Sales Planning Assistant Manager

About the position

This role supports the sales function in Own Brands with analysis to engage, communicate and drive key initiatives with the Divisions nationally. The position will be based in Boise, Idaho, OR, Pleasanton CA. This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving. Join Albertsons Companies for an exciting opportunity where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand. We are looking for someone who wants to make an impact, lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide analysis and insights for division performance reviews highlighting opportunities on key performance metrics and collaborating with Divisions on how to drive Own Brands business in support of their broader performance objectives.
• Support the execution of Own Brands promotions and marketing events, including creation of annual promotional calendars, developing promotional forecasts, collecting commitments, managing promotional activity and measuring results.
• Lead the collaboration and synchronization with cross-functional members in Category Management, Finance, Sourcing, Operations, and Divisions to develop, clearly communicate and execute annual holiday merchandising programs.
• Develop and evolve best-in class reporting tools to support initiatives, management of key projects and performance across Divisions with an optimized and action-based outcome.
• Support Own Brands Sales management in the creation of PowerPoint presentations to communicate programs and make action-based recommendations.
• Responsible for training Own Brands Sales Managers in the divisions in how to effectively navigate the portfolio of systems and tools and apply the learning to develop and measure results for impactful division specific growth objectives.
• Provide ad-hoc data analysis to support Managers and Directors in Sales Planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Business Marketing, Economics, or Finance.
• 4 plus years’ experience in retail merchandising, category management, program/project management, business planning, consumer insights, brand management and/or strategy in a CPG or retail company.
• Experience and knowledge with syndicated data (Circana, Nielsen, Spins).
• Analytical skills: strong category management analytics and PC skills in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint).
• Demonstrated ability to set clear criteria and successfully influence cross-functional team members and external stakeholders to ensure on time delivery of project requirements.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking.
• Strong understanding and application of innovation thinking and the 4Ps of marketing.
• Self-starter who demonstrates high capacity, strong work ethic and productivity.
• Ability to multi-task, pivot direction as needed and manage many complex projects and priorities.
• Expert organization, prioritization, and project management skills, with the ability to develop detailed timelines and ensure all milestones are delivered by due dates.
• Ability to track issues across multiple locations / departments / divisions.
• Strong written and oral presentations skills.
• Ability to structure and deliver persuasive recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders to manage the business.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve