Business Planning Analyst

Description

The Business Planning Analyst provides critical support to the Business Planning Manager by assisting with data analysis, pricing, forecasting, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration. In this role you will support Ball’s mission to ‘Color the World’ by engaging with business leaders in sales, supply chain, and finance to influence short- and long-term decisions. This position is ideal for someone eager to develop strong analytical and business operations skills in a dynamic environment. 

Job Responsibilities: 

Data Analysis & Reporting

· Pull, cleanse, and analyze data utilizing Power BI and Excel to support pricing, forecasting, and business planning decisions.

· Visualize data and prepare clear, accurate reports for management.

· Generate and maintain regular reports and metrics to track demand planning performance, and inventory turnover.

· Support the implementation of Power BI dashboards and reports.

Forecasting & Inventory Management

· Participate in demand forecasting exercises, including data gathering, preliminary and final forecast creation, and communication with stakeholders.

· Monitor and adjust inventory levels to optimize stock availability and minimize excess inventory costs.

· Assist with late season adjustments and storage forecasting, collaborating with production planners and other teams.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Work with sales, production, product development, and other departments to gather market intelligence and incorporate it into planning processes.

· Participate in cross-functional meetings to align planning activities and ensure effective communication.

· Support the setup and maintenance of new SKUs in SAP, ensuring data integrity and correct pricing.

Requirements

· Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Economics, or a business related field. 

· 2-5 years of prior experience in data analytics, business analysis, or planning. 

· Mastery in Excel and experience with large data sets and models.

· Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP or similar system) preferred and Power BI required. 

· Manage multiple data-driven projects to consistently meet deadlines.

· Strong communication and collaboration skills.

· Strong attention to detail with organizational skills. 

· Exposure to project management with cross-functional team environments.

· Basic understanding of statistical analysis or data modeling.

· Demonstrated ability to learn new software tools and adapt to changing business needs.

· Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

· Manages Ambiguity: Operates effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear

· Communicates effectively: Is effective in a variety of communication settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels

· Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems

· Self-development: Learns from new experiences, from others, and from structured learning

Salary Range: $70-85K

Physical Requirements

· Ability to sit/stand up to 100% of the day 

· Ability to use hands/fingers up to 100% of the day

· Ability to work in a cubicle office environment 

Our promise to you: 

We create excitement in the world of flowers and are the first choice for service. We deliver all the best and nothing else! To you, we deliver a work environment and a culture where building long-lasting relationships internally and externally is important. We believe that good communication, sharing ideas and collaborating on projects will set us up for success. We keep both our feet on the ground and are approachable. 

In addition to this we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes: 

· Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance

· 401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan

· Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays

· Tuition assistance

· Employee Assistance Program and Positive Health programs

· An onsite subsidized café overlooking renowned display gardens and restored natural areas