Sales Support Specialist - Walmart US

Sales Support Specialist – Walmart US

Basic Fun! is a dynamic global designer and marketer of classic, innovative children’s entertainment products and we strive to bring smiles to people of all ages. Our iconic brands and broad product portfolio are sold by leading retailers and distributors in over 60 countries around the world. Basic Fun! has an omni-channel go-to market strategy with a strong presence online, in store and in family entertainment venues. The Company is proud to have long-term, valued licensing partnerships with A-List Licensors, including Hasbro, Disney, Mattel, Nintendo, Pokémon, Netflix, Coca Cola, Universal, Paramount, Warner Brothers, Cloudco Entertainment, NFL and NBA. Basic Fun! has a portfolio of powerhouse brands that include Care Bears™, Tonka®, Lite Brite®, K’nex®, Lincoln Logs®, Tinker Toys®, Playhut®, Uncle Milton®, Fisher Price Classics®, Mash’ems® and Littlest Pet Shop®, and many other trusted brands. All of us at Basic Fun! are dedicated to enriching lives and creating unforgettable moments through imaginative play.

Position Overview:

Reporting directly to the Director of Sales Support, this position is responsible for providing general business development support to the Director of Sales - Walmart US.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordinates with multiple internal departments (Operations, Marketing, and Accounting) and external representatives to ensure account expectations are met or exceeded.

o Tasks include: Weekly POS reporting, assist with setting up quotes, item maintenance, sample/mock up requests, gather images and gathering web-copy requests, assist with forecasting within the Basic Fun! Intranet, presentation development, submit PO Cancellations and/or MABD Extensions.

• Coordinates with domestic and import operations teams to communicate changes/cancellations and tracking of open orders, etc.
• Assists in the maintenance of accurate forecasting and reporting. Adds new items to forecast and assists in forecast revisions as needed.
• Participates in the monitoring of sales and inventory activity versus forecast for assigned sales channel.
• Attends and participates in line-review meetings, internal and external team meetings, as well as any necessary training sessions.
• Creates sales and inventory reports at the direction of the Sales management team.
• Takes photos and measures packages for all new mockups and productions samples that go to the Layout Center.
• Prints and adds Sample Tags to samples that will be delivered to Layout Center.
• Delivers samples to the Layout Center.
• Completes Modular Planning Tools, including coordinating and submitting images for Modular Planning
• Requests assets needed for catalogs or promotion or Walmart.com.
• Completes, submits, and follows up on all Channel Management forms needed for exclusive items.
• Creates Deal Sheets for markdowns, chargebacks and promotions and submits for internal review and approval.
• Assists the Marketing and Finance teams with co-op classicalness or payment discounts as needed.
• Acts as Retail Link Site Administrator – setting up any new users and answering internal questions.
• Oversees and ensures the integrity of all Basic Fun! product listings on Walmart.com by verifying the accuracy of product images, web copy, and item specifications, while following best practices as advised by our eCommerce team.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills, knowledge and abilities:

• 3 – 5 years Consumer Product Experience.
• Proven experience in working in cross functional teams. (Sales/Operations/Marketing/Accounting).
• Proficient User of Retail Link/Supplier One/Item 360/NOVA.
• Highly motivated, driven, detail-focused, resourceful, self-starter.
• Experienced in effectively coordinating and executing multiple tasks simultaneously and efficiently while working with conflicting priories in a fast-paced environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven excellent Excel (i.e., Pivot Tables, V-Lookup) and Power Point skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to work well under pressure.
• Demonstrable relationship management skills, coupled with a high level of professionalism.
• Proven planning skills with the ability to “think outside the box” and see the “big picture”, which impacts decisions/actions.
• Ability to travel, as needed.

• Full-time on-site position located at our company’s showroom/offices in Bentonville, Arkansas

OUR CORE VALUES!

• We Love Delivering WOW!
• Act with Integrity and Do the Right Thing.
• Inspire Passion for Creativity and Innovation.
• Be Disciplined to Create Lasting Impact.
• Play, Have Fun and Laugh Together.
• Embrace Humility.
• Pursue Growth and Learning.
• Hustle and Act with a Sense of Urgency.
• Commit to Excellence.
• Gratitude Keeps Us Grounded.

Basic Fun! is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud of our inclusive culture.