July 1, 2026

Manager, Sales Planning-West

Senior • Hybrid

135,000 - 155,004 USD/yr

Walnut Creek, CA

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.

Key Responsibilities

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 with cross-functional partners.
  • Challenge assumptions and improve analytical rigor through data-driven insights and scenario modeling.

Team Development

  • Build team capabilities in forecasting, analytics, and communication.
  • Create a collaborative and performance-driven environment focused on continuous improvement.

Forecasting & Demand Planning

  • Own divisional monthly sales forecast accuracy and integration into demand planning.
  • Manage cross-functional forecasting reviews and updates.
  • Partner with Finance to align forecasts with financial and strategic objectives.

Trade & Promotional Effectiveness

  • Oversee post-event analysis and ROI evaluation for trade and promotional spend.
  • Identify opportunities to improve investment efficiency and recommend reallocation strategies.
  • Support Trade Finance teams with promotional planning integration and tool alignment.

Customer Inventory & Supply Optimization

  • Monitor customer-level inventory performance to prevent out-of-stocks or overstocks.
  • Develop and maintain real-time dashboards and visibility tools.
  • Partner with Supply Chain to support inventory health and service level goals.
  • Anticipate inventory requirements for new items using sales and promotional analysis.

Process & Infrastructure Enhancement

  • Design scalable processes, tools, and templates for sales planning and forecasting.
  • Partner with IT and Data teams to enhance TPM, ERP, and BI capabilities.
  • Standardize reporting and establish KPIs to improve planning effectiveness.

Executive Communication & Strategic Partnership

  • Serve as a liaison between Sales and cross-functional leadership.
  • Provide leadership with data-driven insights into sales execution and forecast risk.
  • Participate in executive-level presentations and strategic business reviews.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required; MBA or related advanced degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in Sales Planning, Demand Planning, or Commercial Analytics.
  • Experience within CPG or Food & Beverage preferred.
  • Experience managing annual planning and forecasting cycles.
  • Collaboration experience across Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, and IT.
  • Proficiency with Exceedra, Confido, or similar trade promotion management systems.
  • Intermediate Excel or BI tools proficiency; SAP Business One knowledge is a plus.

Location and Travel

The role is based onsite in Walnut Creek, CA with a hybrid structure of 4 office days weekly and flexible Fridays.

Compensation

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
  • Parental leave and family-friendly benefits

Work Environment

  • Fast-paced and collaborative culture
  • Focus 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.

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Responsibilities: Regional Account Revenue Ownership - Own regional retention and expansion performance through AI-enabled account strategies and disciplined execution. - Develop scalable expansion frameworks leveraging AI-driven segmentation and opportunity scoring. - Establish high-confidence forecasting systems using AI-enhanced analytics and performance dashboards. Account Management Team Leadership - Build and coach high-performing managers through structured development plans and performance analytics. - Drive rigorous performance management using data-backed interventions and AI tools. - Lead structured hiring, succession planning, and workforce planning initiatives. Customer Stewardship and Executive Engagement - Own senior-level customer relationships, leading strategic conversations and negotiations. - Ensure consistent delivery of customer commitments through disciplined account planning and performance tracking. - Design and execute retention programs leveraging predictive analytics and health scoring. Compliance-Embedded Account Execution - Standardize workflows using AI-enabled automation, playbooks, and performance metrics. - Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Finance, Legal, and Sales. - Embed compliance, quality, and contractual guardrails into all account activities. Forecasting, Renewal Discipline, and Predictability - Leverage AI and advanced analytics to inform strategy and enhance decision-making. - Build scalable systems and governance models supporting rapid growth. - Champion continuous improvement through innovation and process refinement. Knowledge and Skills: - Advanced proficiency in CRM platforms, forecasting tools, and AI-driven analytics. - Strong leadership capability in team development and organizational design. - Deep understanding of regulated business environments, risk management, and compliance alignment. - Exceptional communication and strategic thinking skills. Experience and Qualifications: - 10 to 15 years of experience leading account management, customer success, or post-sale commercial organizations, with at least 1 to 2 years leading leaders. - Demonstrated success improving retention and expansion in regulated or complex environments. - Experience in healthcare, life sciences, or similarly governed industries preferred. - Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience considered. Employee Benefits, Health and Wellness: Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching, wellness perks, IV therapy, and compounded medications. Physical Requirements: Requires frequent communication, prolonged stationary positioning, regular use of hands and computer equipment, and movement throughout the office and corporate campus. Regular standing, walking, reaching, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling may be required.

Technology

PTR Premier Truck Rental

FP&A Manager

Senior

On-site

Fort Worth, TX

🏢 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.

