Team Sales Planning Analyst

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

The Sales Planning Analyst will report directly to the Team Sports Sales Planning Manager and have cross-functional responsibility supporting the field sales team and critical team sports cross functional partners. This individual will become proficient in navigating the various systems associated with the Team business, most notably our NB Custom Configurator building Custom Uniforms, GTM process and forecasting. Additional systems to master will include Elastic (Customer B2B) and Salesforce. The Sales Planning Analyst will strive for executional excellence within the team sports environment and have a proficient knowledge across all team sport categories.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Work cross-functionally within New Balance Team Sports

• Build custom uniform orders on the NBTeam configurator

• Execute New Balance contractual account orders

• Proficiency of New Balance Systems (Vanguard, Elastic, Salesforce)

• Efficiently and quickly navigate MS Teams document library for all reference materials

• Owning a Sales Support que

• Learn all key features and benefits of all core products; all sports (FW/AP/Access)

• Contribute to maintaining and evolving Tools & Processes for Sales Support

• Maintain reporting and metrics to drive Team Sports sales goals

• Manage and analyze the Sales Forecast and Sell Thru inputs and channels and understand the risks and opportunities

• Build and develop relationships with cross functional business partners to achieve financial results for area of responsibility

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Four-year college degree and a minimum of 2 years related experience (ie. Operations, Inventory Planning, Sales Forecasting, Sales Planning or Commercial Sales Role)

• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on problem solving, conflicting objectives, and dealing with multiple customers.

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and manage time, multiple tasks, and deadlines effectively.

• Working experience with Forecasting Software, techniques and capabilities, and reporting, a plus

• Above average proficiency with Microsoft Excel

• Basic skills with Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams.

• Hybrid work schedule

• Some lifting required with product/sample boxes

• Self-starter who takes initiative and delivers results on expected timelines.

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced “Work from Anywhere” (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran, or any other protected status.