Director, IT Supply Chain Planning & Procurement

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Position: Director, IT Supply Chain Planning & Procurement

Department: Information Technology

Work Location: Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)

• El Paso, TX

• Dallas, TX

• Arlington, TN

• Marlborough, MA

Hybrid Schedule: At Helen of Troy, we embrace a flexible hybrid work model designed to support collaboration and productivity. For roles eligible for hybrid work, our standard schedule includes in-office collaboration from Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Any updates to this model will be communicated in advance. Please note that hybrid eligibility and schedules may vary based on business needs and manager expectations.

What you will be doing:

Strategic Leadership & Process Optimization  

• Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain planning and procurement IT strategy to enhance agility, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. 

• Oversee IT demand and supply planning systems deployment, ensuring optimal use of Demantra, ASCP, and ERP solutions 

• Lead end-to-end procurement process improvements, focusing on Procure-to-Pay (P2P) automation and supplier management best practices. 

• Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Supply Chain Planning, and distribution teams to ensure alignment of planning and procurement strategies with business needs and develop an IT strategy that meets them. 

Technology Deployment & Integration 

• Lead the deployment and optimization of o9 solutions, ensuring smooth integration with Oracle ERP and other planning tools. 

• Drive ERP upgrade initiatives, ensuring seamless transition and system performance enhancements post-o9 deployment. 

• Work closely with IT and engineering teams to architect system integrations using REST APIs, EDI, and middleware solutions to improve data flow across supply chain systems. 

• Support the selection and implementation of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), ensuring streamlined warehouse and distribution operations. 

Governance, Compliance & Performance Management 

• Establish governance frameworks and best practices for system implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement in areas of Supply Chain Planning, ERP and other enterprise solutions.  

• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance across supply chain and procurement platforms. 

• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor planning accuracy, procurement efficiency, and system effectiveness. 

Team Leadership & Collaboration 

• Recruit, mentor, and manage IT and supply chain professionals while promoting a culture of innovation and collaboration. 

• Collaborate with executives and senior leaders to obtain the required resources for strategic system enhancements. 

• Maintain open communication with technical teams, vendors, and partners to ensure projects are completed on time and within scope. 

• Provide strategic direction and mentorship to teams working on supply chain technology, procurement automation, and ERP transformation projects. 

Skills needed to be successful in this role:

Technical Skills: 

• Supply Chain Applications: In-depth experience deploying and supporting Supply Chain Planning solutions such as Demantra, ASCP, o9 solutions; Oracle ERP EBS and Fusion experience. 

• Process & Data Expertise: Strong knowledge of Procure to Pay workflows, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and IBP flows, including root cause analysis, KPI definition, and continuous improvement.  

• Technology Strategy: Proven capability in designing comprehensive solutions alongside IT, ensuring worldwide standardization and alignment with the business strategy. 

• System Governanc