Demand Planning Manager role focusing on sales and inventory management for Huda Beauty across APAC. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive planning processes and strategic initiatives.
Responsibilities
Serve as the main point of contact for internal category supply chain teams.
Own communication regarding forecast changes and “what-if” projections aligned with operating strategy.
Lead monthly Demand Review presentations to Global Supply Chain / Demand Planning teams.
Monitor weekly inventory forecasts and maintain optimal inventory levels using sell-through and trend analysis.
Develop sales/inventory launch planning models for APAC expansion.
Build 24-month SKU-level demand forecasts incorporating marketing and social media plans.
Ensure consistency and quality in forecast changes and Risks & Opportunities.
Collaborate with retail partners on newness/launch forecasts, buys, and monthly OTB forecasts.
Manage obsolescence and liquidation strategies with retail counterparts.
Conduct gap analysis between actual sales and forecasts.
Analyze retailer inventory and sales to maintain annual RTV budgets.
Partner with cross-functional and cross-channel teams to ensure alignment.
Work closely with DRP/inventory teams to integrate new trends into planning.
Identify and resolve forecast accuracy issues; develop action plans.
Manage internal budget from a demand/inventory perspective to support sales targets and profitability.
Manage inventory operations and coordinate with Customer Service to ensure timely and accurate order fulfilments.
Requirements
5–7 years of experience in Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, Merchandise Planning, or related fields, ideally in beauty or FMCG.
Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Statistics, Finance or related field
Experience working with Sephora is a strong plus
Strong Excel skills for data analysis, forecasting, and reporting
Demonstrated ability to manage demand planning across diverse APAC markets, accounting for regional nuances.
Excellent relational and organizational skills; strong team player and leader.
Success metrics include forecast accuracy, inventory turnover, service levels, and budget adherence.
Experience in driving process improvements and leading change initiatives.
Fluent in English; additional language(s) are an advantage.
Benefits
Monthly “Self Love Days” – at company discretion
Premium Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employee plus dependents
Monthly coaching sessions with our in-house Success Coach
Employee discounts on all Huda Beauty products
Quarterly product gifting
*Huda Beauty is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams and upholding an equal employment workplace that is free from discrimination. We hire stellar individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical conditions, disability, or veteran status. If you need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.*
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