Manager, Business Planning, Consumables
Job Description
About the Role
Title: Manager, Business Planning, Consumables
Location: Bridgewater, , NJ United States
Full Time
Job Description:
Let’s Grow Together
Our mission is to live our âat your sideâ promise and simplify and enrich the lives of our customers, employees, and communities. “At your side” is more than a slogan to us; it’s the purpose we do our best to fulfill every day. With a legacy spanning over a century, this is a great place to launch or expand any career and push the boundaries of what comes next. We’re committed to achieving shared success, and we provide opportunities for you to develop through experience, exposure and education. Our people have always leveraged their unique perspectives to keep us on the right track for a lasting future. If you want to innovate, learn, and grow with a global leader that builds products, services, and a company people love, then we’ll be âat your sideâ every step of the way.
The Manager, Business Planning, Consumables , oversees business analysis, strategic sales forecasting, inventory management, and budgeting for Consumables products [including Ink/Toner/Labeling Consumables] within Brother’s SOHO and SMB Printing categories. This dynamic role involves close collaboration with Brother Industries Limited (BIL) in Japan and cross-functional teams within Brother International Corp. (BIC) to drive key initiatives that protect Genuine Consumables for the respective product categories and sales channels.
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WHAT YOU’LL DO
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Sales Forecasting & Inventory Planning
Develop accurate forecasts for ink, toner, and labeling consumables using historical sales data and market trends
Analyze lifecycle trends, seasonality, and market dynamics to forecast demand effectively, incorporating new insights from the respective product category
Collaborate with Supply and Demand Planning to recommend optimal inventory levels based on sales forecasts, promotions, and market demand, with a special focus on strategic initiatives like special pricing programs for the commercial space
Collaborate with Product Marketing to integrate attach rate assumptions into sales forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic sales initiatives
Data Analysis & Insights
Conduct in-depth analyses of customer purchase history and POS data to identify trends and anticipate future demand
Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on data-driven forecasts to support strategic decision-making, especially in developing forecasts that improve early prediction of demand
Collaborate with Category Management to support overall product lifecycle and performance analysis and reporting
Provide and support on-going business insights and reporting to BIL in collaboration with Corporate Planning and ExPat teams
Strategic Initiatives & Risk Management
Support and lead strategic initiatives related to product development, product launches, promotional campaigns, and market expansions within the ink, toner, and labeling categories
Identify and mitigate risks related to inventory shortages, market fluctuations, and demand variability, while also supporting longer-term strategic initiatives such as connected labeling & printing initiatives and ink & toner delivery services
Partner with the Commercial Sales team on key initiatives to protect and promote Genuine products in the commercial space
Lead the annual budgeting process for all consumables in collaboration with Corporate Planning, Product Marketing and BIL
Manage and communicate the consumables product discontinuation process
Support all pricing decisions from analysis through implementation in collaboration with the Product Marketing, Pricing, Corporate Planning and BIL teams
Process Improvement & Reporting
Partner with Demand Planning to continuously refine forecasting models and methodologies to enhance accuracy and responsiveness to market changes, particularly through the implementation and optimization of the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes
Manage monthly forecasting / financial planning updates, communications, and reporting.
Prepare regular reports on sales forecasts, inventory levels, performance metrics, and profitability analyses for senior management and stakeholders at both BIC and BIL
Cross-Functional Collaboration â BIC & BIL
Serve as the Consumables Team Liaison to BIL, managing product lifecycle from creation through discontinuation, and collaborating on pricing strategies and monthly/quarterly reporting
Collaborate with Product Marketing, Category Management, Supply Chain, and Demand Planning teams to align on forecasted demand and supply requirements
Communicate effectively across departments to influence decision-making and drive consensus on inventory and sales strategies
Collaborate with Supply and Demand planning to ensure accurate sales forecasts and optimal inventory levels to meet business objectives
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ABOUT OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
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Education
Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Statistics, or a related field
Experience
Minimum 7 years’ experience in sales forecasting, inventory planning, or a similar analytical role within a consumer goods or technology company
Software/Technical Skills
Data Analysis Tools
Tableau
SAP- S4 Hana
Other Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities
Verbal/Presentation Skills
Strong interpersonal skills to create and deliver ideas/concepts and foster cross-functional, cross-divisional collaboration across all levels within the organization
Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
Ability to analyze data and present objective, data-driven recommendations
Proven ability to communicate effectively across diverse constituencies including multiple countries / cultures
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and influence decision-making
Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment successfully managing multiple priorities in a matrix organization
Comfortable working through complex situations, maintaining composure and objectivity
Ability and willingness to operate outside of regular business hours to support month-end, quarter-end and annual business planning activities
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ADDITIONAL DETAILS FOR THIS ROLE
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This role will be a hybrid role. Subject to business needs, employees may work remotely up to two days per week. Assigned office days will be determined by managers. #LI-Hybrid
The salary (or hiring) range for this position is $120,000-136,000.00 per year.
Starting salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location, and alignment with market data.
This position is eligible to participate in the relevant Brother variable pay incentive plan(s). Applicable bonus awards are discretionary and contingent upon 1) achievement of your individual objectives and 2) Brother achieving its corporate and business-level objectives.
Benefits include, but are not limited to, healthcare and wellness coverage, life and disability insurance, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and Paid Time Off. Details are available at https://mybenefits.nfp.com/Brother/2024/guidebook/
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WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES
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At Brother USA, we believe in investing in our employees and providing them with an environment that fosters growth, creativity, and a healthy work-life balance. Here are some of the benefits of working with us:
Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and bonus program to reward your hard work and dedication
Comprehensive Benefits: Our benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan with company match
Professional Development: We’re committed to helping you grow in your career with opportunities for training and development
Work-Life Balance: We support your well-being with flexible work arrangements and a focus on work-life balance
Employee Engagement: Join a team that values your contributions and celebrates success together
Brother International Corporation has earned its reputation as a premier provider of home office and business products, home appliances for the sewing and crafting enthusiast as well as industrial solutions that revolutionize the way we live and work. Brother International Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Brother Industries Ltd. With worldwide sales exceeding $6 billion, this global manufacturer was started more than 100 years ago. Bridgewater, New Jersey is the corporate headquarters for Brother in the Americas. It has fully integrated sales, marketing services, manufacturing, research and development capabilities located in the U.S. In addition to its headquarters, Brother has facilities in California, Illinois and Tennessee, as well as subsidiaries in Canada, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Peru and Mexico.
