This is a permanent work-from-home position.

SUMMARY

Alpine is a team of forward-thinking innovators working to provide intelligent heating and cooling solutions to homeowners. We are the first and largest e-commerce retailer of heating and air conditioning equipment. Our mission is to reduce global warming through the use of high-efficiency and all-electric HVAC equipment, while providing a unique shopping experience for customers that makes the process fun and easy. By creating a great experience for our customers, we have a strong following of repeat customers and the highest ratings in the industry at 4.85 (out of 5) in satisfaction.

Embark on a fulfilling journey with us as our Director of Demand Planning and become a vital force behind our innovative ecommerce HVAC team. Your expertise in sophisticated forecasting logic, keen analytical abilities, and meticulous attention to detail will empower our team to stay at the forefront of the industry. By optimizing our inventory forecast and demand planning strategy, you will enable us to consistently exceed customer expectations and fuel our continuous growth. Seize this opportunity to make a lasting impact in a thriving, collaborative, and visionary environment. Apply now to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Alpine and the HVAC industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sophisticated forecasting logic and models to accurately predict demand across multiple warehouses and product lines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze data, identify trends, and improve forecast accuracy.
• Optimize inventory levels to maximize revenue, minimize stock-outs, and reduce excess inventory.
• Develop and implement robust supply chain strategies to improve operational efficiency, reduce lead times, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Utilize business intelligence tools such as Microsoft Power BI to analyze data, identify opportunities for improvement, and monitor key performance indicators.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers and ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and products.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for optimization and implementing best practices in demand planning and supply chain management.
• Oversee and mentor our Inventory Planning & Pricing Manager, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional development.
• Provide regular reporting on supply chain performance, risks, and opportunities to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Analytics, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in demand planning, preferably in the HVAC or ecommerce industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing sophisticated forecasting logic for multiple warehouses.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong experience using business intelligence tools such as Microsoft Power BI for data analysis and reporting.
• Proven track record of optimizing supply chain processes and driving improvements in key performance indicators.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams.
• Strong leadership and team management experience, with a focus on developing talent and promoting a culture of excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a monthly gain-sharing bonus based on revenue growth
• Group Healthcare, Health Savings Account, 401k retirement plan, and more
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• Challenging and fulfilling work with a positive, optimistic results-oriented work team
• Paid educational and professional development training
• Work-from-home (remote)

About Us

Started in 2002, we are the first ecommerce company to sell pro-grade heating and cooling units directly to homeowners. As a team of forward-thinking innovators, we are working to provide intelligent HVAC solutions to homeowners in a way that:

• Leads Americans away from using low efficiency and non-renewable HVAC appliances and towards high efficiency and all-electric ones, a key requirement for reducing the country’s dependence on fossil fuels and to slow global warming;
• Provides a shopping experience for customers that’s so easy it’s almost fun, having them exclaim “wow!”, enabled through extreme operational competency; and
• Prioritizes a harmonious win for customers, team members, company and the environment.

Learn more and view all openings at: careers.alpinehomeair.com