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(On-site) Sales & Operations Planning Analyst - NJ

Central Garden & Pet

Neptune City, New Jersey

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SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Auditing, Business Administration, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Cellular Telephone, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Contingency Plans, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Data Sets, Data Visualization Tools, Decision Support, Demand Forecasting/Planning, Dental Insurance, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Financial Reporting, Flexible Spending Accounts, Forecasting, Inventory Levels, Inventory Planning, Inventory Turns, Leadership, Logistics, Manufacturing, Marketing, Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Online Courses, Operational Audit, Operations Planning, Oracle, Organizational Skills, Partner Sales, Performance Metrics, Pivot Tables, Power BI, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product/Service Launch, Reporting Dashboards, Risk Management, SAP, Sales, Sales & Operations Process (S&OP), Sales Analysis, Sales Forecasting, Sales Operations, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Tableau, Team Player, Trend Analysis, Vision Plan, Vlookups
LOCATION
Neptune City, New Jersey
POSTED
20 days ago
The Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Analyst is responsible for facilitating the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to ensure alignment between demand, supply, and overall business objectives. This role analyzes historical sales data, forecasts, inventory levels, and operational capacity to develop actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.

This role is on-site 5x a week based out of our Neptune City, NJ facility. 

MEASURES OF SUCCESS:
  • Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to validate demand forecasts and integrate market intelligence, including promotions, seasonality, and new product launches, into planning assumptions. 
  • Analyze historical sales trends and forecast performance to support accurate demand planning initiatives.
  • Develop, maintain, and analyze KPI dashboards and reporting tools related to forecast accuracy, inventory turns, fill rate, service levels, and Plan vs. Actual performance. 
  • Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports to support leadership decision-making and operational reviews.
  • Coordinate and prepare materials for monthly S&OP meetings, including Demand Review and Supply Review sessions. 
  • Present key findings, supply-demand gaps, risks, and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders and leadership teams.
  • Conduct “what-if” scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of supply chain disruptions, capacity limitations, or shifts in customer demand. 
  • Support contingency planning and risk mitigation strategies through data-driven analysis.
  • Conduct system data audits and partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure accuracy of information.

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field required. 
  • 2–5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, Business Analytics, or a related analytical role.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets and identify trends. 
  • Proficiency in statistical forecasting methods and data analysis techniques. 
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and Power Query. 
  • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics. 
  • Familiarity with business intelligence and data visualization tools including Tableau or Power BI. 
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate data into actionable business insights. 
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Collaborative mindset with experience working cross-functionally across Sales, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain teams. 

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • Free Life and Disability Insurance.
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • 401 (k) with a 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution.
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Access to thousands of free online courses.
  • Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
  • Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications).
  • Referral Program with a cash bonus.
  • Access to on-demand pay.
  • Paid parental leave.

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands, including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Best Bully Sticks®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Kaytee®, Nylabone®, Pennington®, Sevin®, and Zocon®. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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