Associate Director, Formulations Demand Planning

MANSCAPED

9d•$145,000 - $155,000•Remote

About The Position

MANSCAPED® is a leading men’s grooming and lifestyle consumer brand on a mission to introduce and elevate a whole new self-care routine for men. What began as the category creator of below-the-waist grooming has quickly evolved into a global omnichannel powerhouse available around the world on manscaped.com, Amazon, and in major retailers including Target®, Walmart, and Best Buy. As a company, we’re more than just ball jokes (though, rest assured, there’s plenty of those). We proudly uphold seven core values – accountability, authenticity, collaboration, fun, humility, inclusivity, and innovation – which define our brand identity and drive our success. As a people-centric employer brand, we are deeply committed to fostering the growth, happiness, and holistic well-being of each individual on our team. Reporting to the Associate Director, Demand Planning, we are seeking an Associate Director, Formulations Demand Planning. In this role you will drive the success by creating and meeting sales and inventory productivity goals for the US business for all Manscaped categories. The ideal candidate is curious and innovative. Strong analytical skills and a collaborative mindset are key to success in this role.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in Supply Chain, E-Commerce and retail focused planning, forecasting, and inventory management
Experience effectively using NetSuite, Great Plains, or other similar ERP system
Experience in creating new items and bill of materials in ERP system
Proven ability to partner with formulation and component suppliers
Strong working knowledge of 3PL fulfillment systems, to support distribution operations
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for forecasting and data analysis
Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, ethics, and cultural awareness
Strong detail-oriented and resourceful mindset
Curiosity and interest in learning new concepts and technologies

Responsibilities

Regularly assess business performance to inform recommendations for short-, medium-, and long-term financial strategies/actions
Lead responsive demand driven buying efforts for all categories
Coach, manage, and develop 1-2 direct reports: fostering growth, accountability, and effective collaboration across the Operations team
Own monthly Open-to-buy (OTB), sales and inventory forecasting
Develop SKU level sales and inventory plans that align with financial targets and supply chain capabilities
Analyze historical data and current trend to manage risk and opportunity regarding product investments and inventory; monitor lateness and initiate expedites when warranted
Manage category product suppliers /packaging suppliers to fulfill new PO’s and product launches with Product Development team. Work through capacity and minimum order quantity (MOQ) needs to maintain appropriate stock levels
Drive continuous improvement of planning and forecasting to increase accuracy and efficiency
Place POs with component and filling suppliers based on forecast, lead time, and inventory levels
Hold and document routine calls with suppliers to manage deviations from delivery dates; maintain delivery dates in NetSuite to facilitate accurate cash flow forecasting
Develop working knowledge of planning model (improve or create depending on need)
Help drive cadence of S&OP meetings that review actual performance vs. forecast and recommend adjustments to purchasing plan and sales initiatives based on recent activity
Build relationship with key business units to partner on the forecasting submissions
Analyze forecast and inventory levels by location to create recommendations for inventory forecasting using planning model
Maintain a collaborative, innovative and results-oriented environment
Influence cross functional and cross channel partners to drive outcomes
Manage inventory expiry process in partnership with the 3PL and operations teams
Support and help navigate new product launches, by aligning forecasts and inventory
Approach challenges with curiosity, seeking to understand root causes and exploring innovative solutions
Other duties as needed

Benefits

Take time to find balance and rejuvenate your senses. Enjoy a generous 20 accrued vacation days per year to relax, travel, and spend quality time with your loved ones. We value your need for a healthy work-life balance.
Health comes first, always. We provide 40 hours of paid sick leave annually, ensuring you can take the time you need to recover.
Your mental health matters. Take 3 paid mental health days to recharge and take care of your emotional well-being.
We offer 9 paid holidays throughout the year (including your birthday!) to give you the opportunity to celebrate important moments and take a break from work.
Let us take the guess work out of retirement planning with our employee 401(k) plan and company match.
Some call it pet insurance, we call it Paws & Claws coverage. Our plan helps you take care of your furry family members, giving you peace of mind.
Our comprehensive life insurance, AD&D and long-term disability coverage provide financial security for you and your family in case of unexpected events.
Access comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, along with Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), ensuring you and your family are well-covered.
If you're facing life's challenges, our confidential Employee Assistance Program offers resources to help you navigate them.
Add a layer of protection from the unexpected costs of emergencies and unexpected illnesses. Enrollment in our accident and critical illness plans can provide financial support during the most difficult of times.
We are a remote-first employer. You will receive a monthly utility allowance to help cover the costs of Wifi and phone usage.
Enjoy a generous discount on our products as part of our employee discount program, making holiday and birthday shopping a breeze.
Participate in our exciting wellness challenges designed to promote a healthy and active lifestyle. From step competitions to mindfulness sessions, join your colleagues in fun and motivating activities that boost your physical and mental well-being.
We support our families by offering paid parental leave to support you during a pivotal time in your life, adding to the family!
We like to cheer each other on. Our regular recognition initiatives ensure you are acknowledged for your hard work and achievements.
We encourage community involvement by offering one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to support a cause that means the most to you.
We are a certified Great Place to Work, growing rapidly and offering incredible opportunities for advancement. Join us and be part of an exciting journey with a company that values its employees.