You’ve picked a great time to join Avon. We’re the company that puts purpose, people and relationships at the heart of everything we do. The company that’s 135 years young and only just getting started. As part of the Regent LP family, we’re committed to being the best beauty company for the world by generating a positive environmental, economic and social impact for our communities across the globe.
Role Type
PermanentWhat you'll be doing:
As a Supply Planning Specialist, you’ll play a key role in ensuring Avon products are available when and where they’re needed. Working closely with teams across Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, Distribution, Commercial Planning & Marketing, you’ll help balance customer demand, inventory, service levels, and cost objectives. You’ll support business growth by developing supply plans, responding to changing demand trends, and ensuring the smooth flow of products through the supply chain while maintaining optimal inventory. This is a highly collaborative role where your analytical thinking and problem-solving skills will help deliver an outstanding experience for Avon Representatives and customers.Key responsibilities:
Developing and managing finished goods supply plans to achieve service, inventory, and cost targets.
Creating mid- to long-term production and capacity plans, including support for contract manufacturing where applicable.
Partnering with Materials Planning, Export Planning, Production, and Distribution teams to ensure product availability and on-time delivery.
Running order simulations and evaluating supply scenarios based on changing demand patterns and market trends.
Analyzing inventory performance, product supportability, and supply chain trends to support business decisions.
Identifying supply risks, capacity constraints, and inventory challenges, and escalating issues when needed.
Maintaining planning system accuracy and supporting continuous improvement and supply chain projects.
Collaborating with Marketing teams to manage inventory risks and support product lifecycle planning.
What we're looking for
Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in a supply chain environment, such as Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Procurement, Inventory Planning, Production Planning, Logistics, Sourcing, or Warehouse Management.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and changing environment.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and cultures.
Knowledge of production planning, inventory management, and supply chain processes.
Familiarity with new product development and risk assessment processes is an advantage.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
A proactive, adaptable mindset and a passion for driving operational excellence.
What we offer:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package along with wellness resources and work-life balance support in line with your country practices and Avon purpose aiming to help you live a healthier life, protect you and your dear ones, and ensure you’re at your best.
At Avon, we believe beauty is for everyone and that it’s beautiful to be you. We celebrate our differences, champion self-expression and are committed to inclusion for all. We embrace diversity and individuality to build a culture that represents our communities and enables everyone to bring their best self to work. We also support reasonable adjustments both within our recruitment process and job design when required to empower you to work in a way that works for you.
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Skills Required
- Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- At least 3 years of experience in a supply chain environment (Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Procurement, Inventory Planning, Production Planning, Logistics, Sourcing, or Warehouse Management)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to make data-driven decisions
- Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and changing environment
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to collaborate across functions and cultures
- Knowledge of production planning, inventory management, and supply chain processes
- Familiarity with new product development and risk assessment processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications
- Proactive, adaptable mindset and passion for driving operational excellence
What We Do
Think you know Avon? Think again. We’ve been doing beauty differently for 135 years. Pioneering in listening to women’s needs and speaking out for them. Standing for what matters to them. Supporting their endeavours. We’re a company that connects people through beauty, sharing passion, innovation and expertise - affordably. We use the power of beauty to transform women’s lives for the better. We were founded to provide an opportunity for women to earn and learn – bringing economic freedom for our Beauty Advisers so they can shape their own future. We continue to carry this spirit with us today. Our independent Representatives provide millions of customers worldwide with trusted, personal beauty advice and products to help them express their individuality. We believe in beauty democracy: inclusive beauty that is open to all. We’re passionate about keeping you at the forefront of beauty, creating products that embrace the hottest trends and cutting-edge technology, alongside everyday essentials that will be the staples of your beauty kit. We believe in a better world for women, which is a better world for all. We believe everyone is equal and we champion gender equality. We speak up and speak out on issues that matter to our communities; supporting causes that help women’s health and wellbeing, including: • Breast cancer, the most commonly occurring cancer in women, • Violence against women and girls, which will impact 1 in 3 in their lifetime There’s still work to do. And we promise to continue doing more. Join us and be part of the movement..
