Velvet Caviar

Director, Demand Planning (Ecommerce & Wholesale)

New York, USA (Remote)

Ready to build and lead one of the most important operational engines behind a rapidly growing consumer goods brand? VelvetCaviar.com is hiring a Director of Demand Planner to oversee inventory forecasting, demand planning, inventory strategy, and cross-functional coordination across all sales channels. Own end-to-end demand forecasting and inventory strategy across all our website, Amazon, and wholesale partners. Lead S&OP, align production with sales forecasts, and optimize inventory to support growth while protecting cash flow and margin. This is a strategic leadership role focused on aligning Sales, Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure sustainable growth, strong inventory health, and operational scalability. The ideal candidate thrives in high-growth environments and understands how disciplined forecasting and inventory planning protect both revenue and margin. About Us: Velvet Caviar is a leading phone accessories brand with over 1+ million social media followers and millions of customers worldwide; established in New York since 2014. We’re known for pioneering the tech accessories market with stylish phone cases and matching accessories. Learn more at velvetcaviar.com or @velvetcaviar What you’ll do: Forecasting & Planning Own forecasting and demand planning across DTC and wholesale Monitor and build SKU-level forecasts by channel weekly and monthly Manage Demand Planning Analysts for expedited projections Translate sales plans into consolidated demand forecasts Own rolling 3–12 month demand projections S&OP Leadership Lead weekly S&OP meetings Align Sales, Operations, Finance, and Logistics Drive decision-making around production timing and inventory risk Maintain forecast accuracy targets Inventory Strategy Set safety stock and weeks-of-supply targets Optimize inventory turns and working capital Identify stockout and excess risk early Deplete overstock inventory before expiration Guide air vs sea freight decisions with Logistics Align production planning with demand forecasts Production Alignment Partner with factories on production timing Ensure inbound freight aligns with demand plan Balance retail commitments vs DTC needs Analytics & Reporting Own forecast accuracy reporting Track inventory health KPIs (below) Build dashboards for leadership Model margin impact of inventory decisions Your Success Metrics: Forecasting Accuracy Inventory turn speed In-stock rate and on-time inventory Excess & obsolete inventory Air freight exposure vs Sea Working capital tied in inventory Inventory visibility and reporting accuracy Team development and retention Requirements: 6-8+ years in demand planning and supply chain for consumer goods Experience planning for thousands of SKUs and millions of units turnover Experience managing forecasting & planning across both DTC + wholesale Strong understanding and leadership for S&OP processes Strong alignment with sales and operations team leadership Experience working with 3PL fulfillment partners Advanced Excel + demand planning tools (NetSuite, SAP, Xoro, etc.) Strong financial acumen (inventory cash flow modeling) Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on as needed Highly analytical and data-driven Bachelor’s degree preferred Perks and Benefits: Competitive base salary Annual Performance bonuses PTO + Health Insurance + 401(k) Fully remote or hybrid schedule (if local in New York) Fun & Collaborative Brooklyn office (if local to New York) High role ownership with long-term career growth Velvet Caviar is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.