Vice President, Supply Chain

About the position

The Vice President of Supply Chain will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the entire supply chain operations for the LVMH Beauty Division. The role is instrumental in building efficient partnerships with all the Brands in scope and guaranteeing the efficacy of the Beauty Division Supply Chain in North America. Overseeing the distribution centers (1 main DC inhouse and 4 3PL DCs), the supply planning, forecasting and order processing department, the VP should lead the teams to optimize processes, secure Brands’ assets, and execute sales orders planned by our Brands partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the supply chain strategy to support the overall business objectives of the LVMH Beauty Division.
• Oversee the end-to-end supply chain processes, including logistics and distribution.
• Lead and manage a team of supply chain professionals, providing direction, support, and development opportunities.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders, including suppliers, manufacturers, and internal departments, to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
• Monitor and analyze supply chain performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
• Drive initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers and negotiate favorable terms and conditions.
• Implement and leverage advanced supply chain technologies and systems to optimize operations.
• Prepare and manage the supply chain budget, ensuring cost-effective operations.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices to continuously improve supply chain processes.

Requirements

• A minimum of 15+ years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience in the beauty, cosmetics, or luxury goods industry is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, practices, and technologies.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven experience in projects-based environment.
• Capable of managing multiple deadlines with proven organizational skills.
• Exigent and curious.
• Dynamic, flexible, and driven to succeed.
• Strong analytic propension and continuous improvement oriented.
• Able to think creatively, highly driven, and self-motivated.
• Strong team player and strong relationship builder.
• Strong understanding of operations and systems.
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic Thinking, Leadership.
• Deals with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment.

Benefits

• Salary range of $235,000-$310,000, with flexibility based on expertise, performance, and tenure.