Procurement Manager, NPI (Remote Role)

OLAPLEX, Inc. (Nasdaq: OLPX) is an innovative, science-enabled, technology-driven beauty company. We are founded on the principle of delivering effective, patent-protected and proven performance in the categories where we compete. We strive to empower our consumers to look as beautiful on the outside as they feel on the inside. We believe every person deserves to have healthy, beautiful hair, whether they are visiting a salon or caring for their hair at home.

OLAPLEX has been able to achieve phenomenal growth and we continuously seek exceptionally talented individuals who can support our innovation and creativity. Collaboration and flexibility are at the core of our commitment to each other and to the success of OLAPLEX.

About the Role: 

We are looking for a qualified NPI Procurement Manager to be responsible for the strategic and tactical planning of manufacturing to support our Innovation product pipeline.  This role will maximize service level performance of our vendors for on-time delivery of projects. In partnership with NPD Ops, the NPI Procurement Manager will provide weekly procurement updates and manage the production timelines. This role requires a close partnership with the Global Procurement Manager and several departments to facilitate all the cross functional needs as it pertains to raw materials, packaging, and finished good production. The goal is to ensure the smooth and cost-efficient flow of our production operations to meet company launch targets.

• Support the new vendor on-boarding process with Sourcing, NPD Ops, and Global Procurement
• Drives procurement and production lead-time discussions for NPI and consulted in timeline development with NPD Ops
• Develop production schedules for innovation, seasonal kits and samples with contract manufacturers and coordinate component deliveries to meet on-time product launches
• Create and issue all Innovation purchase and work orders, ensure raw materials and finished goods are managed efficiently to ensure minimal excess inventory
• Resolve production issues and escalate unresolved issues to NPD Ops and management promptly
• Partner with Supply Planning to align on launch and safety stock quantities based on minimum order quantities and lead-times
• Ensure on-time item and bill of material creation and costing accuracy
• Attend NPD Governance meetings to provide procurement updates
• Responsible for internal routing of all innovation artwork proofs and escalation of timing risks
• Collaborate with Global Procurement team on smooth hand-off process from Commercialization to Replenishment
• Coordinate with Global Procurement Manager on transition timing and production schedules for reformulations and engineering change projects

About You:  

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or equivalent education and experience
• 3+ years’ progressive experience within new product introduction, procurement, and production planning within a global supply chain
• NetSuite experience is desired
• Good understanding of Supply Chain Metrics
• Experience managing and directing external partners with day-to-day priorities and assisting to resolve problems
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams efficiently and effectively to resolve issues and proactively communicate needs
• Background in managing different facets of production from start to finish
• Demonstrates proactive problem-solving
• Detail oriented with strong follow through skills - able to organize and prioritize multiple projects
• Has a sense of urgency in managing time and while accomplishing tasks
• Must have intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office products and ERP system
• Ideal candidate has beauty experience and/or passion and excitement for the beauty category 

We'd love to have you apply, even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement. What's most important to us is finding authentic and accountable people who feel connected to our mission and values, not just candidates who check off all the boxes. We are looking for someone who will bring all their expertise, learn, and grow with us.

Our Total Rewards: 

The annual base pay for this position is $80,000 - $95,000 with eligibility for an annual bonus. The actual base pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, years of relevant experience, skill level, functional expertise, certificates or other professional licenses held and geographic location.

• Competitive compensation 
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and flexible work schedules
• Wellness: Company Contribution to Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Employees and their Families, Company Paid Employee Life Insurance, Optional additional Life Insurance, and Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage Options 
• Parental Leave: Up to 18 weeks for all new birthing-parents and up to 10 weeks for all non-birthing new parents 
• Financial Well-being: Roth and 401k plans: 100% match up to the first 4% and is immediately vested
• Professional Development Reimbursement Program: Career development is as important to us as we know it is to you! 
• Culture: Our team has an “attitude of gratitude” and a shared passion for our brand. Join our culture committee and/or DE&I champion team to play a role in building and sustaining our “secret sauce" 
• Products: Twenty (20) free products per year, plus a friends and family discount 

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

Our mission is to create a culture that celebrates our bonds by embracing, elevating, and empowering individuals from all backgrounds.

OLAPLEX is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.