Senior Demand Planner

OLAPLEX, Inc. (Nasdaq: OLPX) is an innovative, science-enabled, technology-driven beauty company. We are founded on the principle of delivering effective, patent-protected and proven performance in the categories where we compete. We strive to empower our consumers to look as beautiful on the outside as they feel on the inside. We believe every person deserves to have healthy, beautiful hair, whether they are visiting a salon or caring for their hair at home.

OLAPLEX has been able to achieve phenomenal growth and we continuously seek exceptionally talented individuals who can support our innovation and creativity. Collaboration and flexibility are at the core of our commitment to each other and to the success of OLAPLEX.

About the Role: 

The Senior Demand Planner will be responsible for developing demand plans by product, channel, and customer. The role will be responsible for analyzing point of sales, market, historical and forward-looking data to provide accurate signals to the Supply team. As an integral part of the IBP process the Sr. Demand Planner will inform the organization on annual projections, including risks and opportunities. We’re looking for a team player with a curious and proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities:

• Develop monthly sales demand plans by product, channel, and retailer/distributor
• Assemble and analyze all data pertinent to creating the sales forecast (historical sales, market trends, seasonality, promotions, POS and inventory levels)
• Provide in-depth information on customer program performance and trends
• Establish effective and supportive working relationships with the Sales & Finance teams
• Provide input into and participate in the monthly IBP meetings
• Monitor performance vs. the forecast and identify any key shifts or trends
• Analyze forecast variation/deviation with the goal of minimizing service issues and prevent the build-up of excess & obsolete inventory
• Utilize and suggest improvements to analytical tools and processes to support forecast development
• Exhibit exceptional communication, follow through, and organizational skills
• Create ad-hoc reports as requested 

About You:  

• 3-5 years’ experience in demand planning
• Excellent Excel skills required
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere
• A proactive and curious mindset
• Experience in the cosmetic is desirable
• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, statistics, mathematics, economics, or related field preferred
• Expert with modeling, forecasting, reporting tools, & supply/demand matching
• Ability to collaborate and influence cross-functionally
• Demand Planning system implementation experience is a plus

We'd love to have you apply, even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement. What's most important to us is finding authentic and accountable people who feel connected to our mission and values, not just candidates who check off all the boxes. We are looking for someone who will bring all their expertise, learn, and grow with us.

Our Total Rewards: 

The annual base pay for this position is $71,000 - $90,000 with eligibility for an annual bonus. The actual base pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, years of relevant experience, skill level, functional expertise, certificates or other professional licenses held and geographic location.

• 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, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account with Company Reimbursement
• 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: Career development is as important to us as we know it is to you! 
• Culture: Our team has an “attitude of gratitude” and a shared passion for our brand. Join our culture committee and/or DE&I champion team to play a role in building and sustaining our “secret sauce" 
• Products: Twenty (20) free products per year, plus a friends and family discount 

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

At OLAPLEX, we support and stand up for our community with our talent, content, messages, and product offering. We strive to build and nurture a culture where a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion is instinctive. Our deep sense of passion and pride in what we do, both as individuals and as a company, unifies our shared commitment to 'do well and do good'. We recognize and celebrate different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds and know they create a stronger and more creative work environment.  

OLAPLEX is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.