Technology

Divergent 3D

Business Operations Manager

Senior

On-site

Irvine, CA

154,296 - 212,160 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Business Operations Manager role focused on leading and improving the SIOP process, cross-functional operational planning, and data-driven decision-making in a high-growth advanced manufacturing environment. The position partners across engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and data teams to optimize planning systems, analytics, governance, and operational performance. This onsite role in Torrance, CA emphasizes operational excellence, process improvement, and scalable business operations. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field, 5–8+ years of experience in business operations, S&OP/SIOP, program management, supply chain, production planning, or engineering operations, Experience in advanced manufacturing, electronics, aerospace, medical devices, or related technology-intensive sectors, Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to US export controls, Experience leading cross-functional projects involving data and business processes, Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and planning or analytics tools, Strong understanding of forecasting, capacity planning, inventory optimization, lead time management, and product lifecycle management, Excellent communication and cross-functional facilitation skills 📃 Skills: SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, o9, PowerBI, ERP, MRP, SIOP, S&OP, Analytics, Forecasting, Planning, Inventory, SupplyChain, KPIs, Automation 🏢 Description: Purpose The Business Operations Manager is a cross-functional leader responsible for enabling high-quality, data-driven decision-making, operational alignment, and communication across the organization. This role establishes and facilitates the business processes, operation rhythms, and governance that enable Engineering, Programs, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance and other functional teams to make informed decisions, manage risk, and execute against company priorities. This role will own and facilitate the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process, using it as the cross-functional forum to align demand, supply, capacity, inventory, and financial objectives. As the organization matures, the role will expand beyond SIOP to strengthen broader business operating mechanisms, improve cross-functional communication, enhance organizational visibility, and build scalable decision-making processes. Success in this role requires navigating ambiguity, translating complex data into actionable insights, aligning stakeholders with competing priorities, and continually improving the systems, analytics, and governance that support operational excellence in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. The Role • Lead and continually improve the company's monthly SIOP process, ensuring timely inputs, scenario analysis, and clear decisions at each step. • Facilitate structured business reviews that align Sales, Programs, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance and other functional teams around priorities, risks, dependencies, and execution plans. • Develop and maintain trusted reporting dashboards, KPIs, and data governance processes that provide leadership with accurate, actionable insights. • Partner closely with data science and digital teams to improve planning systems, reporting capabilities, automation, and analytics that support scalable business operations. • Identify cross-functional risks, constraints, and opportunities, driving mitigation plans and ensuring decisions are documented, communicated, and executed. • Partner with Finance and functional leaders to ensure operational plans support strategic and financial objectives. • Lead continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating existing processes, identifying inefficiencies and opportunities, partnering with functional leaders to design improved ways of working, and driving measurable improvements to operational performance. • Lead implementation of process improvements through excellent project management, stakeholder coordination and buy-in, defining business requirements, supporting software system development, driving change management, and ensuring successful adoption of new processes and tools. Basic Qualifications • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field • 5 – 8+ years of progressive experience in business operations, S&OP/SIOP, program management, supply chain, production planning, engineering operations, or other cross-functional operational leadership roles within advanced manufacturing, electronics, aerospace, medical devices, or related technology-intensive sectors • Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with a proven ability to influence and drive decisions cross-functionally and at all levels of an organization • Experience leading impactful cross-functional projects involving data and business processes • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced planning or analytics tools (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, o9, Power BI, or similar) • Solid understanding of key supply chain concepts: forecasting, capacity planning, inventory optimization, lead time management, and product lifecycle management Behavioral Competencies • Growth mindset with a track record of building or maturing processes • Comfort operating in fast-changing, ambiguous environments with imperfect data and time-constrained decisions • Systems thinker who can simplify complex data and business planning processes into high-level visuals and discussions for decision-making • Data-driven and highly analytical • Strong collaborator who breaks down functional silos and creates shared ownership of the plan • Bias for action with a focus on execution and measurable results • Highly organized and detail-oriented • Strong influencer and facilitator who can align senior leaders and technical teams around difficult tradeoff decisions Work Environment • This role is based onsite in the Torrance, CA office. Compensation • SIOP Manager (Lead) / S06: $133,580 - $183,680 • SIOP Manager (Principal) / S07: $154,300 - $212,160 What We Offer • Competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary incentive bonus opportunities • Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, year-end shutdown, and paid parental leave • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and PPO options • Company-sponsored life insurance and disability coverage • Learning and development reimbursement opportunities • Collaborative and high-performing work environment Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. Additional Information The company participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

