Head of Supply Chain Planning

1 day ago

Harlow, Essex, United Kingdom Groupe Clarins Full time
Job Title: Head of Demand Planning Inventory

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Leader to join our team as Head of Demand Planning Inventory. As a key member of our Operations organization, you will be responsible for leading the Demand Planning and Inventory Replenishment team, ensuring accountability for forecasting, inventory management, stock policy, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), and budget management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the Demand Planning and Inventory Replenishment team, ensuring accountability for forecasting, inventory management, stock policy, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), and budget management.
  • Develop and mentor team members within the Operations organization, fostering their growth and professional development.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement within Operations, encouraging a positive, progressive, and collaborative working environment.
  • Collaborate with the Leadership team to deliver strategic business projects and initiatives.

Functional Leadership:

  • Develop and implement advanced forecasting techniques and methodologies to enhance cost performance, product availability, and customer service.
  • Establish and manage inventory policies, including safety stock, replenishment parameters, and order quantities to optimize cash-to-cash cycle times.
  • Develop and deploy Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as forecast accuracy, bias, fill rates, Inventory Turnover (ITO), and cost-to-serve metrics.
  • Monitor and manage budgetary control for inventory categories including free issue stock, promotional gifts, Point of Sale (POS) materials, and uniforms.
  • Optimize demand planning and inventory management technologies (Infor M3) to drive efficiency and results.
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities using data and analytical expertise, providing thought leadership for supply chain planning.

Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP):

  • Lead the local S&OP process, conducting formalized, monthly cycles with all relevant stakeholders.
  • Collate and validate demand and supply plans, ensuring alignment with budgets and business strategies.
  • Identify and communicate constraints, risks, and opportunities to enhance business decision-making.
  • Contribute to European and global S&OP processes, acting as a liaison for local, regional, and global supply and demand issues.

Strategy:

  • Contribute to the UK Supply Chain and Operations strategy, ensuring competitive business advantages.
  • Support the development of the UK 5-year plan and longer-term business goals.
  • Collaborate with Global Supply Chain colleagues to implement a cohesive global strategy that respects local legal frameworks and business needs.

Requirements:

  • 10-15 years' experience as a Senior Supply Chain Leader, specifically within planning.
  • Previous experience working within a global, complex organization.
  • Proven experience in demand planning, inventory management, and supply chain strategy.
  • Advanced knowledge of forecasting techniques and inventory management policies.
  • Proficiency with demand planning and inventory management technologies, particularly Infor M3.
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a solutions-driven mindset.

About Us:

We are Groupe Clarins, a close to 70-year-old expert in beauty and spa, with the Clarins and myBlend brands. We offer unique products and innovative services, a commitment to Social & Environmental Responsibility, a caring and inclusive corporate culture, development and training opportunities, attractive compensation and benefits, and a flexible work environment with up to 2 days of remote working per week.

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