Make Up For Ever Supply Planning & Production Manager
MAKE UP FOR EVER in Gennevilliers seeks a Supply Planning & Production Manager to lead supply planning, production scheduling and supplier management.
Overview
MAKE UP FOR EVER is a Paris-born professional cosmetics brand within the LVMH group, renowned for high-performance make-up and a strong creative identity. The Maison combines artistic expertise with global distribution, serving both professional artists and consumers, and benefits from the resources and luxury-led standards of the LVMH family.
Role & Responsibilities
- Define and maintain the Master Production Schedule (PDP) and the long-term supply plan (PALT) to guarantee component and finished-goods availability for markets at optimal cost and quality.
- Plan upstream supply for packaging and bulk production, and coordinate production scheduling and subcontractor activities to meet market delivery dates.
- Manage supplier and subcontractor relationships, including order placement, daily follow-up and supplier performance improvement projects.
- Operate and parameterize the MRP system to ensure reliable availability dates and accurate material planning.
- Monitor and drive key performance indicators (OTIF, plan attainment, inventory levels) and deploy corrective action plans when targets are not met.
- Lead stock equation analyses, depreciation management (MOQ revisions, discontinuations, expiry management), inventories and destruction processes in line with finance and regulatory requirements.
- Identify risks and opportunities in planning and procurement, propose and implement mitigation and optimisation actions, including SKU portfolio rationalisation.
- Champion continuous improvement of planning processes, tools and organisation to support Maison growth and operational agility.
- Coordinate cross-functional interfaces with Purchases, Launches, Quality, Cost Control, Demand & Distribution Planning, Transport, Customer Service and Data Management.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree / Engineering degree (Bac +5) or equivalent university qualification.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in procurement, production scheduling, or supply planning; experience in cosmetics or FMCG/food manufacturing preferred.
- At least 2 years of direct people management experience.
- Strong analytical rigour, organisation and ability to prioritise in a complex, fast-paced environment.
- Fluent English required; Italian is a plus.
- Proven orientation to results and continuous improvement mindset.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years in supply chain planning, procurement or production scheduling roles, with at least 2 years of direct team management; experience within cosmetics or highly regulated FMCG manufacturing is advantageous.
Education
Master's degree or engineering degree (Bac+5) or equivalent.
Workplace
This position is based in Gennevilliers, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris. Cerulean lists 2 open roles in Gennevilliers, including 1 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.760 active listings on Cerulean, 119 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.317 open positions, with 147 posted this week.
Culture
MAKE UP FOR EVER cultivates an inclusive, creative workplace that celebrates individuality and professional artistry while operating within the high standards of the LVMH group. The environment prizes collaboration, continuous improvement and cross-disciplinary partnership to deliver premium products and services.
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.