Retail Planner
the LEGO Group, Boston, MA, United States
Job Description
Are you interested in providing performance analysis and delivering outstanding insights to drive business excellence? Then this is the role for you!
Bring your analytical skills into a fun working environment to drive demand in our Americas region.
Core Responsibilities
Retail Planning – Own a set subset of the LEGO® portfolio and perform the item level forecasting for consumer sales and shipments to secure the best possible availability.
Consolidating the roll‑up of the demand plan for submission, accounting for sales actualization alongside the impact of forward‑looking cycle‑on‑cycle changes.
Reporting & Analysis – Analyze and understand drivers of plan performance with a focus on improving Item Mix Error. Leverage own reports in combination with BI produced insights to help improve the quality of forward‑looking plans.
Collaboration & Coherence – Ensure global collaboration and coherence with team members in other regions. Discuss and present data and findings with item level forecasters and relevant partners to secure a joint view on the best possible plan.
General Support – Support the broader team with key monthly tasks, including updating of standard reports and preparation of slides for regular monthly meetings.
Other/Ad‑hoc – Support ad‑hoc project related tasks as the team implements new tools and technology to support the Retail Planning process.
The Retail Planning team is a global team based in 4 different locations: Boston – Shanghai – London – Billund. We are responsible for the +18 month demand plan globally across LEGO® owned branded channels, both physical stores and online.
This role supports the team and the broader organization by securing a strong foundation for our forecasts, so we have the best possible availability and can reach the desired shoppers. Furthermore it enables the team and partners with insight to performance and trends so appropriate actions can be taken timely.
Do you have what it takes?
Demonstrated strong collaboration skills across functions, cultures and management levels.
Strong analytical perspective – can oversee a larger amount of data and draw out patterns and key messages.
Process focused and systematic.
Strong experience with generating & presenting PowerPoint decks and working with Excel. Experience with other data visualization platforms like Tableau and/or Power BI.
Result orientation and drive – winning/can‑do approach and thrives in overcoming complex situations.
Proven experience within the consumer goods industry.
An ability to learn quickly and work autonomously.
Advanced English both verbal and written.
Nice to have
Previous demand planning and/or supply planning experience.
Experience within a supply chain environment and/or commercial environment.
Skilled in collaborating with cross‑functional teams.
Thrives in a global environment & with usage of online collaboration tools.
Proactive and continuous improvement approach.
Past experience working with O9 planning software.
Bachelor's degree in business management, supply chain management, mathematics or statistics based field or demonstrable analytical skills developed through previous work experience.
Additional Details On This Position
Our workplace enables our LEGO® colleagues to be and do their best at work. Introducing a flexible way of working through a hybrid working model is a great example of how we live up to our ambition. This 3‑day in‑the‑office hybrid working model will exemplify our People Promise by embracing the different life situations of our colleagues.
No relocation assistance will be provided for this position.
Compensation
The salary for this position has a range of $84,488.00 - $126,732.00 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, we reserve the right to amend or withdraw jobs at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date.
What’s in it for you?
Family Care Leave –
We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
Insurances –
All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
Wellbeing
– We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based.
Colleague Discount –
You qualify for our generous colleague discount from day 1.
Bonus
– We reward teams when goals are met and eligible through our bonus scheme.
Your workplace –
You’ll be assigned a primary workplace location (office, store or factory). Our hybrid work policy averages 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.
We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and belongs.
The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds – sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status – to apply for roles in our team.
We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds. Being part of the LEGO Group also means participating in our annual Play Day, building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.”
The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.
We conduct drug screening as part of our drug‑free workplace policy to support our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.
Online Application Accessibility Statement – LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. For assistance with the application process, contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860‑763‑7777, option #3.
Just imagine building your dream career. Then make it real.
Join the LEGO® team today.
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Are you interested in providing performance analysis and delivering outstanding insights to drive business excellence? Then this is the role for you!
Bring your analytical skills into a fun working environment to drive demand in our Americas region.
Core Responsibilities
Retail Planning – Own a set subset of the LEGO® portfolio and perform the item level forecasting for consumer sales and shipments to secure the best possible availability.
Consolidating the roll‑up of the demand plan for submission, accounting for sales actualization alongside the impact of forward‑looking cycle‑on‑cycle changes.
Reporting & Analysis – Analyze and understand drivers of plan performance with a focus on improving Item Mix Error. Leverage own reports in combination with BI produced insights to help improve the quality of forward‑looking plans.
Collaboration & Coherence – Ensure global collaboration and coherence with team members in other regions. Discuss and present data and findings with item level forecasters and relevant partners to secure a joint view on the best possible plan.
General Support – Support the broader team with key monthly tasks, including updating of standard reports and preparation of slides for regular monthly meetings.
Other/Ad‑hoc – Support ad‑hoc project related tasks as the team implements new tools and technology to support the Retail Planning process.
The Retail Planning team is a global team based in 4 different locations: Boston – Shanghai – London – Billund. We are responsible for the +18 month demand plan globally across LEGO® owned branded channels, both physical stores and online.
This role supports the team and the broader organization by securing a strong foundation for our forecasts, so we have the best possible availability and can reach the desired shoppers. Furthermore it enables the team and partners with insight to performance and trends so appropriate actions can be taken timely.
Do you have what it takes?
Demonstrated strong collaboration skills across functions, cultures and management levels.
Strong analytical perspective – can oversee a larger amount of data and draw out patterns and key messages.
Process focused and systematic.
Strong experience with generating & presenting PowerPoint decks and working with Excel. Experience with other data visualization platforms like Tableau and/or Power BI.
Result orientation and drive – winning/can‑do approach and thrives in overcoming complex situations.
Proven experience within the consumer goods industry.
An ability to learn quickly and work autonomously.
Advanced English both verbal and written.
Nice to have
Previous demand planning and/or supply planning experience.
Experience within a supply chain environment and/or commercial environment.
Skilled in collaborating with cross‑functional teams.
Thrives in a global environment & with usage of online collaboration tools.
Proactive and continuous improvement approach.
Past experience working with O9 planning software.
Bachelor's degree in business management, supply chain management, mathematics or statistics based field or demonstrable analytical skills developed through previous work experience.
Additional Details On This Position
Our workplace enables our LEGO® colleagues to be and do their best at work. Introducing a flexible way of working through a hybrid working model is a great example of how we live up to our ambition. This 3‑day in‑the‑office hybrid working model will exemplify our People Promise by embracing the different life situations of our colleagues.
No relocation assistance will be provided for this position.
Compensation
The salary for this position has a range of $84,488.00 - $126,732.00 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, we reserve the right to amend or withdraw jobs at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date.
What’s in it for you?
Family Care Leave –
We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
Insurances –
All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
Wellbeing
– We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based.
Colleague Discount –
You qualify for our generous colleague discount from day 1.
Bonus
– We reward teams when goals are met and eligible through our bonus scheme.
Your workplace –
You’ll be assigned a primary workplace location (office, store or factory). Our hybrid work policy averages 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.
We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and belongs.
The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds – sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status – to apply for roles in our team.
We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds. Being part of the LEGO Group also means participating in our annual Play Day, building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.”
The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.
We conduct drug screening as part of our drug‑free workplace policy to support our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.
Online Application Accessibility Statement – LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. For assistance with the application process, contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860‑763‑7777, option #3.
Just imagine building your dream career. Then make it real.
Join the LEGO® team today.
#J-18808-Ljbffr