Senior Director, Planning, Procurement & Production (Hybrid Role - New York)
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Overview Senior Director, Planning, Procurement & Production (Hybrid Role - New York) at OLAPLEX. OLAPLEX is a category-defining leader in prestige hair care, dedicated to transforming foundational hair health and delivering great hair days today, tomorrow, and for years to come. We foster a culture that celebrates the bonds within our teams and believe in unlocking the full potential of science to extend the health, life, and beauty of hair for all.
About the Role The Senior Director of Planning, Procurement and Production oversees all aspects of production, planning, procurement, vendor, and contract manufacturing management. This leader will scale operations, improve margins, and deliver flawless execution of day-to-day supply chain operations.
Responsibilities Production Planning & Manufacturing: Ensure timely and efficient production schedules while meeting quality standards and timelines.
Manage and optimize relationships with contract manufacturers (CMOs) and fillers.
Cross-functional leadership across PM, QA, Distribution, and Demand planning to deliver flawless execution of the production plan.
Hold the team accountable to deliver production plans aligned with commercial goals.
Monitor sales trends and consumer demand to adjust planning assumptions accordingly.
Procurement & Vendor Management: Oversee day-to-day vendor management activities, including tracking, execution, and reconciliation.
Establish strong relationships with key suppliers and negotiate contracts for optimal cost, quality, and lead time.
Implement scorecard accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
Supply Chain Optimization: Identify and implement process improvements across the supply chain to enhance speed, efficiency, and resilience.
Optimize working capital by balancing inventory levels with demand risk.
Lead efforts in supply chain digitization, data visibility, and ERP utilization.
Leadership & Team Management: Lead and develop a high-performing team across procurement, operations, and production functions.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Partner with Product Development, Quality, Regulatory, and Operations teams to support innovation and compliance.
About You You are a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics within the beauty or CPG space. You thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments where innovation and agility are key. You bring a strong analytical mindset, proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, and the capability to build strong supplier relationships, navigate complex planning scenarios, and ensure production meets brand and commercial goals. You are a builder who solves challenges, improves processes, and scales systems to support rapid growth. You communicate clearly, lead with integrity, and inspire teams to deliver excellence from concept to shelf. You are passionate about creating exceptional beauty products that consumers love and trust.
Qualifications 10–15+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, planning, procurement, or operations; at least 5 years in a leadership role
Proven experience in the beauty, personal care, CPG, or luxury goods industries
Strong knowledge of supply chain systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Anaplan) and production management
Experience working with contract manufacturers and global suppliers
Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Analytical mindset with a strong understanding of forecasting, budgeting, and P&L impact
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering (MBA preferred)
Passion for the beauty industry and consumer experience
Experience scaling operations in a high-growth or startup environment
Background in sustainable sourcing or green packaging initiatives
Our Total Rewards Competitive compensation
Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and flexible work schedules
Wellness: Company contribution to medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and families; company-paid employee life insurance; optional additional life insurance; and short- and long-term disability coverage
Parental Leave: Up to 18 weeks for birthing-parents and up to 10 weeks for non-birthing new parents
Financial Well-being: Roth and 401k plans with 100% match up to the first 4% and immediately vested
Professional Development Reimbursement Program
Opportunity to contribute to our Bond Builder DEI committee
Product perks: Twenty free products per year, plus a friends-and-family discount
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Our mission is to create a culture that celebrates our bonds by embracing, elevating, and empowering individuals from all backgrounds. OLAPLEX is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by law.
Job Details Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Business Development and Sales
Industries: Personal Care Product Manufacturing
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- Location:
- New York, NY, United States
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Management & Operations