FP&A Manager

🏢 Summary: Full-time Financial Planning & Analysis Manager role responsible for enterprise-wide budgeting, forecasting, pricing analytics, and strategic financial modeling. The position partners with executive and commercial leaders to drive profitability, revenue growth, and capital efficiency through data-driven insights. Based onsite in Fort Worth, TX (remote considered in select cases), it plays a key role in performance management and pricing strategy. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or related field, 5–8+ years in FP&A, Corporate Finance, Commercial Finance or Pricing Analytics, Advanced financial modeling, forecasting and budgeting experience, Experience with pricing, profitability and revenue analysis, Proficiency in Excel and BI tools (Power BI, Sigma, Tableau or similar), Experience with ERP systems and financial planning tools, Ability to analyze large datasets and deliver actionable insights, Strong knowledge of KPI development and financial performance management, Experience supporting executive and cross-functional stakeholders 📃 Skills: Excel, PowerBI, Sigma, Tableau, ERP, Forecasting, Budgeting, FinancialModeling, PricingAnalytics, KPI, BI, Reporting 🏢 Description: POSITION SUMMARY The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager is responsible for supporting enterprise-wide financial planning, forecasting, management reporting, pricing analytics, and strategic decision support. This role serves as a key business partner to executive leadership, sales, operations, fleet, and commercial teams by delivering actionable insights that drive revenue growth, margin expansion, and capital efficiency. They will combine strong financial planning expertise with advanced analytical capabilities, particularly in pricing, profitability, and business performance management. This position plays a critical role in developing financial forecasts, evaluating pricing strategies, supporting S&OP processes, and improving decision-making across the organization. LOCATION Onsite in Fort Worth, TX Candidates located in or willing to relocate to the Fort Worth, TX market are prioritized. Exceptional remote candidates whose experience strongly aligns with the role's requirements may be considered on a case-by-case basis. COMPENSATION This position offers a competitive compensation package benchmarked to regional market standards. It consists of a base salary plus the opportunity for quarterly profit sharing after one year of employment. JOB STATUS Full-Time RESPONSIBILITIES FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS - Support the annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and long-range planning processes across the organization. - Develop and maintain financial models that support strategic planning, scenario analysis, and operational decision-making. - Prepare monthly management reporting packages, including executive KPI dashboards, board materials, variance analysis, and forecast-to-actual reporting. - Analyze revenue, margins, operating expenses, EBITDA, and capital expenditures to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. - Partner with business leaders to evaluate financial performance and recommend actions that improve profitability and operational efficiency. - Support strategic initiatives, acquisitions, investments, and capital allocation decisions through financial modeling and business case analysis. - Drive continuous improvement of forecasting, planning, and reporting processes, including support for BI modernization and reporting automation efforts. PRICING & COMMERCIAL ANALYTICS - Lead pricing and profitability analysis across customers, products, locations, and market segments. - Evaluate pricing strategies, discount structures, and revenue optimization opportunities to maximize growth and margin performance. - Analyze key commercial metrics, including price realization, utilization, customer profitability, yield, competitive pricing trends, and adherence to pricing guidelines. - Develop pricing dashboards, scorecards, and executive reporting that provide actionable business insights. - Conduct pricing studies, sensitivity analyses, and scenario modeling to support commercial decision-making and strategic initiatives. BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP - Serve as a trusted finance partner to leaders across Sales, Operations, Fleet, and Corporate Functions. - Translate complex financial and operational data into clear, actionable recommendations for business stakeholders. - Facilitate monthly business reviews, forecast discussions, and performance management conversations. - Drive accountability around financial targets, operational metrics, and key business objectives. REQUIREMENTS MUST HAVE - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field. - 5–8+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance, Commercial Finance, Pricing Analytics, or a related discipline. - Demonstrated experience supporting executive leadership and cross-functional business partners. - Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis experience. - Experience analyzing pricing, profitability, revenue performance, or other commercial business drivers. - Strong proficiency with Excel and business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Sigma, Tableau, or similar platforms. - Experience working with ERP systems and financial planning tools. - Ability to analyze large datasets and translate findings into actionable business recommendations. - Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies, profitability analysis, KPI development, and financial performance management. - Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization. - Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. - Demonstrated ability to lead change, improve processes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. NICE TO HAVE - MBA, Master's degree, or other advanced business or finance-related degree. - Experience within transportation, fleet management, equipment rental, logistics, industrial services, or other asset-intensive industries. - Experience supporting pricing strategy, revenue management, utilization analysis, or commercial finance functions. Employee Benefits - Competitive compensation with quarterly profit sharing eligibility after one year. - Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision, mental health, virtual healthcare). - 401(k) matching and long-term financial planning support. - Paid time off. - Life, accidental death, and disability coverage. - Ongoing learning and development opportunities. - On-site fitness facility with personal training support. - Additional employee perks and discount programs.

