Lead, Global Sales Planning [AQ-10503]

Job Title: Lead, Global Sales Planning (Contract)

Location: On-site (Hybrid 4/1 schedule)

Duration: ~6-month contract

About The Role

We’re looking for a highly analytical and business-savvy professional to join our Global Sales Planning team. This role sits at the center of a complex, cross-functional organization and is responsible for transforming data, forecasts, and inputs from multiple teams into clear, actionable business insights.

This is not a traditional forecasting or allocation role. Instead, this position focuses on aggregating plans, aligning stakeholders, and delivering executive-ready storytelling that drives strategic decisions across the business.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development of executive-ready business narratives by synthesizing data from sales, finance, and planning teams
• Support monthly and quarterly business reviews, including building decks and presenting insights to leadership
• Drive cross-functional alignment across global and regional partners to ensure a consistent view of business performance
• Analyze and validate data, identify inconsistencies, and partner with stakeholders to resolve gaps
• Coordinate and manage planning cycles, including timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder inputs
• Translate complex data into clear insights, risks, and opportunities for non-technical audiences
• Facilitate collaboration across a matrixed organization with multiple stakeholders and priorities
  
  

Must-Have Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in planning, merchandising, sales planning, or business analytics
• Proven ability to turn data into a compelling story for business and executive audiences
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, lookups; able to work with large datasets)
• Strong experience building PowerPoint presentations / executive decks
• Experience supporting or leading business reviews or planning cycles
• Demonstrated success working across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive workstreams forward independently
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in retail, consumer goods, or similar industries
• Familiarity with retail KPIs (sales, sell-through, inventory, bookings)
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker)
• Exposure to AI tools or automated analytics workflows
• Experience working with global and regional teams
• Strong facilitation skills and experience engaging with senior leadership
  
  

What Success Looks Like

• You bring clarity to complexity, turning fragmented data into a clear, aligned business story
• You build trust across teams by ensuring data accuracy and alignment
• You influence decision-making through insightful, well-structured presentations
• You keep multiple workstreams on track and deliver high-quality outputs under tight timelines
  
  

Why Join

This is a high-impact role where you’ll operate at the intersection of data, strategy, and leadership communication. You’ll gain exposure to senior stakeholders, work across global teams, and play a key role in shaping how the business understands and acts on performance.

Interested? Apply now to be part of a team that turns data into decisions.

Client Description

Global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Our client focuses on innovation, performance, and marketing, partnering with top athletes and teams. The company emphasizes sustainability and digital advancements to enhance the sports experience.