Regional Supply Chain Planning Manager
Req ID: 50160
Date: Sep 2, 2026
Location:
Virtual-5, US
Company: Sonepar
Brand: Sonepar Management Group, US
Sonepar Management Group (SMG) supports our Sonepar brands (i.e. operating companies) in the US through a shared services model. These services include, but are not limited to: human resources, finance, digital enterprise, supply chain, vendor relations, marketing, legal, and communications. The SMG teams enable our brands to do business in their local regions while taking advantage of the scale and collective resources of a global enterprise.
SMG fosters an inclusive and supportive culture. We offer leadership and development programs to help you reach your career goals. Our associates share in our collective achievements, and we firmly believe that Sonepar is "Powered by Difference." By driving technology and innovation, enabling paths to success, and caring about our people and their families, we have built a workplace where you can build a fulfilling career.
At Sonepar USA, we're looking for a strategic and hands-onRegional Supply Chain Planning Managerto support supply chain planning, inventory performance, and operational excellence across a defined geographic region.
This highly visible role partners closely with operating companies, branch leadership, finance, purchasing, operations, and supply chain teams to improve inventory health, strengthen planning discipline, optimize working capital, and drive consistent execution across the region. If you're passionate about using data to improve business performance and enjoy influencing teams without direct authority, we'd love to hear from you.
Travel:Approximately 25-30% within the assigned region.
What You'll Do
Lead Regional Planning & Inventory Optimization
Support regional planning activities, demand visibility, supply readiness, and replenishment priorities.
Partner with stakeholders to identify inventory risks, service challenges, and supply constraints.
Prepare and support key SIOP planning activities.
Align inventory investments with business demand and customer service requirements.
Improve Inventory Performance
Drive improvements in inventory health, inventory turns, DIO, excess and obsolete inventory, and returns management.
Identify inventory balancing opportunities and corrective actions to reduce financial exposure.
Support complex inventory disposition and recovery strategies.
Partner with Operating Companies
Collaborate with branch and OpCo leaders to improve supply chain processes and execution.
Promote adoption of standard tools, reporting, documentation, and operating procedures.
Share best practices and drive consistency across multiple locations and business units.
Leverage Data & Analytics
Analyze inventory, demand, operational, and ERP data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Troubleshoot reporting, process, and data integrity challenges.
Convert insights into actionable plans that improve planning performance and operational results.
Drive Continuous Improvement
Maintain dashboards, scorecards, documentation, and governance routines.
Provide visibility into key inventory and planning metrics.
Support ongoing process improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
What You'll Bring
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Logistics, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
6+ years of experience in supply chain planning, inventory management, demand planning, logistics, procurement, replenishment, branch operations, or SIOP/S&OP environments.
Experience supporting regional, multi-site, or distributed operations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to leverage data to drive business decisions.
Experience working with ERP systems and operational reporting tools.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
APICS/ASCM certifications such as CPIM or CSCP.
Lean or Continuous Improvement experience.
Experience in wholesale distribution, industrial distribution, manufacturing, or supply chain-intensive environments.
SIOP/S&OP planning experience.
What We Offer You
We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:
Healthcare plans
Dental & vision
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
401(k) retirement savings with company match
Professional and personal development programs
Opportunity to become a shareholder
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
Robust wellness program
Gym reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.
Learn More About Us
Get to know us onLinkedIn,Facebook,InstagramandYoutubeand learn how we're "Powering Progress for Future Generations."
Learn more about us and our Sonepar family of brands:https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or emailrecruiting@sonepar-us.com.
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