Forecasting Inventory Optimization S&OP Global Sourcing ERP

TIMOTHY J. GRABUS

Manassas, VA 336-***-**** ********@******.*** linkedin.com/in/tjgrabus

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Operations and supply chain executive with 25+ years of experience building planning, sourcing, logistics, distribution, fulfillment, inventory, and ERP-connected operating capabilities across complex multi-site manufacturing and product environments. Proven record improving forecast accuracy, service levels, inventory performance, supplier accountability, and operating cost through disciplined execution, cross-functional leadership, and practical systems design. Hands-on experience with NetSuite-connected business applications, Oracle, NetStock, Dynamics AX, and Logility, with additional exposure to e-commerce and online retail channel operations, including Wayfair, Walmart, and Pottery Barn.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Supply Chain Strategy Operations Leadership S&OP Demand Planning Forecasting Inventory Optimization Global Sourcing Supplier Strategy Procurement Logistics Warehousing Distribution Fulfillment E-commerce Channel Operations D2C Support ERP / Systems Integration NetSuite Oracle NetStock Dynamics AX Logility 3PL Coordination KPI Management Process Improvement Cross-Functional Leadership PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Vice President, Operations & Supply Chain BDI Furniture - Chantilly, VA 2024-2025

- Implemented NetStock planning system, improving forecast accuracy 11.6% while raising in-stock performance to 98% across 2,500 SKUs.

- Reduced supplier defect rate from 5.8% to 2.2% through stronger quality controls and supplier accountability.

- Renegotiated NVOCC freight contracts, lowering logistics expense by approximately $48K per month.

- Led planning, sourcing, logistics, and inventory decisions in a complex product environment where service, margin, and execution discipline all mattered.

Senior Director, Supply Chain Operations Fortessa Tableware Solutions - Ashburn, VA 2023-2024

- Reduced inventory exposure by $4.1M while improving forecast accuracy from 83% to 93%.

- Cut overseas factory lead times by 16 days, increasing in-stock performance to 97%.

- Implemented a formal S&OP process aligning sales, planning, and operations around clearer priorities and better execution.

- Used NetSuite extensively and worked across connected business applications supporting planning, reporting, order flow, and operating execution.

Supply Chain / ERP Transformation Leader Melissa & Doug, LLC - Wilton, CT 2021-2022

- Led enterprise Oracle ERP rollout supporting supply chain planning and operations.

- Defined operational workflows aligning ERP capabilities with logistics and planning requirements.

- Directed cross-functional implementation across logistics, planning, finance, and 3PL operations. Vice President of Operations Smart Software, Inc. - Belmont, MA 2019-2021

- Directed deployment of Smart IP&O across multiple ERP environments, including extensive NetSuite integrations and connected peripheral applications.

- Managed 35+ concurrent supply chain analytics implementations for enterprise clients.

- Delivered average 12.4% forecast improvement and 14% inventory reduction across client deployments.

- Helped clients improve data visibility, planning discipline, and decision-making across multi-channel demand environments.

Executive Management Consultant - Supply Chain & Operations HVE Supply Chain Consultants - Northern Virginia

2018-2019

- Led end-to-end diagnostics across four supply divisions, redesigning planning and inventory control processes that reduced inventory 18% while maintaining 96% service levels.

- Improved forecast accuracy 12% across four divisions, strengthening S&OP coordination and operating decisions.

- Reduced vendor count 22% and delivered $2.2M in annual cost savings through supplier consolidation, sourcing strategy, and contract renegotiation.

Vice President, Global Supply Chain Riverside Furniture Corp. - Fort Smith, AR 2016-2018

- Maintained 92%+ in-stock performance across 2,500 SKUs through integrated planning and supply flow management.

- Negotiated $90M in annual offshore purchasing across global factory partners.

- Redesigned S&OP and container programs to improve international supply flow and execution.

- Supported high-volume e-commerce and online retail channel operations, including Wayfair, Walmart, and Pottery Barn, in a fast-moving furniture environment.

Director, Supply Chain Operations Hooker Furniture Corp. - Martinsville, VA 2005-2015

- Built a global supply chain organization achieving 89% to 93% forecast accuracy across a large, complex product portfolio.

- Directed a $200M offshore purchasing program supporting 97% service performance.

- Implemented Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP and Logility forecasting systems.

- Delivered approximately $25MM in inventory reduction while improving planning discipline, service levels, and supply flow.

Senior Manager, International Sourcing & Planning HanesBrands - Winston-Salem, NC 1999-2004

- Built a global sourcing platform delivering approximately $3.3M in cost savings and a 25% improvement in inventory turns.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Operations Management - East Carolina University CERTIFICATIONS

- PMP - Project Management Professional

- APICS CSCP - Certified Supply Chain Professional

- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

- Supply & Demand Chain Executive - Pros to Know

- Featured Speaker, Logility Connections World Conference (San Antonio and Orlando) - S&OP

- Expert Panelist, American Home Furnishings Alliance Global Supply Chain Conference

- Expert Panelist, Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals - Charlotte

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