Manager- Business Planning (Sport)

Requisition ID: 864541 
Position:Full-Time
 

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.

With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality. Committed to vision, we enable people to “see more and be more” thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods. Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.

With a unique global network of commercial subsidiaries and independent distributors across major markets, our customers are offered a strong portfolio of the most popular lens, frames, instruments and equipment brands that can serve every sector of the market. The Wholesale team works with our customers one-on-one, developing professional relationships based on trust and care.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Manager, Business Planning is responsible for contributing to profit and growth of the North America Wholesale division by supporting the Commercial Sport function. This role will plan, monitor business performance, and provide recommendations to drive financial targets of Sport brands in EW and AFA. Additionally, this role is a key business partner to the VP, Sales as well as sales directors; and will be the commercial business keystone to finance, Supply Chain, Sales Operations, corporate planning in Milan, and other support functional groups to achieve collaboration and consensus.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Drive the business planning process for commercial sport organization.
• Primary commercial interface for the NA Sport organization.
• Analyze and forecast sales targets (volume + distribution) on a weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual basis and consult with COT to maximize financial efficiency and minimize risk.
• Conducts business reviews and presentations for leadership team.
• Defining key processes based upon future growth expectations, reporting, system, and program tracking for the sport perimeter.
• Design and implementing sales tools, sales forecast, budget planning, and ad-hoc reports to maximize performance and efficiencies in planning to assist the commercial team.
• Responsible for creating and providing forecasts, analysis, and direction of forecasts to maximize decision making ability.
• Manage the process of setting, implementation, and performance tracking of Sales Rep Targets.
• Facilitates the annual budget and quarterly forecast processes by planning and coordinating the sales leaders and cross functional teams to ensure key deliverables and deadlines.
• Work cross-functionally with support functions including finance, supply chain, corporate Milan planning, marketing, and business analytics.
• Analyze and manage KPI’s for Sport COT.
• Monitor/analyze sales trends, distribution and productivity for new and existing doors.
• Works with sales ops, demand and inventory planning to research and implement channel specific supply chain requirements and streamlining opportunities.
• Monitor and analyze the sales performance for sales incentive programs channel specific.
• May have people management responsibilities and be responsible for growth and development to a Team 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree – Business Administration, Finance, Economics or Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Business planning, finance, and/or sales analyst related role.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and critically while balancing execution of programs and projects
• Self-starter with strong initiative and sense of urgency – ability to work within the high expectation of the company and team
• Ability to solve various types of problems that may involve multiple departments within the Company
• Strong communication skills required; and ability to present to key stakeholders with confidence.
• Strong computer skills; Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Proven consultative and influencing skills to work with senior business stakeholders
• Familiarity with SAP
• Strong customer service focus and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel (US and Canada)

​Pay Range: 105,960.40  - 161,890.00 

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 ( (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law. 

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