Group Director, Supply Chain Systems

Group Director, Supply Chain Systems

At Chanel, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity, and effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience, and potential you could bring to Chanel.

About the role : Chanel is looking for a Group Director, Supply Chain Systems - Fashion / Watches and Fine Jewelry (WFJ) to join our Corporate IT Applications Team in Piscataway, New Jersey. This Supply Chain Systems Director will play a leading role in enhancing our WMS System Architecture and Service Model for our Supply Chain Fashion / WFJ. This role will ensure the product vision of the regional US business aligns with the technical components of the Manhattan Warehouse Management System (WMS). This role will involve leading the support team, guiding best practices, managing data flows, and overseeing data architecture. The ideal candidate will have experience translating business requirements into technical specifications and prioritizing enhancements to support strategic decision-making and operational excellence.

This position and our ideal candidate interfaces with several groups in Tech and is a key partner for the Fashion & WFJ Operations and Sales Planning Groups. Will also interact with Global teams and third-party partners / vendors. Our ideal candidate will have a minimum of years of experience and a passion for working in a team environment.

What impact you can create at Chanel :

Implement new functionality and direct support for existing functionality within the Supply Chain system landscape including : Manhattan WMS + Dynamix AX / SAP

Structure and manage service level agreements (SLAs) for business support, ensuring clear expectations and performance standards

Participate in senior level meetings (i.e. Leadership Team, Governance and Strategy) for Fashion and Watch es & Fine Jewelry divisions

Work with business partners to assess software solutions for key initiatives

Manage cross-functional teams ('IT' resources internal & external and end-users) associated with projects for any of the above systems

Create project plans for all work tasks associated the implementation of new functionality

Identify implementation risks and strategies to mitigate them

Manage the creation and execution of test plans

Manage the creation and execution of training plans as necessary

Communicate project status to business and IT stakeholders

Partner with other IT leaders on strategic initiatives in the area of Sales Omni-channel strategy

You are energized by :

Working in a highly collaborative environment

Navigating complexity and supporting consistent transformation and change

Collaborating with passionate teammates

Excellent project management and communication skills

People leadership, coaching and development

Connecting the dots on problems, bring a key eye for details and expert problem perception

What you will bring to the team :

Expertise in Manhattan WMS Required

Knowledge of Sales Order process, Replenishment process, Order Management System (OMS) and business processes and related systems

ERP system support experience, SAP and / or Dynamix AX knowledge preferred

Strong focus on people management, with excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills

Demonstrated expertise in project management, including a solid understanding of Agile methodologies

Proven track record in delivering large-scale complex technology projects which meet the needs of users while driving business objectives

Strong relationship building, navigating matrixed global organization & diverse work environment with diplomacy, respect and curiosity

Manage the project budget, resources, and timelines while delivering quality product that align with Chanel brand's values and client / advisor expectations

Curious, analytical, and problem-solving mindset

Capable of managing team workloads, assigning tasks and overseeing risk management and quality assurance

Able to deliver expected outputs on time and within budgeted hours

Experiences in managing user populations of 10-30 users, ensuring their needs are met

Skilled at determining architectural implications and identifying optimal solutions for complex business problems

Position Logistics :

Role requires a minimum of three (3) days in-person office presence at the Piscataway, New Jersey office and distribution center

Role will be based in Piscataway, New Jersey

Minimum of 10 years' work experience in Supply Chain IT Systems and WMS

WMS Manhattan systems experience required

Some After Hours support required, on call as necessary to support business / supply chain

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Compensation :

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $134,900 - $180,000. Base salary is one component of the total compensation for this position. Other forms of variable pay may be offered for this position. Other components may include bonus potential, benefits, and / or perks.

Benefits and Perks :

Wellbeing resources include dedicated paid time off for wellbeing (2-week August Office Closure) and a Wellbeing fund

Family and care giving benefits (inclusive of parental leave, fertility support, MilkStork, and Care.com Membership)

Generous paid time off policies to include vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer days

401K and other incentives

Robust healthcare offerings; medical, dental, vision, MDLIVE (virtual care), One Medical, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care), Health Savings Account and Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Health Advocate, International Business Travel Accident & Medical, and Commuter Transit & Parking

Additional Information :

Chanel is a private company whose values are grounded in creating the conditions for people to perform at their best and feel fulfilled and confident in their work. We offer a unique work environment where individuals are encouraged to better understand the brand, the business, and motivations, so that together we can unlock the possibilities of growth. This is reflected in :

Diversity and Inclusion :

At Chanel, we are intentional in promoting Diversity & Inclusion. We foster respect, empathy and dignity for all. We believe strongly that the diversity of our people across the full spectrum of human differences is essential to our organisation and the connections we have with each other and our clients.

Chanel Community :

CHANEL Community empowers our employees to channel their passions, talents and sense of purpose to contribute to and learn from our communities. Employees are encouraged to take time off annually to volunteer through CHANEL Community. CHANEL also matches employee donations to select charitable organizations.

Sustainability :

CHANEL Mission 1.5 is our climate action plan. It is focused on transforming the business in line with the ambitions of the Paris Agreement on climate change to limit the average global mean temperature increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels. Employees are encouraged to contribute to our US Sustainability efforts at the corporate level and within the divisions, through organized taskforces and initiatives.

Arts and Culture :

We are committed to extending our legacy of cultural engagement. Global support includes the CHANEL Culture Fund, which supports a select group of leading art culture institutions across the globe