Promotional Planning & Operations Manager AO7177217

Top Skills:
Business & Promotional Planning
Demand & Forecast Planning
P&L Management

Duties:
Job Description
• Lead Business & Promotional Planning
Own quarterly and monthly commercial planning cycles, including promotional strategy, offer construct, and channel alignment to achieve revenue and market share targets.

• Drive Demand & Forecast Planning
Develop and manage demand forecasts in partnership with Sales, Product, and Supply Chain teams; monitor forecast accuracy, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks and capture opportunities.

• Own P&L Planning and Performance Tracking
Manage revenue, margin, and profitability planning; analyze variances vs. targets and drive actions to improve financial outcomes across channels and products.

• Lead Executive Reporting & Business Insights
Deliver clear, concise executive updates on business performance, including sales trends, forecast outlook, promotional effectiveness, and financial health.

• Drive Cross-Functional Execution
Partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain to ensure alignment between demand plans, promotional activities, and inventory readiness.

• Optimize Promotional Investments
Evaluate ROI of promotional programs and recommend adjustments to maximize sell-out, improve efficiency, and protect margin.

• Data Analysis & Action Planning
Analyze sales performance, market trends, and operational data to generate insights and translate them into actionable business strategies.

• Communication & Influence
Communicate complex business updates in a simplified, executive-ready format; build strong relationships across internal teams and headquarters.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required; Advanced degree preferred.
• 4+ years’ of experience in a telecommunications, CPG and/or retail industry supply chain, business, finance and sales operations management
• Should have advanced MS Excel and MS PowerPoint knowledge and skills. Knowledge of SharePoint, Confluence and Jira a plus.
• High energy and ability to learn quickly.
• Can work under varying work pressures, flexible
• Fluent in reading, writing, and verbal communications
• Strong desire to work in highly collaborative environment, walks around the office and does not become chained to desk.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2-5 years’ work experience in data & analytics, marketing, business program and process management, communications, and/ or sales operations.
• A Bachelor's degree in business management, marketing, finance or accounting is preferred, or equivalent industry experience.
• Proven track record of driving successful product or program launches, communication & conflict management, company culture and engagement.
• Implemented and managed the appropriate programs, polices, and processes necessary support a business driving to specific metrics and discipline.
• Strong planning and operations skills.
• Outstanding time management, attention to accuracy/ detail, organizational and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Business acumen, short / long range project planning execution
• Understanding of product launch processes and product development cycles
• A proven self-starter, good business judgment, and outstanding collaborative ability.

Necessary Skills & Attributes

• The ability to develop and maintain excellent new and existing working relationships with multiple stakeholder levels within and outside the company.
• Proven success in a highly dynamic, deadline-driven, matrix-management environment.
• Project Management skills, including ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple assignments and projects, and discerning level of attention to each as priorities change
• Process Engineering / Business Transformation / Change Management experience.
• Demonstrated competency in both oral and written communication modes for both internal and external personnel at various levels.
• The ability to work either independently or in a team environment to achieve personal and team project goals, including the completion of assignments within and exceeding established time frames. A strong influencer with the relevant skills.
• The ability to complete tasks and work assignments, based on sometime vaguely defined objectives.

Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions:

The position requires the ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities in the following environment:
• Work is generally performed in an office environment, with event and field activities as applicable.
• Operate a computer keyboard and view a video display terminal 50% of work time, including prolonged periods of time.
• The movement and transportation of equipment, most of the time under 25 pounds.
• Performs work under time schedules and stresses which are normally periodic or cyclical, including time sensitive job stress, fatigue, intellectual challenge, constant technical data feedback, language barriers, and business management stress.
• Machines, tools, equipment, and work aids representative and commonly associated with PCs, printers, and office work areas.
• Under minimal supervision with a high level of responsibility to apply general policies and guidelines across the business where decisions are seldom monitored and consequences of decisions adversely affect operating results and management decisions.
• Access to confidential company data where disclosure may jeopardize the company’s competitive position.

Why work at BTI?

We’re committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. Our team benefits from competitive compensation, comprehensive health and wellness offerings, and opportunities for professional development. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including those related to fair hiring practices, pay transparency, workplace safety, and reasonable accommodations. We are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute meaningfully.