🏢 Summary: Logistics Coordinator role focused on coordinating freight operations, booking and tracking loads, negotiating transport rates, and supporting timely delivery and return logistics. The position requires strong organizational, communication, and routing skills in a fast-paced environment with occasional after-hours support. Competitive compensation, quarterly profit sharing eligibility, and comprehensive benefits are included. 🗂️ Requirements: 1+ years of logistics coordination experience or equivalent college degree, Independent decision-making ability, Ability to conceptualize paired routing to eliminate deadhead, Strong organizational skills, Customer service skills, Ability to multitask and prioritize, Availability for occasional after-hours calls, Strong computer skills, Strong communication skills, Troubleshooting skills, Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, Ability to excel in high-pressure, detail-oriented roles 📃 Skills: Logistics, Fleetwave, Dispatching, Routing, Transportation, SupplyChain, Excel 🏢 Description: Company Overview At Premier Truck Rental (PTR), we provide customized commercial fleet rentals nationwide, helping businesses get the right trucks and equipment to get the job done. Headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, PTR is a family-owned company built on a foundation of integrity, innovation, and exceptional service. We serve a wide range of industries—including construction, utilities, and infrastructure—by delivering high-quality, ready-to-work trucks and trailers tailored to each customer's needs. Our Logistics Coordinator assumes a pivotal position in orchestrating and arranging tasks for our Logistics Department, nurturing reliable connections with essential transport carriers, and ensuring the prompt scheduling and booking of loads at optimal rates. Compensation This position offers a competitive compensation package, benchmarked to regional market standards. It consists of a base salary plus the opportunity for quarterly profit sharing after one year of employment. Hours of Operation Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM + On Call Hours Responsibilities - Book, track, and close loads to ensure timely delivery. - Negotiate load pricing and work to reduce our overall cost per mile. - Confirm carrier capabilities before confirming loads, including trailer length and weight capacity, height restrictions, etc. - Help reduce days to return, which will entail phone calls, text messages, and email communication with brokers, drivers, and end-users receiving the freight. - Work closely with sales and our logistics department to allocate resources appropriately for delivery and return freight. - Ensure quick responses and excellent customer service. - Communicate to the sales team via email about any delivery or pick-up delays. - Generate transport orders in PTR's transportation booking system (Fleetwave). - Assist AP with reconciling weekly transportation purchase orders. - Provide occasional after-hours support due to breakdowns or issues at pickup or delivery. Requirements Must Have - 1+ years of experience in logistics coordination, or an equivalent college degree. - Independent decision making. - Ability to conceptualize paired routing to eliminate deadhead. - Excellent organizational skills and a passion for customer service. - Ability to multitask and prioritize. - Comfortable taking calls after normal work hours occasionally. - Excellent computer skills and communication skills. - Troubleshooting skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. - Ability to excel in high-pressure, detail-oriented roles. Nice to Have - Experience dispatching company drivers. - Experience working in a logistics or supply chain-related role. Employee Benefits At Premier Truck Rental (PTR), we invest in our people by offering competitive benefits, wellness programs, and growth opportunities designed to support you both professionally and personally. Wellness & Fitness - On-site CrossFit-style gym with a full-time personal trainer. - Group classes, virtual personal training, personalized workout plans, and nutrition coaching. Exclusive Employee Perks - PTR Swag & Uniform/Boot Allowance. - On-site micro-markets stocked with snacks and essentials. - Discounts on phone plans, supplier vehicles, mobile detailing, tools, and equipment. - Additional partner and vendor discounts. Performance Incentives Certain roles offer commission structures, bonuses, or profit-sharing opportunities based on performance. Comprehensive Benefits — Starting Day One - Premium healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision, mental health & virtual healthcare). - 401(k) matching and long-term financial planning support. - Paid time off. - Life, accidental death, and disability coverage. - Ongoing learning and development opportunities. Training, Growth & Recognition - Use of the Predictive Index behavioral assessment tool for hiring, development, and engagement. Culture & Connection - PTR Field Days & Team Events. - The Extra Mile Recognition Program. - PTR Text Alerts & Open Communication. Employment Classification Premier Truck Rental hires full-time, part-time, contractor, and intern positions depending on business needs. Benefits eligibility varies by employment classification. Equal Opportunity Employer Premier Truck Rental is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.

