Trade Sales Planning Analyst - #1397243

The Trade Sales Planning Analyst will be responsible for working with Red Bull sales partners in providing a trade sales demand forecast monthly, by month and full year. The right candidate for this role will support the sales teams with relevant insights, analysis, and projections to improve forecast accuracy by SKU.

To succeed in this role, you should embody the Red Bull values, be highly analytical, and possess excellent communication skills. Field experience working with customer teams and/or a DSD distribution network are preferred, but not required.

All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

SUPPORT

Collaborate and support Sales team with actionable data to improve sales forecast accuracy. Provide leading edge forecasting solutions, utilizing and understanding Circana and Nielsen syndicated data, customer offtake data, and Trade Sales data Deliver Promotion evaluation (volume uplift / cannibalization) and guidelines to support sales teams forecast Advise and support Sales Teams with volume recommendations Follow up with teams to adjust volumes in CPM after monthly volume calls, including utilization of SKU Level Planning Tool Familiarize and utilize Red Bull's internal tools and processes to aid in resolving issues and answering questions quick and efficiently Establish and promote best practices across all supported accounts

ANALYSIS

Deliver ad hoc analysis against tight deadlines to support the S&OP monthly process Create, develop, and deliver monthly forecasting reviews with sales teams Diligently review and maintain oversight over the Monthly Volume Call File for the respective channel responsibilities Utilize Forecast Accuracy Dashboard to monitor and improve upon forecast accuracy in alignment with company accuracy targets

RESULTS

Responsible for updated and timely Sales team data Input into the Monthly Volume Call File Responsible for SKU forecasting accuracy of supported accounts

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• 3+ years of experience working for CPG companies managing forecasting for key accounts. Experience in forecasting beverage businesses highly desired
• Strong business acumen in trade promotional planning, sales forecasting concepts baseline, lift, cannibalization, new product Introductions, limited time offers, promotional pre-dip and post-dip, business seasonality, organic growth.
• Self-motivated and resourceful, able to creatively problem solve as issues and questions arise
• Communicate effectively with parties both internal and external and across many levels of the organization
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite (including power point and excel) and advanced data analysis
  
  

Compensation: $64,000 - $102,000

Actual compensation offers may vary based on certain factors, including but not limited to experience.

Our current Benefits include:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, 401k Match, Family Leave, PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule, Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement

(Benefits listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment and/or work location)

Red Bull North America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law.

Red Bull North America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.