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Patrick Ta Beauty · 3 months ago

Assistant Manager, Supply Chain (New Product Launch)

West Hollywood, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Patrick Ta Beauty is a modern luxury beauty brand founded by celebrity makeup artist Patrick Ta. The Assistant Manager, Supply Chain will be responsible for optimizing supply chain operations for new product launches, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and finished goods.

BeautyCustomer ServiceEmailRetail

Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong relationships with new and key suppliers to ensure reliable supply and to foster opportunities for cost savings and innovation

Influence and evaluate global sourcing opportunities to optimize costs while maintaining quality standards

Develop strategic partnerships with key vendors to secure long-term benefits for both parties

Create, issue and manage New Launch purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials and finished goods

Identify potential supply chain risks (e.g., supplier issues, delays to launch plan, logistics disruptions) and develop contingency plans. Drive results with cross functional departments (e.g., Product Development, Packaging, Marketing, Finance) to ensure supply chain strategies support new launch calendar and overall business objectives

Manage a set of key performance indicators (KPIs) for evaluating vendor performance in areas such as OTIF, quality, cost optimization, customer service levels

Use scorecard data to identify areas for improvement and work with vendors to enhance performance and resolve issues. Communicate supply chain performance and challenges to cross functional departments, providing insights and recommendations for improvements

Partner with Demand & Supply Planning to optimize inventory levels to ensure product availability without overstocking. Lead monthly component inventory reconciliation with suppliers and contract manufacturers

Partner with Logistics on freight forwarder selections to ensure timely deliveries from supplier to supplier and contract manufactures to warehouse

Partner with 3PL Operations department on delivery discrepancies to ensure all contract manufactures are producing within +/- 5% tolerance

Partner with Inventory Planning department to ensure new SKU, UPC and BOM creations in NetSuite in advance of creating New Launch purchase orders and receiving transfer orders

Up to 10% international and domestic travel required

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementVendor ManagementProcurementExcelNetSuiteStrategic ThinkingInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingOrganizational Skills

Required

3-5 years of experience in supply chain management, within the beauty or personal care industry, with a strong focus on color or shaded beauty

Proficiency with Excel and ERP system, preferably NetSuite

Experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain strategy development, and vendor management

Demonstrated ability in managing supplier relationships

Maintain vendor scorecard systems and utilize KPIs to measure performance

Familiarity with global sourcing and sustainable sourcing practices

Excellent strategic thinking capabilities to develop and implement effective supply chain strategies aligned with company objectives

Advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex projects and multi-task with excellent organization skills

Proficient in risk management and capacity planning to anticipate and mitigate potential supply chain disruptions

Strong financial acumen to adhere to budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels