Business Planning Analyst

Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ: CROX) is a world leader in innovative casual footwear for men, women and children. The company offers several distinct shoe collections with more than 300 four-season footwear styles. All Crocs shoes feature Croslite material, a proprietary, revolutionary technology that gives each pair of shoes the soft, comfortable, lightweight, non-marking and odor-resistant qualities that Crocs wearers know and love. Crocs fans "Get Crocs Inside" every pair of shoes, from the iconic clog to new sneakers, sandals, boots and heels. Since its inception in 2002, Crocs has sold more than 200 million pairs of shoes in more than 90 countries around the world.

Introduction on the role:

The role will develop in-depth knowledge and reporting of Key account data, market dynamics and demand drivers across ROW (EMEA +LATAM+INDIA) to define cohesive business plans to achieve short and long-term objectives. Additionally, ensuring seamless data alignment among departments is a key responsibility. This individual contributor role is highly analytical and requires collaborating and communicating with diverse team members.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong analytical mindset, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a deep understanding of data management techniques. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to utilize his skills in quantitative analysis, project management, thought leadership and problem-solving to define programmatic solutions to support demand generation and sales process efficiency.

What will you do?

• Analyze and harmonize sales data from various channels (wholesale, retail, e-commerce) to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities.
• Monitor sell-in and sell-out performance across different product categories and sales channels.
• Review and calculate monthly consumption between actual and plan.
• Generate insights to support sales forecasting and Advise changes/opportunities to KA planners and Sales team.
• Utilize data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI) to present complex data in a clear and actionable manner.
• Continuously improve reporting processes and data visualization techniques to enhance decision-making capabilities.
• Project: Build and maintain a new sell-out database. This includes validating data sources (internal and external).
• Evaluate pre-order data to assess demand forecasts.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards to communicate key performance metrics, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Produce Key Account reporting including Sell in, Sell through, Inventory on hand , ect.
• Conduct thorough analysis on applied inventory policies.
• Develop and implement, in collaboration with demand planning team, inventory policies to optimize stock levels while minimizing excess inventory and stockouts.
• Work closely with supply chain and operations teams to ensure timely replenishment and distribution of inventory.

Who are you?

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree preferred. Exception possible for highly extensive and relevant work experience.
• 2+ years as either an analyst or planner.
• Proven experience in data analysis, preferably in the retail or consumer goods industry Understanding of Demand, Supply and other S&OP / IBP principals.
• Strong analytical capabilities skills with the ability to interpret data, draw conclusions, and make actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex ideas to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills proven in a highly collaborative setting.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or QlikView.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and precision.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Travel Requirements: Minimal travel likely, <10%.

What do we offer?

• A job within a unique environment with a 'startup dynamic' under the umbrella of a fast growing and solid global brand;
• 40 hours per week, in-office and remote combined, a fair salary, good pension arrangement and a bonus opportunity;
• Fun workplace, innovating working environment;
• 25 paid holidays;
• 50% discount on the most comfortable shoes in the world;
• A healthy work environment with discount on your gym membership;
• Our great training curriculum with in-person sessions and a global eLearning platform offers you a lot of room for personal growth to get a little bit better every day;
• And so much more!

Sounds pretty amazing right? Well, what are you waiting for?!

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