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About the Role

Join a rapidly expanding luxury fragrance company combining the Parfums de Marly and Initio Parfums Privés brands. To support our growth, we are enhancing our Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes to improve organizational performance and enable informed decision-making. We are looking for a meticulous and analytical Demand Planner to become a key figure within our Operations team, specifically for the Parfums de Marly brand. This role involves forecasting demand, examining market trends, and working closely with cross-functional teams to maintain optimal inventory.

Primary Responsibilities

Create, update, and refine rolling 18-24 month demand forecasts broken down by SKU, channel, and product family.
Apply statistical forecasting models and business intelligence tools to ensure precise demand forecasts.
Analyze past sales, market conditions, seasonal patterns, customer demand behaviors, promotional events, and product life cycles.
Track forecast accuracy and bias to improve prediction quality.
Detect forecast risks and opportunities and recommend mitigation plans.
Work in close collaboration with sales and marketing to synchronize demand plans with promotions, product launches, and strategic objectives.
Facilitate demand consensus meetings involving Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams.

Data Analytics and ERP Management

Evaluate performance metrics including forecast accuracy, bias, fill rate, inventory, and service levels.
Conduct root cause analysis and develop KPI scorecards and reports.
Manage demand planning master data within SAP, including forecast inputs, planning parameters, and item master data updates.
Confirm data integrity and partner with IT for system enhancements and automation initiatives.

Inventory Oversight

Supervise inventory quantities, stock status, and forecasted requirements.
Identify risks like low stock, stockouts, excess, and obsolete inventory.
Monitor fill rates and service level targets.

Qualifications and Skills

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in demand planning, supply chain, or inventory control.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or related field.
Experience in distribution or consumer goods retail sectors preferred.
Proficient with statistical forecasting techniques and relevant software.
Hands-on experience with ERP systems, specifically SAP; experience with SAP Business ByDesign is advantageous.
Advanced analytical abilities, particularly with Excel and demand planning tools.
Knowledgeable about S&OP workflows and key performance indicators.
Capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced setting.
Highly organized and detail-focused with effective time management skills.
Strong communication skills to collaborate with teams across functions and regions.
Fluent in English; Spanish language skills advantageous for LATAM collaboration.

Demand Planner

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