Demand Supply Planner

Location: New York

Sisley Paris is a French cosmetics company that specializes in creating and distributing high-end skincare, make-up products, and fine perfumes. It is currently sold in high-end retail distribution in the US & Canada such as Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdales, Holt Renfrew & Blue Mercury, as well as online, spas and owned retail. The brand retails over $100M annually and is experiencing double digits growth.

Founded in 1976 by Hubert d’Ornano, Sisley was a pioneer in using botanical active ingredients and essential oils in beauty products. With a rigorous approach to research and a focus on Phyto-Cosmetology, Sisley offers innovative and high-quality products.

The Company upholds five core values

Collaborative, Mindful of others, Entrepreneurial, Responsible, and Organized. These values are at the heart of everything we do and inspire our employees to embody them in every aspect of their work.

Key Responsibilities Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Market Interrogation: Lead the market interrogation process and integrate residual stocks from previous campaigns.
• Forecast Reliability: Guarantee the reliability of Sell-in forecasts for the concerned scope. The forecast is done by the global Supply Chain team in France and will be adjusted based on the information shared the USA Demand & Supply Planner (markets trends, openings, animations, investments, etc.)
• Daily Updates: Manage daily forecast updates as required by Management or Sales teams.
• Event Planning: Plan major marketing events with the marketing team, including Gift with Purchase (GWP) forecasts and secure the availability of the data in the central forecast.

Supply Planning & Replenishment

• Replenishment Management: Validate the replenishment activities and review all purchase and inventory data with the expertise of the Central team in France
• Order Arbitration: Responsible for the arbitration of orders and close monitoring of fulfillment rates.
• Stock availability Liaison: Work closely with France teams to monitor stock availability and avoid supply disruptions.

Inventory & Stock Management

• Stock Oversight: Pilot inventory levels and lead stock review meetings with operational marketing and finance.
• Specific Stock Management: Identify and manage specific inventory categories, including aged inventory, residual campaign stocks, and products nearing expiration or regulatory changes.
• Product Lifecycle: Manage substitutions and discontinued product listings.

Reporting, Analysis & Strategy

• KPI & Dashboards: Develop and implement standard reporting, KPIs, and dashboards to support business decisions for retail growth.
• Process Improvement: Participate in transformation projects, such as the implementation of new DRP (Distribution Requirements Planning) systems.
• Strategic Thinking: Re-evaluate the relevance of management processes for specific categories like amenities or travel sprays.
• Cross-functional Teamwork: Work with Finance, Sales, and Marketing teams to identify Open-to-Buy (OTB) opportunities and reduce risk.

Required Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in Operations, in Forecasting is a plus

• Technical

Skills

SAP, Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel, Forecasting Tool

• Soft Skills:

Strong analytical, proactive, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong organizational skills with a team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to communicate effectively with transversal teams and senior management
• Strong expertise and proficiency in Excel, with the ability to analyze data and generate reports.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders to drive results.
• Ability to work flexible schedule based on business and event needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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