Manager Planning (Supply Chain)

Requisition ID: 866754 
Position:Full-Time
Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

Since 1915, Walman Optical has served thousands of independent eye care professionals providing solutions for all of their optical needs. Our experienced and knowledgeable team helps businesses grow while providing quality eyewear and unmatched service for an exceptional patient experience. With us, you’ll bring our most advanced technology and innovative products to our partners.

As a division of Walman, our collective mission is to enrich the lives of our customers, employees and the communities we serve through better vision.

Walman is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses.

 GENERAL FUNCTION

The Manager of Supply Chain Planning optimizes inventory investment and planning to achieve service level goal. The role is responsible for working capital management of USD +$10 million through maintaining a strong working relationship with buying, sourcing, brand and finance stakeholders.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees product inventory to support brands while maximizing working capital productivity
• Responsible for delivering Sales and Inventory plans
• Partner with sourcing and brands to support product strategy
• Develop sales plans to deliver strategic initiatives
• Develop receipt plans to support sales and inventory turn plans
• Deliver sales & receipt plans to support vendor forecast process
• Manage the purchasing of new product introductions to ensure flow supports sales & marketing initiatives
• Create/Deliver monthly brand inventory targets to drive sales and support global working capital strategy
• Improve forecasting accuracy through collaboration planning
• Maximize in-stock service level to maximize sales & meet consumer’s needs
• Perform semi-annual inventory obsolescence review
• Prepare COM (cost of merchandise) forecast and provide to Finance Department for profitability analysis
• Analyze impact of supplier cost changes and prepares inventory roll forwards to account for sell off and planned purchases
• Analyze impact of retail price increases and overall department makeup, average dollar sale and gross profit
• Align with sourcing, engineering and quality to finalize stage gate process for new products and determine purchase order quantities for new product launches
• Evaluate performance at a style/SKU level and forecasts sales/replenishments based on style cannibalization, stock position and expansion plans
• Lead/Coordinate cross functional activities with other managers within the organization

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, supply chain management, operations management
• 5+ years work experience in production or manufacturing planning or supply chain
• Working knowledge of supply chain Planning and Supply Chain principles
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills - able to extract conclusions from available data
• Proficient in SAP, Excel, planning systems, MS office suite of products
• Finance and accounting principles - able to communicate financial plans and results from a product & merchandise perspective
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in optical manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in tools like Tableau & Business Objects

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts. 
 
Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com. 
  
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.