Lifecycle Demand Senior Planner

Summary

Join OLAPLEX, a leading beauty company, as a Lifecycle Demand Senior Planner. You will play a critical role in forecasting new product launches and managing the product lifecycle, collaborating with various teams (Sales, Marketing, NPD). Responsibilities include developing accurate demand forecasts, aligning with stakeholders, managing product phasing, and contributing to Integrated Business Planning (IBP) meetings. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. OLAPLEX offers a competitive compensation package including flexible paid time off, comprehensive benefits, parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
• Minimum 5+ years in demand planning, product lifecycle management, or related roles
• Proficient in demand planning software and MS Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven decision making
• Demonstrated ability to build consensus and foster collaboration across diverse teams and functions
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to senior leadership and cross-functional teams
• Deep understanding of product lifecycle management, from innovation through sunsetting, including managing inventory, SKUs, and allocations

Responsibilities

• Develop timely and accurate demand forecasts for new products, limited release kits, and samples
• Collaborate with the New Product Development (NPD) team to align on forecasts, product launches, and lifecycle strategies
• Ensure exiting SKUs are effectively phased out while managing the transition to newer products with minimal disruption
• Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Key Customers to align demand forecasts with market launch timing, promotional calendars, marketing activities, and customer needs
• Facilitate consensus and alignment on product lifecycle decisions, balancing business priorities and customer requirements across multiple teams
• Actively contribute to the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) meetings, providing insights into product lifecycle data, demand forecasts, and inventory needs to inform business decisions
• Analyze sell-in and sell-through (POS) data, market trends, and product performance to drive demand planning decisions
• Drive product allocation decisions to ensure the right products are available across multiple channels
• Provide input into underperforming products and recommendations on any SKU rationalization opportunities
• Identify opportunities to improve demand planning processes to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration across the product lifecycle

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in managing the lifecycle of consumer products
• Strong background in Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes
• Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Product Development teams
• Omnichannel experience (e.g., retail, e-commerce, B2B, etc.)

Benefits

• The annual base pay for this position is $100,000 - $125,000 with eligibility for an annual bonus
• Competitive compensation
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and flexible work schedules
• Wellness: Company Contribution to Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Employees and their Families, Company Paid Employee Life Insurance, Optional additional Life Insurance, and Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage Options
• Parental Leave: Up to 18 weeks for all new birthing-parents and up to 10 weeks for all non-birthing new parents
• Financial Well-being: Roth and 401k plans: 100% match up to the first 4% and is immediately vested
• Professional Development Reimbursement Program
• Products: Twenty (20) free products per year, plus a friends and family discount