Buyer Planner
helenoftroy

Job Info

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Join our Supply Chain team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day.

Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Position: Buyer/Planner

Department: Beauty Supply Chain

Work Location: Dallas, TX or El Paso, TX, Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)

Hybrid Schedule: Helen of Troy associates enjoy the advantages and flexibility of a hybrid working model, allowing for in office 3 days minimum, and remote 2 days. Any changes to this working model would be communicated accordingly.

What you will be doing:

The Buyer / Planner will be part of Beauty's supply chain team. This key role will be responsible for managing and implementing all processes related to Drybar's supply planning, purchase order issuance, component planning, as well as work order processing with contract manufacturing partners.

• Critically analyze and validate the MRP plan prior to issuing work orders and / or purchase orders to contract manufacturing partners and / or component suppliers.
• Evaluate MRP plan and demand shifts to ensure supply plan meets demand requirements. Implement expedite and / or deferral requests with vendors as a result in order to satisfy customer needs and inventory targets.
• Review all MRP exception flags and conduct a root cause analysis and validation prior to completing.
• Complete all work order activities in the system to back flush components after production completes and scrap rates are evaluated.
• Conduct weekly calls with contract manufacturing partners to review open order reports, expedite / deferral requests, priorities, upcoming promotional / program-specific events, etc.
• Recommend planning adjustments to achieve optimum inventory levels based on forecast variability and / or vendor lead time changes.
• Lead cost avoidance projects to meet Beauty and the Global Beauty team's initiatives and goals.
• Complete PIM item set up workflow process for all new items, including Buy / Make Finished Good item types as well as Component item types.
• Maintain all planning and inventory attributes by-item to maintain inventory targets.
• Track and change item statuses within the system to align with transition timing and item status definitions.
• Provide updates to partners on item master data accuracy and completeness.
• Monthly review of ERP/MRP reporting to ensure there is not missing or incorrect data.
• Provide regular updates to internal partners on production activities to support new product launches and critical items.
• Analyze marketing and sales events to ensure all events can be met within lead time.
• Communicate to internal teams all information captured (timing, requirements, risks, etc.) in order to be able to implement and support upcoming events.
• Conduct and provide regular analyses and reporting to support the Beauty and Global Beauty team's SIOP process.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports on key inventory levels to management.
• Prepare reports and analyses to support Supply Chain / Operations team as requested.

Skills needed to be successful in this role:

• Proven track record of achieving results in a fast-paced growth environment through analysis and collaboration with internal and external relationships
• Excellent analytical, communication and time management skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree in business, mathematics, statistics, or a combination of education and experience in the cosmetics or related (FDA regulated) industry
• 3+ years' experience in a Supply Planning role within the consumer packaged goods industry
• Supply chain and inventory management competence and understanding
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (sophisticated to expert level in Excel; proficiency in Outlook, Word and PowerPoint)
• Experience using ERP and MRP solutions (in-depth knowledge of planning attributes and MRP planning processes)
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Oracle experience

Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

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For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com . You can also find us on LinkedIn , Glassdoor , Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thinking, culture and background. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any protected basis.

We will provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000.

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO®, Hydro Flask®, Osprey®, Honeywell®, PUR®, Braun®, Vicks®, Hot Tools®, and Drybar® - many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity.

At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.

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