Sales Planning Analyst

• Supports the rolling 12-18 month sales forecasting and planning process within the sales organization
• Uses trend analysis for key accounts and sales territories, to accurately plan for future seasons
• Pulls data needed for the sales forecast related to specific channels and customers based on historical inputs and inputs from customers
• Works with Sales Planning leadership and Brand Finance partner to ensure Sales Plan and Financial Plan are aligned (pairs, revenue, margin)
• Supports the completion of the Sales Forecast Template
• Responsible for Sales Planning tool set up, inputs and maintenance
• Monitors assigned sales force plans to ensure plans are allocated to all sales channels appropriately
• Update sales forecast based on attainment/accuracy inputs provided by Sales Reps
• Assist with the planning and management of overall inventory levels across the product lifecycle (full-price, phase-out, close-out)
• Supports the monthly sales forecast rollup reporting for key meetings in the integrated business planning process and brand milestone meetings
• Performs duties consistent with the Company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies
• Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or 4 years equivalent work experience
• 0-2+ years professional experience
• Proficient with MS Excel
• Experience with analytics and financial modeling would be beneficial
• Intellectual curiosity and a desire to use data to identify and illustrate product sales and market trends
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internally and externally
• Exercises independent judgment and foundational knowledge to resolve basic business issues

Experience with analytics and financial modeling would be beneficial