Cosmetic Distribution: Forecasting, Visibility and Inventory Synchronization
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Cosmetic Distribution: Forecasting, Visibility and Inventory Synchronization

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Cosmetic distribution requires agility, traceability and foresight

Cosmetic distribution requires agility, traceability and foresight

The cosmetic sector is characterized by the speed of launches, the high turnover of references and the volatility of demand. Distribution companies must guarantee product availability in retail, e-commerce and pharmacy channels, avoiding overstocks or expirations.

Stock expiration and obsolescence

  • What does it mean for your company?

    • Products with limited useful life

      Cosmetics and treatments have restricted consumption dates, which increases the risk of losses and returns.

    • Excess stock due to campaigns or promotions

      The accumulation of promotional products generates expiration dates and financial losses.

    • Obsolescence of discontinued products

      Frequent changes in packaging or formulation make existing stocks obsolete.

    How Imperia SCP solves it

    • FEFO System

      The system manages inventory by lot and expiration date, prioritizing FEFO rotation and reducing waste.

    • Adjust coverages

      Automatically adjust coverage levels after each campaign, aligning purchases and distribution with real demand.

    • Optimize the management of discontinued products

      Identify replacement patterns and adjust the replenishment forecast to minimize the accumulation of retired references.

    Stock expiration and obsolescence
  • What does it mean for your company?

    • Variable lead times and high MOQs

      International brands impose purchase minimums and long terms, generating cost overruns and excess inventory.

    • Difficulty coordinating purchases and distribution

      Fluctuating real demand and high MOQs cause excess inventory or shortages, complicating purchasing management.

    • Lack of flexibility in replacement

      Global orders do not adapt to local or channel fluctuations.

    How Imperia SCP solves it

    • Supplier evaluation

      Evaluate criticality by supplier and adjust coverage policies according to times, volumes and expected demand.

    • Align purchasing and logistics

      Integrate forecast, purchases and available stock, synchronizing orders with the real market rotation.

    • Segment references

      ABC-XYZ segmentation allows coverage to be adjusted by category and type of client, balancing availability and profitability.

    Complexity in managing multiple suppliers and categories
  • What does it mean for your company?

    • Constant introduction of new products

      Every quarter new references are launched that alter forecasts and logistics.

    • Early retirement of SKUs with low turnover

      Low-performing references remain in stock without outlet.

    • Lack of coordination between marketing and operations

      Launches are planned without visibility on logistics capacity or existing stock.

    How Imperia SCP solves it

    • Analysis of similar historical events

      Analyze historical sales of similar products and estimate initial demand, adjusting it after the first weeks of sales.

    • SKU Analysis

      Identify SKUs with decreasing demand and initiate their liquidation or reallocation before obsolescence.

    • Connection between marketing, sales and operations

      Connect marketing, sales and operations, ensuring the distribution network is prepared for each launch.

    Inefficient release management and short life cycles
  • What does it mean for your company?

    • Difficulty coordinating retail, e-commerce and pharmacy channels

      Fragmented distribution generates duplication and lack of visibility.

    • High costs due to emergencies or partial deliveries

      Reactive deliveries increase transportation costs and reduce margins.

    • Lack of traceability in orders and batches

      Manual tracking makes it difficult to comply with regulations and respond to incidents.

    How Imperia SCP solves it

    • Centralize multichannel demand

      Centralize multichannel demand and prioritize replenishment according to rotation and margin per channel.

    • Unification of orders

      Consolidate routes and orders, optimizing full loads and reducing urgent deliveries.

    • Batch monitoring

      Control each batch and its entire journey, guaranteeing transparency and regulatory compliance.

    Logistics complexity in multichannel environments
  • Deviations in campaign forecasts
    Deviations in campaign forecasts

    Promotions and launches distort the base forecast.

    Marketing data integration allows you to adjust forecasts and replenishments in advance.

    Lack of control over placements and internal transfers
    Lack of control over placements and internal transfers

    The lack of visibility causes overstock in some areas and breakages in others.

    Predictive replenishment redistributes stock between warehouses based on local demand.

    Low productivity due to manual tasks
    Low productivity due to manual tasks

    Manual inventory and forecast updates slow down planning.

    Planning automation eliminates repetitive tasks and improves operational team efficiency.

Market opportunity

Key indicators that offer a clear vision of the strategic weight that this industry has in the current and future global economy.

Global context

Global context

Data obtained from Statista*

  • 114B Market size 2025
  • 3.96% CAGR 2025-2030
  • 139B TAM 2030

Our solution: Imperia Supply Chain Planning

Connect demand, procurement, and production in one modular cloud platform, designed to adapt to the unique needs of any industry.

Demand

Using historical data and advanced calculation models, our demand planning software accurately forecasts your future sales.

Purchases

Thoroughly analyze your purchasing needs and create a procurement plan tailored to your demand forecast.

Production

With our software, you'll know what and when to produce; make the most of your production lines, avoid bottlenecks, and meet deadlines.

S&OP

Centralize your S&OP cycle: complete control of milestones, task tracking, and team collaboration.

Integration with all ERPs

100% Cloud, ISO 27001 Certification

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Customer reviews

4.7/5

Measurable results

Ecosystem tailored to your needs

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2x Faster

Quick implementation

Build your tool step by step

01. Start with the Core Pack

Start with our demand module, the tool that allows you to calculate how much you will sell.

02. Customize with the plugins you need

Add the features that suit your business. Scale at your own pace and expand when you need to, with our plugins.

03. Calculate your price and start now

Once you've added the features you need, get your price with our calculator. And if you have any questions, we'll sort them out for you.

Sandra Sajardo, Supply Chain Manager at 3INA
"I now have a person dedicated exclusively to planning thanks to the Imperia tool. Our time is better used on more strategic tasks." Sandra Sajardo, Supply Chain Manager at 3INA

What is the implementation process like?

Implementing the software with Imperia is a quick and straightforward process, starting with the integration of the demand module, and can be complemented with 2 new phases. Incorporating the purchasing module and the production module.

A process with full support from our team, with personalised training and consultancy.

  • Systems and data integration, team training, working sessions for adjustments and Go-Live.
  • Data integration and configuration of the purchasing plan and MEIO.
  • Data parameterisation and configuration of the sequencer to optimise production.

Measurable benefits in a few weeks

+9%

Waste reduction

Minimize inventory losses due to damage or expiration.

+33%

Inventory turnover

Increases the rotation of stored products, reducing costs and obsolescence.

+8%

Level of Service (OTIF)

Improve the number of orders delivered in full and within the established period.

Discover how to solve cosmetic industry supply chain challenges

Download for free our analysis of the main challenges that supply chains in the cosmetics industry have to take on. In addition, we also present solutions to achieve greater efficiency.

Discover how to solve cosmetic industry supply chain challenges

Calculate your personalised monthly budget now

Order Summary:

Supply Chain Planning (10 users included)€850,00

Users:

  • Administrators Icon
    Administrators (1)
    01
    €0,00
  • Demand Planner Icon
    Demand Planner (1)
    01
    €0,00
  • Supply Planner Icon
    Supply Planner (0)
    00
    €0,00
  • Production Planner Icon
    Production Planner (0)
    00
    €0,00
  • S&OP Coordinator Icon
    S&OP Coordinator (1)
    01
    €0,00
  • Sales Icon
    Sales (0)
    00
    €0,00

Total Price:

€850,00

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