🏢 Summary: Senior Manager of Business Optimization role focused on enterprise cost optimization, vendor negotiations, and expense reduction consulting for large North American clients. The position involves analyzing client infrastructure, contracts, and pricing to develop savings strategies while collaborating with CFOs and CIOs. This is a fully onsite consulting role based in Santa Ana with opportunities to lead projects, support sales initiatives, and drive operational efficiencies. 🗂️ Requirements: BA/BS degree, 7+ years of consulting or price negotiation experience, Experience in cost optimization, Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Advanced Excel data analysis skills, Knowledge of IT consulting and services pricing models, Ability to manage vendor contract negotiations, Strong analytical and documentation skills, Experience managing project timelines and milestones, Excellent written and communication skills 📃 Skills: Excel, Microsoft, BPO, IT, Pricing, Negotiation, Analytics, Consulting, Forecasting, Licensing 🏢 Description: Work Location: This position is fully onsite at the Santa Ana office, supporting real-time collaboration and teamwork. Who You Are: A Senior Manager of Business Optimization is responsible for developing and negotiating innovative expense reduction solutions for large enterprise clients. The role involves consulting directly with CFOs and CIOs and managing expense reduction projects from assessment of product usage, pricing, vendor contracts, and agreements through strategy development and vendor negotiations. Candidates should have: - Experience in consulting and cost optimization - Knowledge of pricing or implementation roles in relevant consulting areas - Ability to identify savings opportunities based on infrastructure, vendor contracts, and pricing schedules - Ability to develop comprehensive solutions that drive cost savings Areas of Expertise: IT Consulting - Advises clients on technology strategy, system implementations, and digital transformation initiatives IT Workforce Planning - Aligns technical talent with project demand, optimizing staffing models across onshore, offshore, and contingent resources Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) - Designs and manages outsourced operations to improve efficiency, service levels, and cost performance Knowledge Areas: - Outcome-Based Pricing - Cost-Per-Deliverable Pricing - Managed Service Pricing related to IT consulting and services What You Will Do: - Collect, analyze, and present data to support client expense reduction decisions - Review organizational processes and systems to identify savings opportunities - Negotiate or advise on vendor pricing, contracts, and licensing agreements - Monitor and present industry trends, vendor contract terms, and pricing changes - Manage project timelines, milestones, and action items - Develop and follow company and practice group procedures - Resolve complex and sensitive client issues through creative problem-solving - Maintain productive relationships with clients, colleagues, and vendor executives - Present savings opportunities and new project opportunities to clients - Support sales initiatives through value proposition development, strategic sales calls, and sales training - Prepare analyses and documentation regarding savings opportunities - Perform additional duties as assigned What You Need: - BA/BS degree required - Minimum 7+ years of relevant consulting and/or price negotiation experience - Demonstrated cost optimization experience - Proficiency with Microsoft Office products - Expert data analysis ability in MS Excel - Prior consulting experience preferred - Excellent communication and writing skills with attention to detail - Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams - Strong organization and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment - Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities - Ability to deliver work with urgency and timeliness Why Join Us: Comprehensive Benefits: - Full medical, dental, and vision coverage - Optional pet insurance - Gym membership reimbursement through healthcare provider - $200/month waived medical benefit for employees who opt out of health plans - Cell phone stipend for applicable roles Financial Wellness: - 401(k) plan with company match Time Off: - Paid holidays - Vacation - Sick leave - Bereavement leave - Jury duty leave Additional Benefits: - Collaborative and high-performing team environment - Opportunities for internal promotion and career growth - Annual summer retreat, holiday parties, happy hours, and themed celebrations - Employee-led committees supporting wellness, social responsibility, youth initiatives, and women's empowerment Compensation: The total compensation for this position ranges from $94,700.00 to $155,000.00 depending on skills, experience, education, qualifications, and applicable employment laws.

