This is a Fully Remote Job
1. About Our Client:
The organization operates in the consumer health and beverage industry, focusing on creating a new type of soda that combines enjoyment with health benefits. Addressing the gap between traditional soda products and consumer health needs, the program developed a soda with added fiber and reduced sugar to support wellness. Since 2018, this initiative has introduced functional sodas designed to offer science-backed health benefits while maintaining classic soda taste, emphasizing humanistic values such as empathy and integrity.
2. About the Opportunity:
The
Walmart Customer Planning Manager
role is responsible for enhancing sales efficiency through strategic insights and collaboration across multiple teams. This position plays a critical role in developing and aligning sales strategies specifically for Walmart, Sam’s Club, and Value Channel customers. The role requires strong analytical skills, demand forecasting, promotional management, and leadership across functions, aiming to optimize sales performance and customer relationships.
3. Responsibilities:
Develop and manage accurate sales, production, and operational forecasts based on data and market trends.
Maintain and track promotional planning and spending, ensuring contracts and submissions are current.
Support post-promotional analysis to maximize return on investment.
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and other departments to align on targets and resources.
Analyze performance data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks; prepare regular reports.
Communicate strategies and priorities effectively to field teams and merchandising partners to optimize Walmart sales.
Provide necessary customer support functions to maximize sales and revenue.
Oversee promotional plan inputs and management in customer portals.
Ensure accurate item setup in retail customer systems, including specifications and content.
4. Requirements:
Ideally located in Bentonville, AR or surrounding areas.
Minimum 5 years of experience in customer planning or retailer account management within the CPG industry.
Mandatory Walmart headquarter level experience.
Skilled in building presentations, extracting data insights, and presenting to leadership.
Proficient in Anaplan or similar forecasting tools and new item setup for Walmart.
Strong sales skills including data-driven storytelling and strategic planning.
High emotional intelligence and leadership capabilities.
Passion for the organization''s mission and a drive to make an impact.
Deep understanding of customer behavior and market dynamics.
Comfortable and agile in an early-stage, rapidly changing environment.
Ability to work autonomously and manage projects from start to finish.
Effective problem-solving and adaptability.
Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with collaboration tools like Slack and Zoom preferred.
Availability for flexible hours and travel, including evenings and weekends.
5. Pay Range and Compensation Package:
The pay range and compensation package for this role will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and other relevant factors.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.
Note:
TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.