Technology

Rocket EMS

Purchasing Manager

Senior

On-site

Santa Clara, CA

🏢 Summary: Seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations in a manufacturing environment, supporting production schedules, supplier performance, inventory control, and cost optimization. The role involves managing purchasing teams, negotiating supplier agreements, overseeing ERP/MRP-driven material planning, and resolving supply chain issues in a fast-paced contract manufacturing setting. 🗂️ Requirements: 7+ years of purchasing, supply chain, or procurement experience in manufacturing, Experience with ERP/MRP systems, Experience managing supplier performance and production shortages, Experience with cost reduction initiatives and purchasing escalations, Strong understanding of purchasing, procurement, material planning, and inventory control, Ability to analyze MRP demand, supplier quotes, production schedules, and inventory data, Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills, Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel, Ability to communicate effectively in English 📃 Skills: ERP, MRP, Excel, Procurement, Purchasing, Supplychain, Inventory, Sourcing, Negotiation, PCBA, Electronics, Manufacturing 🏢 Description: Position Summary The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading purchasing activities in support of production schedules, customer requirements, inventory goals, supplier performance, and overall business objectives. This role manages the purchasing function to ensure materials, components, equipment, and services are sourced at the best overall value while meeting quality, delivery, and cost expectations. The Purchasing Manager works closely with Program Management, Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, Finance, and suppliers to resolve material shortages, supplier issues, pricing concerns, account discrepancies, and delivery risks. This position requires strong leadership, sound business judgment, supplier management experience, and the ability to make effective decisions in a fast-paced contract manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities - Lead and manage purchasing activities to support production schedules, customer commitments, and inventory requirements. - Oversee buyer performance, workload priorities, supplier follow-up, purchase order execution, and material shortage resolution. - Review and analyze material buy lists, MRP requirements, production schedules, supplier lead times, and inventory levels to ensure purchasing actions align with business needs. - Ensure purchase orders, purchase requisitions, change orders, and requests for quote are processed accurately and in a timely manner. - Manage supplier relationships and serve as an escalation point for delivery issues, pricing concerns, quality issues, nonconforming material, and account discrepancies. - Negotiate pricing, lead times, delivery terms, supplier agreements, and other purchasing conditions to achieve the best overall value. - Coordinate purchasing activities with Program Management, Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, and Finance. - Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, responsiveness, and overall reliability. - Develop and maintain supplier relationships, evaluate supplier competitiveness, and identify new or alternate supply sources when needed. - Support material availability through effective purchasing practices, including just-in-time purchasing, economic order quantity planning, inventory control, and shortage management. - Expedite, reschedule, or escalate materials as needed to meet production and customer requirements. - Ensure material standards are met and that substitutions, variances, or nonconformances are properly reviewed and approved. - Lead cost analysis, volume planning, sourcing reviews, and cost reduction initiatives for assigned commodities, components, equipment, and services. - Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities, alternate sourcing options, and make-versus-buy recommendations. - Maintain and improve purchasing data accuracy, including supplier records, quote tables, part parameters, supplier codes, and purchasing reports. - Review purchasing error reports, supplier performance data, shortage reports, and other key metrics to drive improvement. - Monitor assigned subcontractors and suppliers to ensure performance meets cost, schedule, quality, and scope requirements. - Support Sales, Program Management, and leadership with pricing, sourcing strategy, customer quoting, and contract negotiations as needed. - Develop purchasing procedures, best practices, and process improvements to improve department efficiency and supplier performance. - Provide accurate, prompt, professional, and courteous support to internal and external customers. - Perform other duties as assigned by management. Education and Experience - Minimum of 7 years of purchasing, supply chain, or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. - Minimum of 2 years of purchasing leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience preferred. - Experience in contract manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, PCBA, or a similar production environment strongly preferred. - Experience purchasing electronic components, mechanical parts, assemblies, equipment, services, or production-related materials preferred. - Previous experience working with ERP/MRP systems required. - Experience managing supplier performance, production shortages, cost reduction efforts, and purchasing escalations required. Required Skills and Qualifications - Strong understanding of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, material planning, and inventory control processes. - Working knowledge of contract manufacturing and electronics/PCBA manufacturing preferred. - Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide, support, and hold purchasing team members accountable. - Ability to read and interpret MRP demand, material reports, purchase history, supplier quotes, production schedules, and inventory data. - Strong negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Ability to manage supplier relationships and resolve complex purchasing or delivery issues. - Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with limited direction. - Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. - Excellent communication skills with suppliers, internal departments, customers, and management. - Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and sense of urgency. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills required. - Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Preferred Qualifications - Experience sourcing electronic components in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. - Experience supporting aerospace, medical, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries. - Familiarity with supplier scorecards, supplier corrective actions, cost reduction tracking, and commodity management. - Experience with component shortages, lifecycle management, obsolete parts, alternate sourcing, and long-lead-time material planning. - Experience developing purchasing metrics, reports, processes, and department improvement plans. Work Environment This role operates in both an office and manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with suppliers, internal departments, production teams, and management. The Purchasing Manager must be comfortable managing changing priorities, urgent material needs, supplier escalations, production deadlines, and customer-driven requirements. Pay Range $120,000—$135,000 USD