Created 36 years ago, the PCA Group of Companies (PCA) is a privately-owned, global beauty holding company. Currently being led by the founders and the next generation of the family, the Group spans ~1500 employees in 5 geographic locations around the world, focused on omnichannel distribution and fulfillment for the beauty category. Multiple subsidiaries with a distinct leadership, business direction, and separate financial structure.

Overview:

The PCA Group of Companies is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Business Planning Analyst to join our BEAUTYSPACE team in Manhattan. This role plays a key part in supporting commercial planning initiatives and driving performance across sales, inventory, and financial targets. The Business Planning Analyst will contribute to strategic decision-making by delivering insightful weekly trade analyses, assisting in sales and inventory forecasting, monitoring key inventory flows, and managing chargebacks and other operational cost processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings a collaborative, analytical approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

Inventory & Stock Management

• Generate and distribute accurate weekly inventory reports to support planning and decision-making

• Analyze inventory performance to identify opportunities and flag risks in alignment with KPIs and sales trends

• Coordinate the issuance and tracking of Return to Vendor (RTV) transactions, working cross-functionally with Operations, Warehouse, and Finance to ensure timely processing and reconciliation

• Monitor vendor compliance with shipping standards, documenting and reporting on out-of-stocks, late shipments, shortages, and order cancellations

Sales & Trading Support

• Assist in forecasting gross sales, receipts, and inventory at the customer, channel, and brand levels

• Support the management and execution of the Open-to-Buy (OTB) process to ensure inventory aligns with business goals

Cost & Chargeback Management

• Collaborate with the Finance team to reconcile retailer and brand operational charges

• Manage monthly chargeback processes related to customer returns, damages, and promotional testers

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field

• Proficient in advanced Excel functions, with hands-on experience in data manipulation and reporting template creation

• Prior experience in retail planning, buying, inventory, or merchandising

• Understanding of multi-brand and multi-channel business environments

• Strong analytical skills with a sharp attention to detail and accuracy

• Entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and proactive in identifying opportunities and solving problems

• Adaptable and solutions-oriented, with a drive to improve processes and workflows

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization

• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines

What we offer:

• Phenomenal discounts on products within the beauty industry and beyond

• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with supplemental benefits available after 60 days

• 401 (k) available after 1 year of service with up to a 4% match

• 12 days PTO and Paid Holidays

• Salary commensurate with experience: $70,000 - $75,000 per year

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The PCA Group of Companies recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.