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About Westman Atelier

A new standard of clean luxury. Founded by world-renowned editorial makeup artist Gucci Westman, Westman Atelier is a curated edit of skin-loving, performance-first makeup that is always effortless, never overdone. A mother, makeup artist, and champion of holistic living, Gucci believes passionately that ‘luxury’, ‘efficacy’ and ‘clean’ can be synonymous with exceptional makeup.

• A skincare approach to high performance make-up formulated with clean ingredients and no-compromise integrity
• Balancing perfect shades and buttery textures that melt into the skin with plant-based actives and cutting-edge science 

About Our Founder

Gucci Westman has more than 20 years of professional experience as a major editorial makeup artist, contributing to publications like Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar.  Gucci is known for creating dewy, supernaturally glowy looks and her highly coveted “second-skin approach” to makeup, resulting in naturally beautiful, radiantly amplified skin.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Planner to join our Global Business Planning team, reporting to the VP. In this collaborative role, you will contribute to the development of strategic business plans, working cross-functionally to gather data, conduct analysis, and present actionable insights. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your strong analytical skills, and grow your career within a global organization.

Responsibilities:

• Support the development and execution of strategic plans to drive brand growth and market expansion.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure planning initiatives align with brand objectives.
• Support the Global Planning team in ensuring the execution of these plans across different business functions.
• Support the demand forecasting process by collecting and analyzing sales trends and market data.
• Help create and maintain inventory strategies to ensure optimal product availability.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in minimizing excess stock while ensuring sufficient product availability to meet demand.
• Aid in the planning and coordination of new product launches, ensuring timelines are met, and resources are allocated efficiently.
• Help track and update launch calendars and timelines, ensuring successful execution.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth product introductions and assist in any required documentation or tracking.
• Work closely with marketing, sales, product development, and supply chain teams to ensure smooth execution of planning initiatives.
• Participate in regular meetings and communicate updates to key stakeholders regarding planning activities.
• Help gather and analyze market insights, including competitor research, to support planning efforts.
• Assist in identifying potential trends, opportunities, and areas for differentiation.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Global Planning team, ensuring deadlines are met, and documents are organized.
• Track and manage project timelines, ensuring that key deliverables are completed on time.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain Management.
• 3-5 years of experience in a planning, demand forecasting, or related role (cosmetics or beauty industry experience is a plus).
• Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills, with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret complex data from various sources to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Strong proficiency in Excel or other data management tools (e.g., ERP systems, budgeting software, forecasting tools)
• Ability to adapt and learn quickly in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.