Associate Sales Operations Manager
Mooresville, NC 
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Posted 16 days ago
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Description

The Garden Segment is hiring an Associate Sales Operations Manager within the Lowe's Business Development Team, located in our Mooresville, NC office. This role will be responsible for supporting all Category programs and initiatives, data collection, sales analytics, forecasting, vendor compliance, inventory management, customer support, and in-house reporting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assist Director of Sales Operations with S&OP process, Vendor Compliance, and Forecasting; support in-house reporting
  • Gather information, organize, and report on all aspects of Supplier Performance metrics including fill rates, on-time deliveries and vendor turn time
  • Responsible for monitoring and reporting on team sales
  • Gather, analyze, and report on category account sales data for weekly analysis and review
  • Provide support for the implementation of new programs and initiatives; assist in gathering and analysis of data
  • Track and communicate both promotional and seasonal issues, result on sales, and inventory levels both internally and externally
  • Frequent communication with both internal and external customers to support data collection, issue resolution, and general customer service requests
  • Anticipate and communicate issues affecting product support and ensure successful implementation of programs
QUALIFICATIONS
  • 2-4 years related business experience serving mass merchants such as Lowe's, The Home Depot, or Walmart, preferably in the lawn and garden industry
  • Experience in and a strong understanding of seasonal categories and experience in an entrepreneurial environment
  • Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point and Access
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Must be meticulous, analytical, self-motivated, and possess drive and initiative
  • Able to analyze data, strong math skills, as well as learning new skills as needed
  • Able to travel 10% - 15%
  • Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
  • Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in Marketing/Business Administration or related field
  • Experience with Alloy and SAP software preferred
  • Syndigo experience a plus
  • Space management software experience is a plus
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401k with 3% company match
  • 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)
  • Referral Program with cash bonus
  • Access to on-demand pay
  • Paid Parental Leave
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company's innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry-Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. 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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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2 to 4 years
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