🏢 Summary: Director role focused on leading cost-reduction and vendor management initiatives for clients, managing teams, driving client relationships, and achieving financial and operational goals. The position requires extensive experience in expense management or consulting, strong leadership capabilities, and advanced analytical and communication skills. This is a fully onsite role with comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's Degree, 9-13 years of expense management, vendor management, consulting or related experience, 4+ years of management/supervisory experience, Advanced Microsoft Office skills, Advanced Excel skills, Strong quantitative skills, Strong qualitative skills, Ability to lead complex projects on time, Experience building client and team relationships, Demonstrated leadership skills, Proven ability to deliver results 📃 Skills: Excel, Microsoft, Office, VendorManagement, Consulting, Procurement, Dashboarding, P&L 🏢 Description: Work Location: At Profit Recovery Partners (PRP), this position is fully onsite at the Santa Ana office, supporting real-time teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving. Who You Are: As a Director, you will lead cost reduction initiatives for clients by leveraging critical thinking, negotiation, and leadership skills. The role involves managing teams, overseeing practice group strategy, evaluating client situations, partnering with expense area experts, and ensuring successful execution of financial and operational goals. What You'll Do: - Responsible for meeting or exceeding department and personal performance to key performance indicator goals - Sell new projects and renewal contracts to existing clients with a high level of urgency - Build meaningful relationships with C Suite executives - Identify and deliver new value to existing clients - Maximize client savings achieved and value to retain targeted accounts after initial engagement - Maintain C-level engagement by meeting regularly to confirm savings achieved, obtain approval to implement additional savings and build trusted relationships - Identify, track, manage, and quickly resolve project issues - Establish, maintain, and track performance through dashboards that reflect contributions from all team players - Lead 2-4 direct reports - Evaluate and mentor staff, fostering personal and professional growth - Establish collaborative relationships with partners in other operational groups - Garner internal resources across departments to keep projects moving forward - Identify and lead company and department improvement initiatives through implementation - Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to execute client initiatives - Partner with clients to ensure compliance to service agreement - Other duties as assigned What You Need: - Bachelor's Degree required - Minimum 9-13 years of expense management, vendor management, consulting or related experience - 4+ years of management/supervisory experience - Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills - Excellent quantitative and qualitative skills - Advanced Microsoft Office and Excel skills - Ability to lead others to complete complex projects on time - Experience building relationships and alignment amongst team members and clients - Demonstrated leadership skills - Proven ability to deliver results Why Join Us: Comprehensive Benefits: - Full medical, dental, and vision coverage - Optional pet insurance - Gym membership discount through healthcare provider - $200/month waived medical benefit for employees who opt out of health plans - Cell phone stipend for applicable roles Financial Wellness: - 401(k) plan with company match Time Off to Recharge: - Generous paid holidays - Vacation - Sick leave - Bereavement leave - Jury duty leave Additional Benefits: - Annual summer retreat, holiday parties, happy hours, and themed celebrations - Opportunities for career growth and internal promotion - Employee-led committees supporting social responsibility, wellness, and inclusion initiatives The salary range for this position is $149,640.00 - $184,400.00. Actual compensation depends on skills, experience, education, qualifications, and applicable employment laws. Equal Opportunity Employer

🏢 Summary: Senior Director role focused on expense reduction consulting, client relationship management, and leading cost optimization initiatives for enterprise clients. The position involves managing teams, driving project execution, achieving financial goals, and collaborating with internal experts to deliver measurable client savings. This is a fully onsite role based in Santa Ana with comprehensive benefits and leadership responsibilities. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's Degree, 11-15 years of expense reduction consulting experience, 4+ years of management or supervisory experience, Ability to lead complex projects, Advanced Microsoft Office skills, Advanced Excel skills, Strong written communication skills, Strong verbal communication skills, Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills, Experience building client and team relationships, Demonstrated leadership skills, Proven ability to deliver results 📃 Skills: Excel, Microsoft, Consulting, Analytics, Negotiation, Dashboards, Leadership, Management, P&L, Communication 🏢 Description: Work Location: At Profit Recovery Partners (PRP), we believe that collaboration and innovation thrive when we're together. This position is fully onsite at our Santa Ana office, allowing for real-time teamwork, immediate problem-solving, and a strong sense of community among our team members. Who You Are: As a Senior Director at PRP, you are a solution minded individual who embraces challenging problems and appreciates doing so in a team environment. From your background in management consulting, you will leverage your critical thinking skills to