Estée Lauder Companies Demand Planning Intern

About Estée Lauder Companies

The Estée Lauder Companies is a global leader in prestige beauty, founded in 1946 by Estée and Joseph Lauder and built on an enduring belief in creativity, high-touch service, and entrepreneurial spirit. As an employer, the Group offers talent the scale of an international house with the energy of distinctive brands across skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair care. Its culture values innovation, inclusion, learning, and responsible growth, inviting professionals to shape consumer experiences from laboratory to counter, digital platform to boardroom. Employees join a purpose-led organization where heritage, artistry, and scientific excellence meet to define the future of luxury beauty.

Role & Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain accurate sales forecasts for markets in the portfolio.
• Develop and maintain forecasts for New Product Launches (NPL) in collaboration with regional and affiliate Marketing teams.
• Conduct monthly KPI analyses to identify the root causes of forecast variances and support corrective actions.
• Analyze historical data and contribute to improving forecast accuracy.
• Manage and maintain master data to accurately reflect product life cycles.
• Maintain promotional item usage plans in collaboration with affiliate Marketing teams.
• Support the Regional Demand Planning team in preparing S&OP / IBP meetings.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including developing and deploying forecasting tools and processes.
• Collaborate with regional and local teams across EMEA to align demand forecasts with business priorities.

Qualifications

• Currently studying at an engineering school or business school, or pursuing a Master's degree, ideally specializing in Supply Chain, Operations or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international, multicultural environment.
• Strong proficiency in Excel.
• Knowledge of Power BI, including creating, updating and using reports, is a strong asset.
• Fluent in English, with the ability to participate confidently in English-language meetings and discussions.

Skills

Education

Currently studying at an engineering school or business school, or pursuing a Master's degree, ideally specializing in Supply Chain, Operations or a related field.

Culture

The Estée Lauder Companies fosters a collaborative, inclusive workplace where creativity, entrepreneurial thinking, and a passion for prestige beauty are deeply valued. As a global house of distinctive brands, it offers employees an environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, and a shared commitment to excellence and consumer inspiration.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.