Senior Buyer / Planner, Global Supply Chain

ZipRecruiter; Vernon; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cosmetics brand seeks a Senior Buyer/Planner to implement strategic purchasing and inventory plans. The candidate will need expertise in ERP systems, supply chain management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. This role ensures product availability and supports promotional programs, requiring a background in cosmetics or consumer products.

Benefits

Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holidays)

Family Leave

Training & Development

Dog-Friendly Offices

Flexible/Hybrid Work Environment (on-site Tuesday-Thursday)

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in planning/purchasing or marketing operations.
• Experience in cosmetics, personal care, or consumer products.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and inventory management software.

Responsibilities

• Execute strategic purchasing and inventory plans for products.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, and Product Development teams.
• Maintain accurate supply and demand inventories.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Analytical

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

APICS certification

Tools

Sage

Netstock

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Milani, the Los Angeles-based market leading cosmetics brand, was founded over 20 years ago, with the passionate belief that everyone should have the opportunity to own and enjoy luxury beauty. To this day, Milani continues to innovate for and with its diverse community of #MilaniMakers and relentlessly tests the limits of what’s available at affordable prices. Milani delivers high-end yet accessible luxury while championing inclusivity, self-expression, and experimentation through makeup.

Milani Cosmetics. Luxury that’s born inclusive, not exclusive.

Summary:

Reporting to the Director, Operations, the Senior Buyer/Planner is a critical role responsible for executing strategic purchasing and inventory plans for Promotional and/or Core finished good products and components to ensure unit fill rate, inventory, and cost objectives are met. The Senior Buyer/Planner will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Sales, and Product Development, to align purchasing and inventory strategies with overall business objectives. The role requires deep knowledge of Milani’s ERP planning systems, SOPs, and other tools to ensure proper planning, pricing, work ticket, and PO maintenance, as well as accurate system visibility and inventory accuracy. A solid understanding of the cosmetics industry, market trends, and supply chain management is essential.

This role may also involve managing specific areas such as global launches, promotional programs, logistics, or other operations-related tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate knowledge of core systems (Sage, Netstock, MPS, MRP, Monday.com, etc.) and ensure compliance with planning SOPs to maintain accurate FG and component supply, demand, and inventories.
• Issue, maintain, and track POs (within Sage & Monday.com) to third-party manufacturers according to approved MPS.
• Support unit fill rate and inventory goals.
• Plan finished goods and components in Sage and Netstock for assigned categories and vendors.
• Maintain PO and Work Order delivery dates in Sage.
• Follow Milani change management SOPs for system and inventory accuracy.
• Adhere to weekly/monthly planning cycles.
• Issue warehouse transfers between DC and third-party manufacturers.
• Coordinate with third-party manufacturers to meet supply needs and address delivery issues.
• Understand and apply Milani’s Quality, Vendor, and Warehouse SOPs for cost-effective supply management.
• Coordinate logistics and recommend shipment methods.
• Lead meetings with internal departments and third-party manufacturers to track project status and resolve issues.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Visit manufacturers or suppliers as needed for launches or programs.
• Support launch execution tracking for new products.
• Manage retail promotion processes and reporting.
• Oversee global logistics processes and reporting.
• Manage marketing sampling programs.
• Support the execution of new product launches and marketing initiatives globally.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent experience.
• APICS certification.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in planning/purchasing or marketing operations.
• Experience in cosmetics, personal care, or consumer products.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and inventory management software.
• Strong supply chain background (MPS, MRP, database management).
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Sage or similar), forecasting tools (Netstock), and MS Office.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, with analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a dynamic environment.
• High integrity and work ethic.

Benefits:

• Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holidays)
• Family Leave
• Training & Development
• Dog-Friendly Offices
• Flexible/Hybrid Work Environment (on-site Tuesday-Thursday)

Compensation:

The annual salary range is $75,000 - $90,000, depending on experience, education, and location.

EOE/M/F/Vet/