Demand Planning Coordinator, Niche

The Opportunity

Support Demand Planning process on Niche make up and fragrance brands for the US Market. To build an accurate gross sales sell-in forecast by gathering market intelligence data, working closely with Local and Global teams in order to allow product availability, high service levels and contributing to optimized global inventory levels. To follow up on the alignment between the forecast and budget, understanding any discrepancies. To support and drive the Sales & Operational Planning process.
 

What you'll get to do

•    Continuously improve Niche planning at Puig through drawing from experience, learning new skills, and adapting to change.
•    Prepare and participate in monthly S&OP process to develop an aligned demand plan.
•    Plan new launches with cross functional teams to finalize pipeline volume and the first 12 months of demand for new products.
•    Understand the market dynamics of seasonality, competitive activity, trends, and sales objectives for US market, to make value-added modifications.
•    Assess current inventory levels and future projections against sell-out plans and consumer trends.
•    Ensure demand plan accuracy and consumption to achieve financial plans.
•    Work with Supply Planning to adjust plans for opportunities and constraints.
•    Provide visibility on short- and long-term sales forecast to Global Demand Planning team.
•    Monitor and control KPI's: Forecast Accuracy, Inventory costs, Service Level.
•    Develop and adapt US Demand Planning initiatives based on market and business needs as the business continually evolves.
•    Strong cross-functional partner for sales, marketing, customer service, logistics and finance team in the US office, serving as the point person for key information.
•    Evaluate shipment patterns and seasonal sales, as well as monitor inventory to gain insights to prepare accurate forecasting plans and recommendations to leadership.
•    Communicate significant forecast changes and what-if projections in line with operating strategy; review latest supply situation; and manage resulting forecast updates.

We'd love to meet you if you have

•    Bachelor's Degree with a major in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations or Economics.
•    1-2 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Demand Planning, Inventory Management
•    North America Market experience (USA). 
•    Wholesale/Retail replenishment experience preferred.
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel) and SAP (or similar ERP).
•    Experience in a start-up environment ideal, especially demand or replenishment planning experience.
•    Appetite for problem solving and process improvement.
•    Self-driven, entrepreneurial, and able to work in an ambiguous environment.  
•    Demonstrates operational effectiveness and analytical skills.
•    Demonstrates high EQ and interpersonal skills.
•    Can work effectively with manager and teams, but also autonomously.

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