Job Title: Vice President - Forecasting, Demand & Supply Planning

Hours Available: M-F 8:30am-5:30pm EST (1-hour lunch break)

FLSA Class: Exempt

EEO1 Classification: Professional

Physical Address: 200 Sea Ln, Farmingdale, NY 11735

Salary Range: ~$150,000 - 225,000 + bonus (Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law) 

Grade: 9

Why Work @ BEDGEAR?

If you’re looking for a career and not just a job, BEDGEAR provides a work environment that accelerates growth for all its team members. Keeping up with the everyday challenges of a fast-growing consumer goods company demands a team of all-in players, who are focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, leadership, and have a growth-mindset. If you want to elevate yourself personally and professionally, surrounding yourself with others that share the same values, beliefs, and behaviors will provide the support and extra push to reach new heights and smash new goals. At BEDGEAR you can expect to find successful teammates who exemplify our core values of being:

HUNGRY - HUMBLE - CURIOUS - CLEVER - COMMITTED - HUMANITARIAN

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced, visionary, and hands-on VP - Forecasting, Demand & Supply Planning to design and lead our end-to-end planning ecosystem—including demand forecasting, supply and inventory planning, purchasing, and vendor management. This leader will not only manage day-to-day transactions and tactical execution but will also set the long-term vision for how planning supports the business: building scalable processes, implementing best-in-class systems, and aligning supply chain capabilities to deliver on our growth strategy.

The ideal candidate blends the art and science of planning—leveraging data, systems, and forecasting models while flexibly responding to evolving customer and business needs. They will be a cross-functional thought partner to Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Product Development, ensuring planning decisions are financially sound, operationally feasible, and customer-first.

Key Responsibilities:

Vision & Strategy:

• Define and execute the long-term strategy for forecasting, demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, purchasing, and vendor performance.

• Develop a planning philosophy that balances forecast accuracy, operational efficiency, and customer responsiveness.

• Establish a roadmap for scaling systems, processes, and teams as the business grows.

Demand Forecasting & Integrated Business Planning

• Lead and continuously evolve the monthly and quarterly forecasting and IBP cycles.

• Incorporate insights from Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Product Development to create bottom-up, data-driven forecasts that support revenue and profitability goals.

• Drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy, service levels, inventory turns, and supply continuity.

• Use advanced analytics, ERP/MRP systems, and demand planning tools to enhance decision-making and reduce bias in planning.

Supply, Inventory & Purchasing Leadership

• Oversee inventory planning strategies that balance working capital with customer service expectations.

• Ensure supply plans align with internal manufacturing capacity, external vendor lead times, and warehouse/logistics capabilities.

• Partner with procurement and sourcing to manage vendor relationships, negotiate effectively, and resolve supply challenges.

• Develop cost-effective purchasing and inventory strategies that mitigate risk while supporting growth.

Cross-functional Leadership & Influence

• Serve as a key voice in executive-level discussions on forecast risk, supply continuity, and inventory investment.

• Partner with Sales & Marketing to proactively plan for promotions, launches, and market shifts.

• Collaborate with Operations and Finance to ensure planning decisions are aligned with production, cost targets, and financial health.

• Advocate for the planning function across the organization, increasing visibility and trust in forecasting as a driver of strategic success.

Process & System Excellence

• Optimize and scale planning systems (ERP, MRP, forecasting tools, dashboards) to reduce manual work and increase automation.

• Collaborate with IT and data teams to improve integration, reporting, and visibility across the business.

• Champion the use of technology and data-driven tools to enable smarter, faster decisions.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of planners, analysts, and purchasing specialists.

• Build a culture of accountability, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Develop the team’s technical expertise in ERP/MRP systems, planning models, and forecasting analytics.

This job description is intended as a general guideline and should not be considered an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The VP may be required to perform additional duties, as well as be tasked with special projects as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• HS Diploma or GED

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and have IDs needed to verify.

• English proficient (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension)

• Computer savvy; proficient with Microsoft Office

Education/Experience/License Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field highly preferred. Master’s degree is a plus.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, demand planning, or operations, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role.

• Proven success leading S&OP/IBP processes and driving measurable improvement in forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory efficiency.

• Deep experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP IBP, Oracle) and advanced planning & analytics tools. NetSuite experience is a PLUS.

• Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into insights and strategic decisions.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with proven ability to influence across functions.

• Experience in consumer goods manufacturing with multi-channel operations (DTC, retail, wholesale, and manufacturing) strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to balance short-term execution with long-term vision, managing complexity with agility.

About BEDGEAR® PERFORMANCE®

Launched in 2009, BEDGEAR® is the brand of Performance® that provides innovative bedding by focusing on an active lifestyle and well-being. BEDGEAR’s sleep solutions are engineered with Performance fabrics that are temperature neutral and instant cooling and maximizes airflow to allow the body to naturally regulate its temperature. With a core belief of One Size Does Not Fit All™, BEDGEAR has redefined the way people view sleep by developing interactive in-store experiences and breathable bedding products that are personally fit to a consumer based on specific factors, including body type, sleep position and temperature. BEDGEAR is dedicated to integrating environmental responsibility into product development to ensure less returned goods are being sent to landfills. BEDGEAR is essential to the rest and recovery routines of professional athletes and active people who need to maximize their sleep. A proud manufacturer in the USA, BEDGEAR offers mattresses, pillows, sheets, blankets, pet beds as well as travel, kids and baby products that often feature removable and washable covers to maintain a clean and healthy sleep environment. BEDGEAR is represented in more than 4,000 retail stores across the globe and has earned more than 220 U.S. and worldwide patents, trademark registrations and pending applications. Sleep Fuels Everything®!

Learn more at bedgear.com.

BEDGEAR® is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that participates in the E-Verify program!