influence, negotiate, implement and manage cost reduction solutions for our clients. As Senior Director, you will provide leadership and guidance for your team as well as evaluate client situations and partner with the expense area experts to analyze and negotiate pricing for PRP clients. The Senior Director is responsible to successful execution of Practice Group strategy, meeting of financial goals (P&L Management), and team development. What You'll Do: - Responsible for meeting or exceeding department and personal performance to key performance indicator goals - Sell new projects and renewal contracts to existing clients with a high level of urgency - Build meaningful relationships with C Suite executives - Identify and deliver new value to existing clients - Maximize client savings achieved and value to retain targeted accounts after initial engagement - Maintain C-level engagement by meeting regularly, in person, to confirm savings achieved, obtain approval to implement additional savings and build trusted relationships - Identify, track, manage, and quickly resolve project issues - Establish, maintain, and track performance through dashboards that reflect contributions from all team players - Leadership responsibility of 2-4 direct reports - Evaluate and mentor staff, fostering personal as well as professional growth - Establish productive collaborative relationships with partners in other operational groups within the company - Garner internal resources from all departments to keep projects moving forward when faced with adversity - Identify and lead company and department improvement initiatives through to implementation - Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to adopt best practices and execute client initiatives - Partner with clients to ensure compliance to service agreement What You Need: - Bachelor's Degree required with a minimum of 11-15 years of expense reduction consulting experience - 4+ years of management/supervisory experience - Print industry experience a strong plus - Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills - Excellent quantitative and qualitative skills - Advanced Microsoft Office and Excel skills - Ability to lead others to complete complex projects on time - Experience in building relationships and alignment amongst team members and clients with demonstrated leadership skills - Proven ability to deliver results Why Join Us: Comprehensive Benefits: - Full medical, dental, and vision coverage - Optional pet insurance - Access to a gym membership discount - $200/month waived medical benefit for employees who opt out of health plans - Cell phone stipend for applicable roles Financial Wellness: - 401(k) plan with company match Time Off to Recharge: - Generous paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, bereavement, and jury duty leave Strong Foundation: - Over 28 years of consistent growth and success Fun & Connection: - Annual summer retreat, holiday parties, happy hours, and themed celebrations throughout the year Career Growth: - Collaborative, high-performing team with recognition and opportunities for internal promotion Our Culture: - Fast-paced, team-driven, and committed to excellence Giving Back & Getting Involved: - Corporate Social Responsibility - Youth Rising Group - Women's Empowerment Group - Wellness Committee These groups offer meaningful opportunities to give back, connect with colleagues, and help shape a more inclusive and supportive workplace. The salary range for this position is: $139,470-$210,000. Actual compensation within the range will depend on the individual's skills, experience, education, qualifications, and applicable employment laws. Equal Opportunity Employer

🏢 Summary: Manager, Sales Planning – West role focused on driving sales forecasting, demand planning, trade investment optimization, and inventory alignment for the Western Grocery region. The position partners cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, Brand, and IT to improve commercial planning effectiveness and operational efficiency in a high-growth CPG environment. Hybrid onsite role in Walnut Creek, CA with leadership responsibilities in analytics, forecasting, and process improvement. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's Degree, 5+ years experience in Sales Planning, Demand Planning, or Commercial Analytics, Experience in CPG or Food & Beverage industry, Experience managing annual planning and forecasting cycles, Collaboration experience across Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, and IT, Proficiency with trade promotion management systems, Intermediate Excel or BI tools skills, Ability to work onsite in Walnut Creek, CA with hybrid schedule 📃 Skills: Excel, SAP, Exceedra, Confido, ERP, TPM, BI, Forecasting, Analytics, Planning, KPI, Dashboarding 🏢 Description: BUILT ON FLAVOR. FUELED BY PEOPLE. What's it like to work here? There's a lot of snacking and geeking out over what everyone cooked over the weekend, along with plenty of hard work. With over 100 products sold nationwide, the company is a top-five brand in multiple flavor categories at Costco, Walmart, Whole Foods, and more. About the Role: The Manager, Sales Planning – West serves as a key commercial leader responsible for driving the integration of sales, demand, and inventory planning across the organization, focusing on the Western Region of Grocery. This role partners cross-functionally with Sales, Brand, Finance, and Operations to deliver accurate forecasts, optimize trade investment, and improve customer inventory health. The Manager ensures that commercial plans are data-driven, strategically aligned, and executed to support sustainable growth and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Include: Strategic Sales Planning Leadership - Lead the development of sales and demand plans, aligning volume, revenue, and