Chief Supply Chain Officer

Blueair; Chicago, Bellevue (IL, WA); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Paid vacations & holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

Blueair, part of Unilever, seeks a strategic Chief Supply Chain Officer to lead global planning, inventory, and logistics. You will drive S&OP processes across channels, optimize portfolio and SKU mix, and steer AI-driven forecasting in a fast-growing, multiregional environment.

The role requires 10-15+ years in supply chain with senior leadership, deep forecasting expertise, and experience across DTC, Amazon, and omnichannel retail. Hybrid work in a global context is offered.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Supply Chain, Business, Finance or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10-15+ years of supply chain experience including demand and supply planning.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role overseeing global supply chain functions.
• Deep forecasting, S&OP, inventory optimization and multi-channel ops experience.
• Experience with assortment planning, open-to-buy and product phase-in/phase-out.
• Experience supporting DTC, Amazon and omnichannel retail environments.
• Experience with NetSuite and forecasting tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead global S&OP with CFO; guide forecasting, inventory and decision-making.
• Improve demand planning with data-driven forecasts across channels/geos.
• Translate demand plans into supply/inventory plans; balance service levels.
• Lead inventory positioning, assortment planning and portfolio management.
• Oversee logistics/fulfillment strategy, vendor relationships, and 3PLs.
• Lead supply chain technology, AI-enabled planning and process automation.
• Develop risk management and contingency plans; mentor teams.

Skills

Forecasting

S&OP

Inventory optimization

Multi-channel supply chain

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

AI-enabled planning

Education

BA/BS in Supply Chain

MBA preferred

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Blueair, as part of Unilever, is a rapidly growing global brand with consumer health at its core. We believe that no matter where you live, your lifestyle, or your specific health needs, air health is vital to your wellbeing. Over the last 30 years, Blueair has built a team of creative thinkers, health enthusiasts, and innovators who are passionate about our impactful products. We are seeking to add to our entrepreneurial and dynamic culture with a Chief Supply Chain Officer.

Position Description

The Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO) leads Blueair’s global supply chain, including demand planning, supply planning, sales & operations planning (S&OP), inventory optimization, assortment and portfolio planning, and logistics and fulfillment. Blueair moves fast. We are launching innovation across DTC, Amazon, and omnichannel retail, expanding into new categories, and growing in markets around the world, often all at the same time. This executive role owns the strategy and execution required to keep pace with that growth and ensure the right product is in the right place at the right time, utilizing both direct distribution and distributor partners.

This is a global leadership position that oversees a team of 13, including direct reports in Chicago, Shanghai, and Hong Kong. The CSCO works closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Procurement, Customer Experience, and our global leadership team to align our operations with our commercial objectives, and manages strategic relationships with our logistics partners to ensure scalable, efficient, and high-performing operations.

The ideal candidate is a highly analytical and operationally rigorous leader who combines strategic thinking with hands‑on execution. They are energized by a fast‑paced innovation environment, comfortable navigating complexity, excited about using technology to build scalable systems, and skilled at influencing cross‑functional stakeholders and leading through periods of growth and change.

Responsibilities & Functions

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

• Co‑lead the global S&OP process with our CFO and establish clear planning strategies to guide forecasting, inventory management, and operational decision‑making
• Continuously improve our demand planning capabilities to provide accurate, data‑driven forecasts across channels and geographies
• Ensure planning processes keep pace with a fast‑moving innovation pipeline, including new product launches and entry into new categories across global markets
• Translate demand plans into actionable supply and inventory plans that balance service levels, inventory risk, and operational efficiency
• Partner closely with commercial, finance, and procurement teams to align operational planning with business objectives

Inventory Optimization, Assortment & Portfolio Planning

• Own global inventory positioning across all channels, fulfillment centers, and markets
• Lead assortment planning and portfolio management in partnership with Marketing and Sales, shaping the right SKU mix by channel and market
• Own open‑to‑buy planning to balance growth investment, inventory health, and working capital
• Manage product lifecycle transitions, including phase‑in of new launches and phase‑out of end‑of‑life SKUs, to minimize excess and obsolete inventory while preventing stockouts
• Develop inventory policies by channel and SKU that optimize service levels and working capital
• Monitor inventory health, forecast accuracy, and operational KPIs to drive continuous improvement
• Provide decision‑support analysis and operational insights to leadership teams

Supply Chain Technology, AI & Operational Excellence

• Help lead Blueair’s AI investment within supply chain, identifying and implementing AI‑enabled tools that improve forecasting, planning, and decision‑making
• Transform manual planning and reporting processes into scalable, automated systems that create end‑to‑end supply chain visibility
• Lead operational excellence initiatives focused on scalability, efficiency, service improvement, and cost optimization
• Manage the operations budget including forecasting, variance analysis, and cost improvement initiatives
• Ensure SOPs are documented, maintained, and continuously improved across core operational processes

Logistics & Fulfillment

• Set the global logistics and fulfillment strategy across DTC, Amazon, and omnichannel retail, supported by our logistics team
• Manage strategic relationships with 3PLs, freight forwarders, and carriers, ensuring partners deliver against performance expectations, continuous improvement goals, and sustainability initiatives
• Guide the ongoing transition to a new North America warehouse and the long‑term optimization of our fulfillment network
• Ensure operational excellence for innovation launches and key business initiatives

Risk Management & Leadership

• Proactively identify and manage supply chain risks related to inventory exposure, logistics disruptions, tariff volatility, and fulfillment capacity constraints
• Develop contingency and business continuity plans to support operational resilience
• Serve as a clear and credible voice in cross‑functional planning conversations, helping the business understand operational trade‑offs and opportunities
• Lead, mentor, and develop high‑performing operations and supply chain teams capable of scaling with the business
• Support additional strategic projects necessary to aid in the growth of Blueair’s operations

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field required; MBA preferred
• 10-15+ years of supply chain experience, including demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, and logistics
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role with ownership of global supply chain functions
• Deep expertise in forecasting methodologies, S&OP processes, inventory optimization, and multi‑channel supply chain operations
• Experience with assortment planning and portfolio management, including open‑to‑buy and product phase‑in/phase‑out
• Track record of supporting fast‑paced innovation, including new product and new category launches, ideally in consumer products
• Proven experience supporting DTC, Amazon, Costco, Target, and omnichannel retail environments
• Experience managing global logistics networks, including inbound freight, customs, and 3PL partnerships
• Experience leading supply chain technology, automation, or AI‑enabled planning initiatives
• 4+ years managing and developing direct reports and operational teams, preferably international
• Experience with NetSuite and forecasting tools preferred

Pay:

The base salary pay range for this position is $250,000-$400,000 per year. Blueair takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.

Bonus:

This position is bonus eligible.

Benefits:

Blueair employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401K with company match, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous additional perks and benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Blueair is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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