Description

The Garden Segment is hiring a 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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