New Zealand Commercial Planning Manager

Life at Amplifon:

Working at Amplifon gives you the chance to make your voice heard, build strong working relationships, and create your own tailor-made career.

Here, you’ll find all the support, tools, and opportunities you need to grow, whether it’s through our top-class development programs or by taking on projects in other parts of the world. And your colleagues will be there to motivate and inspire you every step of the way.

Position Purpose:

Reporting into the Head of Retail Excellence, the Commercial Planning Manager drives Sales performance, optimizing operational efficiency, and ensuring alignment between sales and operational planning (S&OP), driving collaboration across teams.

Main responsibilities:

Sales Performance Analysis & Strategy:

- Analyse sales data and key performance metrics through the customer funnels to identify growth opportunities.
- Develop and implement data-driven strategies to enhance sales effectiveness and maximize revenue opportunities.
- Provide actionable insights to leadership team and sales teams to drive revenue growth.

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP):

- Lead and coordinate the S&OP process, ensuring alignment between sales forecasts, demand planning, and operational execution.
- Work closely with marketing, finance, HR and Sales teams to balance key metrics within the funnel.
- Identify gaps in planning and execution, proposing solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration:

- Act as a key liaison between sales, marketing, HR and finance teams.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive performance.
- Facilitate cross-functional meetings and reporting to ensure transparency and accountability.

Reporting & Business Insights:

- Develop and maintain sales performance dashboards and reports for leadership.
- Ensure data accuracy and provide regular updates on key business metrics.
- Use BI tools and statistical analysis to support strategic decision-making.
- Ad hoc support on data analysis as required.

Forecasting:

- Develop and manage marketing traffic forecasting, analysis and reporting tools.
- Monthly forecast updates and alignment with business forecasts.
- Manage annual marketing budget forecast tools and alignment to business.
- Ad hoc data simulations / forecasts as required.

About you:

- Bachelors degree in business, statistics, analytics, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in sales performance management, S&OP, or business analytics within a retail or consumer-focused environment.
- Strong data analysis and reporting skills, with proficiency in Excel, SQL, Power BI, or other analytical tools.
- Proven ability to analyse sales trends, identify challenges, and implement effective solutions.
- Experience in stakeholder management, with a track record of driving collaboration across multiple functions.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence decision-making.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment and adapt to changing business needs.

Putting People First:

One of the ways we amplify careers is by helping our people achieve their full potential. We do so by providing constant constructive feedback and training opportunities that empower our people to excel.

In addition, if you’re ready to put in the hard work, we’ll make sure your dedication and achievements are recognised.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Amplify your purpose with Amplifon !

As an employer that embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes inclusion and diversity, we encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to apply.