LVMH Forecasting Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $110,000–125,000/year
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Posted
- May 26, 2026
About LVMH
LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics is the fragrances and cosmetics division of the LVMH Group, representing both historic maisons and fast-growing beauty brands. Operating across product, marketing and retail channels, the division combines creative excellence with rigorous commercial execution and a strong international footprint. North America teams are based in New York and collaborate closely with global headquarters in Paris.
LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics seeks a Forecasting Manager in New York to lead sell‑in forecasting, S&OP and ML forecasting models.
Role & Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end sell‑in forecasts for the basic catalogue and be the forecasting lead for launches and POSM in partnership with brand marketing and sales teams.
- Maintain and optimise forecasting models (including Machine Learning models), manage parameters and run rolling 18‑month sell‑in / sell‑out analyses to improve forecast accuracy.
- Drive forecast performance metrics (forecast accuracy, valorization vs. budget), identify gaps, propose corrective action plans and animate continuous improvement.
- Prepare and present forecast reporting for monthly S&OP and lead demand review sessions, facilitating structured, fact‑based discussions with local and HQ stakeholders.
- Manage item master data (item activation, status, end‑of‑life dates) to ensure data integrity across forecasting and supply processes.
- Challenge business stakeholders up to senior management to ensure forecast consistency and surface anything likely to impact sell‑in (promotions, merchandising, strategy changes).
- Train and onboard marketing and sales newcomers on forecasting calendar, tools and responsibilities.
- Participate in cross‑Maison benchmarking and lead projects to optimise forecasting processes and associated tools.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Data Management, or a related quantitative field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of sell‑in forecasting or demand planning experience, preferably with suppliers to major US department stores.
- Proven track record of improving forecast accuracy and leading forecasting or S&OP initiatives.
- Strong problem‑structuring ability, intellectual rigor and capacity to translate analytical insight into clear commercial recommendations.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and collaborate across functions and geographies.
- Discretion handling confidential information.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 to 5 years of sell‑in forecasting or demand planning experience, preferably with exposure to major US department store accounts or comparable retail partners.
Education
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Analytics or related quantitative field is a plus.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 110,000 to USD 125,000 per annum.
Culture
The Perfumes & Cosmetics division combines maison heritage and creative innovation with commercial discipline. Teams operate in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment that values analytical rigor, cross‑functional partnership and respect for brand identity while working within the broader LVMH ecosystem.
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