Sr. Demand Planning Analyst

Who we are:

Thrive Causemetics is Bigger Than Beauty™: We are an independent, female-owned beauty brand that creates high-performance vegan cosmetics and supports a community of giving. All of Thrive Causemetics' products are free of parabens and sulfates, in addition to being 100 percent cruelty-free. Through its Bigger Than Beauty™ program, every product you purchase results in a donation to help a woman thrive. 

Thrive Causemetics is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and cross-functional workplace where everyone’s voice matters. We are committed to being pioneers in creating a culture of wellness. Together, we prioritize a strong work ethic while maintaining a positive, exciting environment where people are passionate about what they do.

Who we are looking for:

The Sr. Demand Planning Analyst who will be successful in this position is someone who is confident and competent, with the ability to evaluate business performance, develop learnings, communicate findings and translate all of this into future forecast expectations. The Analyst will  have an incredible understanding of forecasting concepts, brand strategy, sales execution, beauty industry trends and other economic factors which could have a major impact on future sales performance. You’re a self-starter with a sensational curiosity to find and understand business drivers. You will develop & maintain key components of volume plans for the Thrive Causemetics portfolio which will drive the annual revenue plan, P&L’s, gap closure and product supply and future brand actions. This role will be expected to initiate meaningful analysis and projects. Beauty industry experience is a must with a preference for candidates who have previously worked in cosmetics and/or skincare. 

Core responsibilities:

• Develop category and SKU level forecasts for the business, utilizing historical demand and preseason data from various sources.

• Generation and accountability to accuracy of multiple forecast levels that influences sales volume targets, P&L’s, drives gap closure discussions and capacity planning driven by a combination of statistical methods and collaboration with key partners.

• Continuously meet or exceed accuracy targets and be able to clearly articulate forecast performance, assumptions and deviations to expectations.

• Anticipate and address potential supply chain challenges before they occur, and work with the appropriate parties to mitigate problems when possible.

• Leverage complex forecast models to derive seasonal and monthly demand patterns.

• Demonstrate expertise with products similar to those in the TC portfolio.

• While leveraging statistically based forecasting will be the foundational method used for forecasting, it is the expectation that the demand planner will add value to the forecast based upon collaboration and knowledge of sales and merchandising programs as well as market performance.

• Aggregate forecasts and develop reports to support category growth planning and cross- functional analysis. Represent forecasting in monthly meetings with cross-functional business departments.

• Translate market intelligence received into clear, specific value-added changes to the forecast, and communicate changes to Brand Managers.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years’ experience as a demand planning analyst in the beauty industry with

• Collaboration across related field(s): Forecasting, Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, Production Planning, etc.

• Bachelor’s degree required; preferred fields: Business, Supply Chain, Statistics,

• Economics, Industrial Engineering, Finance, Computer Science

• Knowledge and understanding of forecasting concepts, brand strategy, sales execution, industry trends, and other economic factors

• Ability to evaluate business performance, develop learnings, communicate findings and translate into future forecast expectations

• Financial acumen and understanding of volume mix shifts, spend, pricing, ROI and impacts to a P&L

• Strong influencing and communications skills

• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills

• Assured ability presenting to and influencing leadership

• Knowledge BI tools, data visualization tools, Business Objects, statistical quantitative methods

Why thrive Causemetics?

• Robust compensation package

• 401k & up to 4% company match

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental benefits

• Life Insurance Policy at no cost

• Employer paid Short-term disability & Long-term disability plans at no cost

• Employee Assistance Program

• Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion training

• Employee discount

• Health & Wellness Workshops

• Mental health resources; Calm app provided for free

• Remote team get togethers and opportunities to participate at company Giving events