trade investment targets with company strategy. - Drive the end-to-end planning calendar, ensuring alignment and timely input from cross-functional partners including brand, sales, planning, and finance. - Challenge assumptions and elevate the analytical rigor of commercial plans through data-driven insights and scenario modeling. Team Development - Build team capabilities in forecasting, analytics, and cross-functional communication. - Create a collaborative and performance-driven environment that emphasizes continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving. Forecasting & Demand Planning - Own divisional monthly sales forecast accuracy and integration into the Demand Planning process. - Manage cross-functional forecasting reviews, ensuring timely updates reflecting current market dynamics, customer performance, and promotional shifts. - Partner with Finance to ensure forecast alignment with financial targets and strategic objectives for revenues, trade spend, and total promotional spend. Trade & Promotional Effectiveness - Oversee post-event analysis and ROI evaluation for trade and promotional spend. - Identify opportunities to improve trade and total investment spend efficiency and recommend reallocation strategies. - Support Trade Finance teams with integration of sales plans, trade planners, and trade promotional tools during annual promotional planning. Customer Inventory & Supply Optimization - Monitor customer-level inventory performance, driving proactive actions to prevent out-of-stocks or overstocks. - Develop and maintain real-time dashboards and visibility tools for internal and external stakeholders. - Partner with Supply Chain to ensure sales and operations alignment, supporting service level and inventory health goals. - Anticipate inventory requirements for new items based on historical sales performance, promotion analysis, and customer loading needs. Process & Infrastructure Enhancement - Design and implement scalable processes, tools, and templates for sales planning, forecasting, and performance tracking. - Partner with IT and Data teams to enhance system capabilities such as TPM, ERP, and BI tools. - Standardize reporting and establish KPIs to improve commercial planning effectiveness. Executive Communication & Strategic Partnership - Serve as a liaison between Sales and cross-functional leadership, ensuring commercial plans are cohesive and actionable. - Provide leadership with data-driven insights into sales execution, trade effectiveness, and forecast risk. - Partner in executive-level presentations and represent the Sales Planning function in strategic business reviews. What You Bring To The Table: Education & Experience - Bachelor's Degree required; MBA or related advanced degree preferred. - 5+ years of progressive experience in Sales Planning, Demand Planning, or Commercial Analytics, preferably within CPG or Food & Beverage. - Experience with major grocery retailers is a plus. - Proven experience managing complex annual planning and forecasting cycles. - Strong business acumen with experience collaborating across Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, and IT. - Proficiency with trade promotion management systems (Exceedra, Confido, or similar) and intermediate Excel or BI tools; SAP Business One knowledge is a plus. Leadership Characteristics - Strategic Operator with strong commercial and operational awareness. - Analytical Innovator who uses data and insights to improve business performance. - Collaborative Partner skilled in cross-functional communication. - Change Agent focused on improving systems, processes, and outcomes. Location and Travel: The position is based onsite in Walnut Creek, CA with a hybrid work structure of 4 days in the office weekly and flexible Fridays. Pay Transparency: The expected starting salary range for this role is $135,000-$155,000 per year. Benefits: - Paid time off - 401k - Bonus and incentive eligibility - Equity grants - Competitive health benefits - Family-friendly benefits including parental leave Work Environment: - Fast-paced and collaborative culture - Emphasis on smart risk-taking and continuous improvement - Flexible work arrangements supporting work-life balance Equal Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.

🏢 Summary: Sales Planning Manager role focused on forecasting, demand planning, trade investment optimization, and inventory management for the Eastern grocery region. The position partners cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, Brand, and IT to drive data-driven commercial planning and operational efficiency in a fast-paced CPG environment. Hybrid onsite role in Walnut Creek, CA with leadership responsibilities and strategic planning ownership. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of experience in Sales Planning, Demand Planning, or Commercial Analytics, Experience in CPG or Food & Beverage industry, Experience managing annual planning and forecasting cycles, Cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, and IT, Proficiency with trade promotion management systems, Intermediate Excel or BI tools skills, Ability to manage forecasting and demand planning processes 📃 Skills: Excel, SAP, Exceedra, Confido, BI, ERP, TPM, Forecasting, Analytics, DemandPlanning, SupplyChain 🏢 Description: BUILT ON FLAVOR. FUELED BY PEOPLE. What's it like to work at Kinder's? Well, there's a lot of snacking and geeking out over what we all cooked over the weekend. Beyond that, there's also plenty of hard work. Because we don't just like flavor, we're obsessed with it. With over 100 products sold nationwide, we're now a top-five brand in multiple flavor categories at Costco, Walmart, Whole Foods, and more. We're not your typical CPG company. Privately held and founder-led, we like to think of ourselves as a pirate ship in a sea of cruise ships. Our crew is