Supply Chain Operations Senior Manager; Global Demand and Supply Planning

Location

This position is required to be ONSITE in New York.

• Lead Global Demand Planning – Architect and manage the global demand planning process, ensuring robust statistical forecasting, demand signal integration, and scenario planning across multiple business units and geographies.
• Advanced Forecasting & Analytics – Deploy and optimize advanced forecasting models (e.g., ARIMA, exponential smoothing, machine learning algorithms) using platforms such as O9, Databricks, SAP IBP, and Forecast Pro.
• Data Integration & Automation – Integrate demand signals from multiple sources into a unified planning platform and automate data pipelines and reporting dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, and SAP Analytics Cloud.
• S&OP Process Leadership – Lead the monthly S&OP cycle, facilitating cross‑functional consensus meetings, scenario modeling, and risk mitigation strategies to align demand, supply, finance, and commercial teams.
• Inventory Optimization – Apply advanced inventory optimization techniques (multi‑echelon, safety stock modeling, ABC/XYZ analysis) to balance service levels, working capital, and supply constraints.
• Exception Management – Develop and implement exception‑based planning workflows, leveraging alerts and root‑cause analytics to proactively address forecast deviations and demand‑supply gaps.
• Digital Transformation – Drive digital transformation initiatives in demand planning, including the adoption of AI/ML‑based forecasting, digital twins, and real‑time analytics.
• Master Data Governance – Ensure accuracy and completeness of planning‑relevant master data (product, customer, location) across all systems (SAP ECC, SAP S/4
  
  HANA, EDM).
• Continuous Improvement – Lead Kaizen, Lean, or Six Sigma projects to streamline demand planning processes, reduce forecast error, and enhance planning cycle efficiency.
• Team Development – Mentor and upskill the demand planning team in advanced analytics, planning systems, and best‑in‑class methodologies.

• Minimum 10 years of experience managing global planning operations within the retail, consumer products, or packaging industry. Beauty sector experience preferred.

• Preferably MBA or relevant postgraduate degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field; bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Supply Chain, Economics, or related field (minimum).
• Deep expertise in statistical forecasting, demand sensing, and causal modeling.
• Experience implementing and leading S&OP/IBP processes, including scenario planning and what‑if analysis.
• Familiarity with cloud‑based planning platforms and API integrations.
• Experience with automation tools (UiPath, Alteryx) for planning process efficiency.
• Strong knowledge of inventory optimization, replenishment algorithms, and supply chain network modeling.
• Experience in change management and digital transformation within supply chain planning.
• Experience in planning software (O9) / ERP (Ariba, SAP & ECC modules) and latest digitization trends in Supply Chain.
• Knowledge of beauty industry and regional/affiliate market trends.
• Relationship management – build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers and colleagues.

Compensation varies by factors such as office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. A reasonable range of compensation is provided for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.

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