Demand Planning Manager

You are passionate about cosmetics and beauty products, and you understand the importance of expressing oneself through tones and shades. You believe in the power of makeup to liberate and empower women, allowing them to embrace their bold and ambitious personas. RENE Cosmetics, an Indian makeup brand, shares your vision and is dedicated to redefining beauty with its high-quality, cruelty-free, and FDA-approved innovative products. RENE Cosmetics is currently seeking a Demand Planning Manager to join their Supply Chain Management team in Ahmedabad. As the Demand Planning Manager, you will play a crucial role in forecasting demand, optimizing inventory levels, and ensuring smooth sales and operations planning processes. Your ability to collaborate with various teams, analyze data, and drive efficiency will be essential in meeting the company's goals. Key Responsibilities: Forecasting & Demand Planning: - Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts at SKU level, utilizing historical data, market trends, and insights from sales, marketing, and product teams. - Utilize advanced statistical models and demand planning tools to enhance forecast accuracy for both existing and new products. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to adjust forecasts based on promotions, launches, and campaigns. Inventory Management & Optimization: - Optimize inventory levels to meet demand while minimizing excess stock and stockouts. - Coordinate with supply chain and procurement teams to ensure timely replenishment of products. - Balance inventory across multiple locations and monitor product lifecycle and expiration dates. Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP): - Lead the S&OP process by aligning supply and demand through cross-functional meetings. - Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment between business plans and demand forecasts. - Monitor key performance indicators and provide detailed reporting on demand planning performance. Performance Monitoring & Reporting: - Monitor KPIs such as forecast accuracy, inventory turnover, and service levels. - Offer insights and recommendations to improve efficiency and reduce costs through data analysis. - Continuously improve demand planning processes using data analytics and industry best practices. Stakeholder Collaboration: - Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on demand expectations. - Coordinate with third-party manufacturers and logistics providers for smooth supply chain operations. New Product Launches: - Forecast demand for new launches and limited-edition products in collaboration with NPD and marketing teams. - Manage the lifecycle of new products, accounting for promotional activities and market positioning. Key Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (Master's degree preferred). - 5+ years of experience in demand planning, supply chain, or inventory management in beauty, cosmetics, or consumer goods industry. - Strong analytical skills, proficiency in demand planning tools and ERP systems. - Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities. If you are ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a difference in the cosmetics industry, please send your updated resume to careers@reneecosmetics.in. Join RENE Cosmetics in their mission to empower women and redefine beauty through innovative products and inspirational campaigns.,