adventurous and fearless. We chart our own course and chase big ideas to make food unforgettable. As we expand globally and approach $1 billion in revenue, we need more smart-and-scrappy, flavor-obsessed people to come aboard. If you're looking for a place where you can see the real impact of your work, this is it. Every day, you'll be part of a journey to add flavor to millions of meals and lives. About the Role: The Manager, Sales Planning – East serves as a key commercial leader responsible for driving the integration of sales, demand, and inventory planning across the organization, focusing on the Eastern Region of Grocery. This role is part of a high-performing team that partners cross-functionally with Sales, Brand, Finance, and Operations to deliver accurate forecasts, optimize trade investment, and improve customer inventory health. The Manager ensures that commercial plans are data-driven, strategically aligned, and executed to support sustainable growth and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Include: Strategic Sales Planning Leadership - Lead the development of sales and demand plans, aligning volume, revenue, and trade investment targets with company strategy. - Drive the end-to-end planning calendar, ensuring alignment and timely input from cross-functional partners including brand, sales, planning, and finance. - Challenge assumptions and elevate the analytical rigor of commercial plans through data-driven insights and scenario modeling. Team Development - Build team capabilities in forecasting, analytics, and cross-functional communication. - Create a collaborative and performance-driven environment that emphasizes continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving. Forecasting & Demand Planning - Own divisional monthly sales forecast accuracy and integration into the Demand Planning process. - Manage cross-functional forecasting reviews, ensuring timely updates reflecting current market dynamics, customer performance, and promotional shifts. - Partner with Finance to ensure forecast alignment with financial targets and strategic objectives for revenues, trade spend, and total promotional spend. Trade & Promotional Effectiveness - Oversee post-event analysis and ROI evaluation for trade and promotional spend. - Identify opportunities to improve trade and total investment spend efficiency and recommend reallocation strategies. - Support Trade Finance teams with integration of sales plans, trade planners, and trade promotional tools during annual promotional planning. Customer Inventory & Supply Optimization - Monitor customer-level inventory performance, driving proactive actions to prevent out-of-stocks or overstocks. - Develop and maintain real-time dashboards and visibility tools for internal and external stakeholders. - Partner with Supply Chain to ensure sales and operations alignment, supporting service level and inventory health goals. - Anticipate inventory requirements for new items based on historical sales performance, promotion analysis, and customer loading needs. Process & Infrastructure Enhancement - Design and implement scalable processes, tools, and templates for sales planning, forecasting, and performance tracking. - Partner with IT and Data teams to enhance system capabilities such as TPM, ERP, and BI tools. - Standardize reporting and establish KPIs to measure and improve commercial planning effectiveness. Executive Communication & Strategic Partnership - Serve as a liaison between Sales and cross-functional leadership, ensuring commercial plans are cohesive and actionable. - Provide leadership with data-driven insights into sales execution, trade effectiveness, and forecast risk. - Partner in executive-level presentations and represent the Sales Planning function in strategic business reviews. What You Bring To The Table: Education & Experience - Bachelor's Degree required; MBA or related advanced degree preferred. - 5+ years of progressive experience in Sales Planning, Demand Planning, or Commercial Analytics, preferably within CPG or Food & Beverage. - Experience with major grocery retailers is a plus. - Proven experience managing complex annual planning and forecasting cycles. - Strong business acumen with experience collaborating across Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, and IT. - Proficiency with trade promotion management systems such as Exceedra or Confido and intermediate Excel or BI tools skills; SAP Business One knowledge is a plus. Leadership Characteristics - Strategic Operator: Thinks broadly and anticipates the commercial and operational impact of planning decisions. - Analytical Innovator: Uses data and insights to influence strategic direction and improve business performance. - Collaborative Partner: Excels at cross-functional communication and alignment in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. - Change Agent: Continuously improves systems, processes, and behaviors to drive better outcomes. Location and Travel: The position follows a hybrid work structure with 4 days in the office weekly and flexibility on Fridays. Pay Transparency: The expected starting salary range for this role is $135,000-$155,000 per year. SEASONED FOR SUCCESS: - No two days are the same. - Team members are encouraged to make decisions quickly in ambiguous situations. - The company values smart risk-taking, continuous learning, and entrepreneurial thinking. - Employees are expected to work hard to achieve exceptional outcomes. BENEFITS THAT BRING MORE TO THE TABLE: - Paid time off - 401k - Bonus and incentive eligibility - Equity grants - Competitive health benefits - Family-friendly benefits including parental leave OUR RECIPE FOR BALANCE: The company supports collaboration, flexibility, and work-life balance through a hybrid work environment. WHERE EVERY INGREDIENT MATTERS: Equal opportunity employer statement.

