Demand Planner

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.