and product availability, this is the opportunity for you.
KeySkills for Success
To excel in this role, you will demonstrate strengths in the following skill areas:
Core Competencies & Expertise Supply Planning & Inventory Optimization- Develop and manage supply plans and purchase orders aligned to demand forecasts and business priorities
- Optimize inventory levels across distribution centers while balancing service levels and cost
- Leverage Inventory and Open-to-Buy policies to maintain healthy stock positions
- Analyze KPIs such as OTIF, inventory turns, fill rates, and service levels
- Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through data interpretation
- Provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership
- Partner proactively with suppliers to resolve constraints and mitigate risk
- Maintain accurate supply master data including lead times and capacity
- Monitor and manage supplier performance to ensure reliability and accountability
- Collaborate closely with Demand Planning, Logistics, and Merchandising
- Support short- and long-term distribution flow planning
- Align supply strategy with broader organizational objectives
- Utilize ERP and supply planning systems effectively
- Support implementation of next-generation planning tools
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within supply planning processes
- Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- High sense of urgency and ownership
- Clear and confident communicator, comfortable presenting insights to leadership
- Adaptability and resilience when navigating supply constraints or shifting priorities
- 2+ years of experience in supply chain planning, with a focus on supply planning operations
- Demonstrated understanding of demand forecasting, production scheduling, inventory management, and capacity planning
- Experience working with ERP and supply chain planning systems
- Proficiency in data analysis and performance reporting
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- Ability to work at a computer for extended periods
- Occasional standing, walking, and participation in collaborative meetings
- Minimal lifting (up to 15 lbs) as needed
At Bob's Discount Furniture, we want you to feel ther you're shopping with us or part of the Bob's team, we want you to know that you are valued, appreciated, and free to be who you are. We are committed to creating a place as diverse as the communities we serve.
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementIt is the policy of Bob's Discount Furniture, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.
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