🏢 Summary: Manager, Planning role focused on leading supply chain planning, inventory optimization, and SIOP processes for robotics manufacturing operations. The position involves managing planners and analysts, driving supply chain KPIs, and partnering cross-functionally to support global demand and scalable operational growth. This onsite role includes strategic and tactical planning responsibilities in a fast-paced high-tech manufacturing environment. 🗂️ Requirements: 8+ years of supply chain planning experience in high-tech, robotics, or industrial manufacturing, 2–3+ years in a supervisory or management role, BA/BS in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field, Proficiency in IBP/SIOP processes, Experience with MRP/ERP systems, Knowledge of statistical forecasting methods, Advanced data visualization and reporting skills, Ability to work in fast-paced evolving environments, Authorization to work in the United States 📃 Skills: IBP, SIOP, MRP, ERP, Forecasting, Planning, Analytics, Visualization, Inventory, Sourcing, Manufacturing, SupplyChain, APICS, CPIM, CSCP, CPF, ACPF 🏢 Description: About the Role We are looking for a Manager, Planning who is passionate about utilizing robotics to improve our daily lives. Leading a key segment of our Supply Chain team, you will oversee the coordination of team activities including but not limited to the optimization of our material and inventory plans. You will partner closely with Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Inventory Management teams to ensure we have the necessary materials to meet surging global demand for our groundbreaking robots. The ideal candidate is a person with strong analytical skills and the ability to think at both tactical and strategic levels. This leader must be competent at doing individual contributor work as well as leading other individual contributors. As with any technology development company, we need team members who possess the ability to be proactive at anticipating and mitigating supply chain risks. About the Work - Tactical Leadership: Lead the creation, review, and execution of comprehensive supply and inventory replenishment plans for finished goods and raw materials across a 12 to 24 month time horizon. - Team Leadership: Guide and mentor a small team of planners and analysts, ensuring thorough material readiness validation for manufacturing orders and fostering a high-performance culture. - Accountability: Own and report on critical supply chain KPIs, including supply plan forecast accuracy, working capital optimization, customer fill rates, and inbound freight efficiencies. - Inventory & Risk Management: Own and report on inventory health, material gaps, supply chain risks and gaps. Establish inventory strategies using whatever method is appropriate to insulate the business from logistics instability, tariffs, and supplier volatility. - Data & System Governance: Partner with Sourcing to promote supply chain master data integrity particularly for those data elements that are utilized in planning calculations. - SIOP / S&OP Architecture: Serve as a driving force in the preparation and presentation of Sales & Operations, S&OE/SIOP reporting. Facilitate cross-functional alignment between executive stakeholders to synchronize supply with commercial demand. - Lifecycle Management: Partner with Engineering and Sourcing to direct inventory strategies for new product introductions (NPI) and end-of-life (EOL) product phase-outs, minimizing obsolescence exposure. - Process Scaling: Design, formalize, and optimize supply planning workflows and policies to help the company on its journey of maturity into a structured, scalable enterprise. About You - Experience: 8+ years of supply chain planning experience in high-tech, robotics, or industrial manufacturing, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or management role. - Education: BA/BS degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related field required. MBA or Master's in Supply Chain preferred. - Technical Expertise: Deep proficiency in Integrated Business Planning (IBP/SIOP), advanced MRP/ERP systems, and statistical forecasting methods, including their direct financial impacts. - Analytical Power: Advanced data visualization and reporting skills; ability to translate complex supply chain data into high-level strategic insights for executive presentations. - Adaptability: Proven ability to thrive and establish structure in a fast-paced, evolving environment where processes are still being defined. - Certifications: CPF or ACPF certification is highly preferred, or APICS (CPIM/CSCP). - Leadership & Influence: Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and facilitation skills. You excel at driving cross-functional alignment across Sales, Finance, Engineering, and Operations to achieve overarching organizational goals. Location This is an onsite position at our Salem office. Compensation and Benefits - Anticipated Base Salary Range: $112,000—$145,000 USD - 401(k) plan with 6% company match - Company stock options - 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees - Benefits eligible from first day of employment - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Flexible unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays for exempt employees - Vacation days, paid sick leave, and holidays for non-exempt employees - Catered lunches and on-site refreshments - Generous paid parental leave - Flexible work arrangements - Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs - Relocation assistance for eligible roles - Annual discretionary bonus for eligible roles Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.