Senior Planning Manager, Commercial (France)

Paris - France

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Us

SharkNinjais a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positivelyimpactpeoples lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted global brands Shark and Ninja the company has a proventrack recordof bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowedSharkNinjato enter multiple product categories driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham Massachusetts with more than4100associates the companys products are sold at key retailers online and offline and through distributors around the world.

What Youll Do

At SharkNinja we use data technology and insight to fuel better decisions at speed. As Senior Manager Commercial Planning France you will own the commercial forecast planning rhythm and forecasting outcomes for one of SharkNinjas most complex and strategically important European regions. You will sit at the intersection of commercial strategy advanced analytics and local market execution partnering closely with DACH Sales Sales Operations Supply SS&A Marketing and EMEA stakeholders. Your role is not just to report performance but to pressure test the forecast challenge assumptions and translate complex data into decisive actions that drive growth while protecting inventory health. This role requires strong commercial judgement a high level of analytical and technological fluency and the confidence to lead the forecast story with senior leadership. You will proactively surface risks and opportunities test multiple scenarios and ensure the business is prepared for whats ahead not just whats planned.

Key Responsibilities:

Forecasting Budgeting & Performance Management

Lead the monthly forecasting process and annual budget cycle for the French region embedding analytical rigor scenario thinking and clear prioritisation across the commercial organisation.
Own the monthly consensus process delivering an insightled technologyenabled forecast narrative to Executive leadership that clearly articulates what is happening why it is happening and what actions are being taken.
Pressure test forecasts using scenario analysis sensitivity modelling and trend diagnostics to assess robustness and identify upside/downside risks early.
Light up quarterly monthly and weekly sales targets through advanced data analysis enabling proactive course correction and confident delivery against commitments.

Risk & Opportunity (R&O) Leadership

Own the regional R&O process driving tangible actions to realise opportunities and mitigate risks in close partnership with SS&A Supply Sales and Marketing.
Ensure risks are actively challenged clearly articulated and actioned rather than passively tracked.
Use leading indicators market signals and local intelligence to continuously reassess forecast confidence and exposure.

Technology Data & Insights

Leverage forecasting tools dashboards and analytics platforms to enhance visibility decisionmaking speed and forecast accuracy.
Partner with EMEA and global analytics systems and data teams to improve forecasting methodologies data quality and automation.
Translate complex analytical outputs into clear commercially relevant insights that local teams can act on quickly.

Local Market Partnership

Act as a trusted thought partner to the France commercial leadership team ensuring forecasts reflect local market dynamics customer behaviour and execution risks.
Embed yourself in the local business rhythm ensuring planning outputs are practical relevant and actionable for teams on the ground.
Operate seamlessly as a member of both the Global Commercial Planning team and the local DACH team to ensure full alignment with both organisations.

What Youll Bring

Relevant experience in commercial planning financial forecasting analytics or performance management ideally within consumer electronics FMCG or retail.
Strong analytical capability with a technologyforward mindset comfortable using data systems and models to challenge assumptions and inform decisions.
Demonstrated experience pressure testing forecasts and influencing outcomes through insight rather than hierarchy.
Proven ability to partner crossfunctionally and influence Sales Sales Operations and Supply teams in a fastpaced environment.
Advanced organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining pace and precision.
A selfstarter mentality comfortable owning outcomes endtoend asking hard questions and acting with urgency.

Our Culture

At SharkNinja we dont just raise the barwe push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible push boundaries and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane youll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance retirement plans paid time off employee stock purchase options wellness programs SharkNinja product discounts and more.We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining whats possible. When you join youre not just part of a companyyoure part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together we wont just launch productswell disrupt entire markets.

At SharkNinja Diversity Equity and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinjas innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work making an impact and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership associates and our community we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.

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About UsSharkNinjais a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positivelyimpactpeoples lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted global brands Shark and Ninja the company has a proventrack recordof bringing disr...