Consumer Analytics Manager - CPG Forecasting

Premier Nutrition•Emeryville, CA

1d•$135,000 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Premier Nutrition Company is seeking a Consumer Analytics Manager to lead consumption forecasting analytics and maintain a single source of truth for consumption forecast reporting for its brands. The role focuses on consumption forecasting and analytics, developing forecasting techniques, and providing reporting that supports business growth decisions. The position works cross-functionally with marketing, sales, IT, investor relations, international teams, and external partners. The role is hybrid, with employees expected to work in the Emeryville office Tuesday through Thursday. The expected pay scale is $135,000 to $155,000, with compensation potentially varying based on relevant experience, qualifications, geographic area, and internal equity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Statistics, Economics, or a research-related field.
At least 5 years of relevant experience, ideally on the client side in Consumer Packaged Goods or with an analytics supplier.
Demonstrated working knowledge of forecasting methods and experience leading forecasting initiatives.
Experience using syndicated or custom CPG data, such as Nielsen, Circana, Numerator, or Mintel, for analysis and insights.
Practical knowledge of working with disparate data sources and data harmonization.
Ability to demonstrate a challenger mindset and intellectual curiosity.
Strong influencing skills to gain alignment with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Ensure consumption forecasts are updated and support required applications.
Apply brand-specific forecasting expertise and use forecasting analytics to predict consumption trends and support growth decisions.
Improve forecast efficiency and accuracy by reviewing performance, investigating discrepancies, evaluating methodologies, and implementing improvements.
Challenge forecasting assumptions and pressure-test forecasts using historical data and internal and external benchmarks.
Participate in cross-functional project meetings, providing forecasting expertise, relevant data, insights, and benchmarks for decision-making.
Partner in quarterly and annual Strategic Plan development and Brand AOP; own consumption forecasts, explain business impacts, and recommend strategies to improve results.
Develop and automate a forecasting reporting toolkit that includes reporting, dashboards, and scenario planning.
Partner with IT on data governance, integration, and aggregation.
Develop standardized forecasting input templates for cross-functional team members.
Assist in planning and executing meetings and quarterly business performance reviews.
Represent forecasting at headquarters in cross-functional partnerships and meetings.
Attend meetings and presentations, participate in company activities and events, collaborate informally with colleagues, and complete administrative work.