Assistant Planner - Toronto, Canada - Sephora

Sephora

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Type

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Full Time

Function

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Inventory Management

Working Model

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Hybrid

At Sephora Canada, we're passionate about finding and sharing beauty in the world. Our constant innovation, our ability to see and lead trends, and our focus on providing an outstanding customer experience make us the most-loved beauty community and top of mind for every Canadian. We find beauty in our communities, in our differences, our experiences, and in the spirit of our employees.

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ABOUT THE ROLE

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Planning, forecasting, and allocating product are the crucial first steps in the product's journey to our clients.

It takes analytical, strategic, and results-driven inventory management professionals to build our brand partnerships, forecast client behaviors and optimize inventory levels across our network.

Operations and logistics complete the products' journey into our clients' hands.

Our energetic and innovative team continually improves speed and accuracy on our promise to our clients in a fast growing and ever-evolving marketplace.

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WHAT YOU'LL DO

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Review and action In-Stocks to ensure healthy position for Core and Newness (SKU/Store level). Consult Planner to ensure appropriate WOS levels, work with brands on ETA for back instock and communicate to leader
Track Core & Newness purchase orders to ensure timely receiving of inventory to all Canadian DCs & Stores to meet the business needs. Close PO's on a regular basis to ensure inventory captured in replenishment
Analyze newness/launch performance and seasonality, adjusting forecasts, receipts, inventory levels as needed to drive business
Handle regular replenishment forecasts and orders; responsible for ordering within OTB Receipt Budget
Lead and coordinate allocations with analytical insights that support sales performance
Build manual PO as needed (i.e., newness, new stores, adhoc Promotional support POs)
Provide access to fill rates with Planner and Brands partners
Communicate and elevate late key launches to Planner and Merchant focused on inventory strategy
Ensure timely receiving of inventory for Newness launches, Animation, Promotional events, and communicate if risk to business
Set up newness in Blue Yonder (JDA) for accurate purchasing and allocation of inventory
Generate reporting on vendor/brand fill rates and lead time accuracy
Validate productive assortment and recommendations of presentation quantity, items to discontinue, and items to develop, within new efficiency guidelines and Merchandising Team
Report updated business trends and stock continuity weekly
Conduct Newness hindsight and key initiative's analysis on a season basis
Additional projects as required

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WHAT YOU'LL BRING

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BA/BS degree preferred
Proficiency with MS Office, with advanced Excel skills
Problem solving and analytical skills
Strong numbers competence
Strong organizational and time management skills; able to balance multiple priorities
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Keen attention to detail
Prior retail experience considered an asset
Ability to work in a fastpaced, constantly evolving environment
Collaborator who is flexible and adaptable

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WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE

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You'll be part of a unique culture and family of passionate and inspiring individuals
You'll work alongside the best talent in the industry people you'll be proud to work with
You'll have access to the global community of luxury group LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy) for endless career opportunities
You'll have the opportunity to be part of a community that drives meaningful social and environmental change and receive matching donations to support your charitable giving
Benefits you can mix and match, depending on your needs
Employee Assistance Program services for those times you need extra support
Holidays, time off, summer hours and flexibility to support worklife balance
And of course, there's our incredible swag free product gifts throughout the year and tons of discounts with our brand partners

This position requires that the employee be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencing employment and that they agree to obtain any future required boosters or vaccinations as recommended by the government of Canada or the health authorities of the province in which you would be working and in accordance with Sephora Vaccination Policy.

If you are not able to obtain a COVID-19 vaccine for a reason related to a protected ground of discrimination under applicable human rights legislation, you can request accommodation from Sephora.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

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SEPHORA has been changing the face of prestige cosmetics since its debut in 1970s Paris.

Sephora was acquired by luxury group Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH) in 1997 then launched stateside in 1998, and is currently home to 200 world-class brands - including its own private label, SEPHORA COLLECTION.

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