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Head of Integrated Business Planning

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert / Leadership (9+ years)
  • London

Requirements

  • - Considerable experience in integrated business planning, demand planning, or a related function within the retail industry.
  • - Certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS CPIM) or financial analysis (e.g., CFA) is a plus.
  • - Strong understanding of retail operations, including sales, marketing, finance, and supply chain management.
  • - The ideal candidate will have great leadership skills to manage and influence a team and a strong analytical mind to problem-solve and develop long-term strategy plans that integrate with the company’s financial infrastructure.
  • - Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and trends to drive business decisions.
  • - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
  • - Demonstrated leadership experience, including the ability to lead and develop a high-performing team.
  • - Proficiency in business planning software and tools, as well as advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • - Strong business acumen and strategic thinking ability.

Responsibilities

  • - Responsible for overseeing and optimising the integrated business planning process to drive operational efficiency, enhance profitability, and ensure alignment across various functions within the organisation.
  • - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategic plans that integrate commercial, marketing, finance, manufacturing and other relevant areas, ultimately contributing to the overall success of the business.
  • - Develop and implement an integrated business planning strategy aligned with the retail business objectives and group financial parameters.
  • - Drive continuous improvement in the integrated business planning process to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.
  • - Collaborate with key stakeholders from commercial, marketing, finance, supply chain, and other relevant departments to gather inputs and key business changes relevant to the monthly and yearly planning processes.
  • - Foster alignment and consensus among cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach to business planning.
  • - Define and monitor the demand planning and Model Stock forecasting processes, continually looking to drive improvements in the accuracy of the process.
  • - Proactively identify and address supply-demand imbalances, allocation issues, and potential risks to minimise disruptions and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • - To oversee the global pricing and margin strategy, taking into account updates from diamond and manufacturing teams on input cost changes, modelling the effect of these on the selling margins.
  • - To review and approve HJ discounts.
  • - To set the target inventory parameters and inventory projections.
  • - Work closely with the finance team to integrate financial planning and analysis into the overall business planning process.
  • - Partner with finance on sales margin modelling as well as scenario modelling to assess the impact of various business decisions on profitability and financial performance.
  • - Drive the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to balance supply and demand, optimise inventory and costs, and improve overall operational efficiency.
  • - Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to S&OP and take corrective actions as necessary to ensure targets are met.
  • - Develop and execute supply planning strategies aligned with the company's business goals, sales forecasts, and production capabilities.
  • - Establish inventory targets, safety stock levels, and replenishment policies to optimize inventory levels while balancing service levels and working capital requirements.
  • - Translate demand forecasts into actionable supply plans, ensuring alignment with production capacities, lead times, and inventory targets.
  • - Work closely with manufacturing operations to develop production plans and schedules that optimise resource and costs.
  • - Monitor production performance and capacity utilisation, identifying bottlenecks and constraints, and implementing corrective actions as needed to maintain service levels.
  • - Key external Stakeholders will be jewellery and diamond manufacturers. Responsible (with the Head of manufacturing) for ensuring future manufacturing capacities are in place.
  • - Monitor supplier performance and delivery metrics and implement improvement initiatives to address issues and drive continuous improvement.
  • - Lead and develop a team of 13 merchandising and supply planning professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and support to foster their professional growth and enhance their capabilities.
  • - Cultivate a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the business planning team.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Head of Integrated Business Planning?

The primary responsibility is to oversee and optimize the integrated business planning process to drive operational efficiency and enhance profitability, ensuring alignment across various functions within the organization.

Which teams will the Head of Integrated Business Planning collaborate with?

The Head of Integrated Business Planning will collaborate with key stakeholders from commercial, marketing, finance, supply chain, and other relevant departments.

What experience is required for this position?

Considerable experience in integrated business planning, demand planning, or a related function within the retail industry is required.

What qualifications are preferred for the Head of Integrated Business Planning role?

Certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS CPIM) or financial analysis (e.g., CFA) is a plus.

How many professionals will the Head of Integrated Business Planning be leading?

The Head of Integrated Business Planning will lead a team of 13 merchandising and supply planning professionals.

What are the working hours for this position?

The specific working hours are not mentioned, but the company supports a hybrid work format.

Are there additional benefits provided to employees in this role?

Yes, employees receive a great working environment, a fantastic pension scheme, 27 days of holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, a mental health focus, competitive salary, and other flexible benefits.

Will the Head of Integrated Business Planning need to perform financial analysis?

Yes, the role involves integration with financial planning and analysis to assess profitability and financial performance.

Is leadership experience important for this role?

Yes, demonstrated leadership experience is crucial, including the ability to lead and develop a high-performing team.

What tools or software proficiency is required for the Head of Integrated Business Planning position?

Proficiency in business planning software and tools, as well as advanced Microsoft Excel skills, is required.

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