Senior Manager, Planning & Allocation
Van Cleef & Arpels · New York, NY · 2 wk ago
HybridSupply Chain$125k–$140k/yrFull-time
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years’ experience in a planning role; previous experience with luxury retail products is a plus.
Skills
- Exceptional organizational, communication, and computer skills, especially in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Previous knowledge of SAP and Looker is a major plus
- Solid analytical skills with strong aptitude to work with figures and retail math
- French and/or Spanish business proficiency is a plus
Responsibilities
- Lead and optimize inventory planning, forecasting, and allocations to maximize sales across the Americas Region
- Collaborate with headquarters and local Planning & Merchandising teams to ensure timely product distribution and achieve regional business objectives
- Report to the Assistant Vice President, Supply Chain
- Develop, monitor, and provide a rolling forecast for defined product categories aligned with regional sales trends and strategic objectives
- Maintain forecast accuracy in line with objectives and KPIs
- Partner with HQ Supply Chain to secure product for the region and align on forecast and global initiatives
- Provide feedback for model stock reviews
- Allocate inventory based on defined assortments and demands across all channels, including online retail, to support sales performance in line with budgets
- Analyze business trends, sales, and stock rotation to identify risks and opportunities; help determine relevant action plans with Merchandising, Marketing, and Retail teams
- Assist in preparing budgets and ‘last estimate’ exercises, providing quantitative and qualitative input relative to supply chain forecasts
- Prepare and co-lead bi‑monthly presentations to the local Executive Committee and Senior Management on supply chain topics
- Manage Supply Chain and Operations reporting and projects as needed
Benefits
- Career development focus with training on Maison history, know‑how, and creations
- Comprehensive benefits program: medical, dental, vision; health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Income protection: life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k) with employer match
- Work‑life balance: paid time off, wellness reimbursement benefit, employee assistance program
- Volunteer days off to support community initiatives
Applicants must have valid work authorization for employment in the USA.
Pay
Salary range: $125,000 - $140,000 annual; bonus eligible.