Distribution Planner

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Distribution Planner will be part of the Supply Organization of the North America Business Partner Community and will report to the Distribution Planning Manager.

He/She/They will work closely with the brands as long as the supply planning related teams to ensure our inventory is efficiently spread out among our different boutiques/warehouses.

He/She/They will be in charge of replenishment execution, continuous improvement as long as will be accountable for performance KPI’s as stock availability, obsolescence, adherence to projections, & etc.

As the Direct-to-Customer channel experiences unprecedented growth, you'll contribute to the establishment of new processes and the success of boutique openings, making a direct contribution to our thriving business.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Scope: Direct to Customer channel, mainly Parfums Christian Dior, & E-commerce satellite warehouses for LVMH Beauty Brands

Key Responsibilities:

Owner of the KPI presents in the scorecard of our Dior Boutiques & Satellite E-commerce warehouse (service level, replenishment frequency, fulfillment rate, stock coverage, inventory management, & etc.)

• Opening Order Management:
  • Create and manage opening purchase orders in ePO for the NY team.
  • Assess stock levels to ensure adequate inventory.
  • Manage stock transfers from reserve to fulfill orders.
  • Proactively address and resolve out-of-stock issues.
• Weekly Replenishment Order Management:
  • Run Autorep (Anaplan or Excel tool) to determine replenishment needs based on demand forecasts and inventory targets.
  • Place weekly replenishment orders to maintain optimal stock levels across all locations.
  • Manage rush and add-on orders to address immediate demands.
• Communication & Coordination:
  • Communicate shipment requirements to the Distribution Center (DCC) to ensure timely delivery.
  • Actively participate in inventory meetings to provide updates and insights.
  • Collaborate with the NY team and attend boutique meetings to understand specific inventory needs and address operational challenges.
• Reporting & Analysis:
  • Export and analyze shipping data to track order fulfillment and identify trends.
  • Facilitate cycle counts in boutiques to maintain accurate inventory records and reconcile discrepancies.
  • Generate weekly and monthly inventory and expired stock reports for WC Satellite warehouses to monitor inventory performance.
• Additional Responsibilities:
  • Manage communication related to inventory and order management, ensuring timely and accurate information flow to relevant stakeholders
  • Serve as a backup for the Distribution Manager, providing support and handling specific responsibilities handling their responsibilities as needed

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Distribution Planning Manager