Distribution Strategy Lead: Inventory Optimization & Replenishment

Brobston Group LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

LVMH Beauty North America is seeking a Senior Manager, Distribution Planning to lead distribution and replenishment strategy across both company-owned retail boutiques and e-commerce satellite warehouses. The role focuses on inventory optimization, service levels, and scalable processes to support rapid growth, partnering with Retail, E-Commerce, Logistics and Planning teams.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 7+ years in distribution or supply planning, and strong analytical skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• 7+ years in distribution or supply planning, inventory optimization, or related field.
• Luxury or cosmetics experience a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced Excel and data manipulation capabilities.
• Experience with Power BI, ERP systems and planning solutions preferred.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders, lead projects and drive process change.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute distribution and replenishment strategies to ensure product availability and service levels across the network.
• Manage replenishment flows between central and satellite warehouses and optimize product supply for company-owned stores.
• Monitor inventory health and lead initiatives to reduce excess stock and mitigate obsolescence.
• Lead distribution and inventory KPI monitoring and translate performance into actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
• Drive transformation projects to simplify, automate and standardize operational activities and support planning tool optimization.
• Manage and develop one Distribution Planner and coordinate cross-functional alignment with Planning, Logistics, DC Operations, Web Operations, Retail and E-Commerce teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Advanced Excel

Power BI

ERP systems

Planning tools

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Power BI

ERP systems

Job description

LVMH Beauty North America is seeking a Senior Manager, Distribution Planning to lead distribution and replenishment strategy across both company-owned retail boutiques and e-commerce satellite warehouses. The role focuses on inventory optimization, service levels, and scalable processes to support rapid growth, partnering with Retail, E-Commerce, Logistics and Planning teams.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 7+ years in distribution or supply planning, and strong analytical skills