Christian Dior Demand Planner
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Posted
- Jun 1, 2026
About Christian Dior
Christian Dior, founded in Paris in 1946, stands as one of the world’s most influential maisons, uniting haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, fragrance, beauty, and exceptional retail experiences. As an employer, Dior offers a culture shaped by artistic audacity, meticulous craftsmanship, and the pursuit of excellence, where heritage and innovation continually enrich one another. Its teams collaborate across ateliers, studios, boutiques, and corporate functions within an international environment that values elegance, precision, inclusivity, and entrepreneurial spirit. Working at Dior means contributing to a legacy of timeless style while helping define the future of luxury with creativity, discipline, and purpose.
Parfums Christian Dior – Demand Planner (M/F) in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France. Lead European forecasting and S&OP transformation.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead forecasting accuracy and strategic planning for assigned product segments using machine learning and advanced analytics
- Serve as the central demand planner for European operations while supporting subsidiary teams to ensure compliance with best-practice forecasting and S&OP methodologies
- Develop deep market and product expertise; align forecasts with marketing strategy, regional market dynamics, and local promotional calendars through close collaboration with commercial teams
- Prepare and facilitate key S&OP review meetings (product, demand, and supply) with local and central teams to present actionable insights and challenge forecasting assumptions
- Establish partnership approach with regional markets to build, refine, and validate short- and medium-term forecasts aligned with strategic objectives
- Conduct rigorous performance analysis, execute monthly reporting cycles, and track key performance indicators (Forecast Accuracy, Bias, Budget Variance); develop and implement proactive corrective action plans
- Train and coach an international community of Demand Planners on forecasting best practices and process standards, raising capability across the organization
- Drive business transformation by contributing to the redefinition of forecasting processes and supporting the implementation of process overhauls and new tools
Qualifications
- Engineering degree or equivalent higher education qualification
- Strong analytical capabilities with demonstrated ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategic insights
- Excellent communication and presentation skills in both written and oral formats
- Proficiency in analytical tools (Power BI, Excel); experience with Anaplan is a significant advantage
- Deep fluency in English, written and spoken, for dynamic international collaboration
- Supply chain process and project orientation with results-driven mindset and proactive, innovative approach
- Demonstrated passion for understanding markets, operational challenges, and business drivers
- Ability to influence decision-making and effectively challenge assumptions through strategic thinking and persuasive communication
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of significant experience in Supply Chain, with demonstrated expertise in S&OP processes or Demand Planning. Proven track record in cross-functional collaboration with marketing, finance, commerce, and industrial teams. Experience leading transformation initiatives and implementing advanced forecasting methodologies is essential.
Education
Engineering degree or equivalent higher education qualification in supply chain, business, mathematics, or a related quantitative discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris.
Culture
Christian Dior fosters a culture of refined creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and continuous innovation, where teams are encouraged to uphold the Maison’s heritage while shaping the future of luxury. As an employer, it offers a dynamic and exacting environment that values collaboration, excellence, and the development of talent across artistic, retail, and corporate disciplines.
About Cerulean
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