Essor · 2 days ago
Senior Associate, Retail Operations
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expEssor is a next-generation consumer products platform that supercharges digital challenger brands into global legends. The Senior Associate, Retail Operations will support retail growth through demand planning, sales operations, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Consumer GoodsE-CommerceMarketing
Hiring Manager
Guiscardo Urso
Responsibilities
Manage and analyze demand forecasts to support order accuracy, replenishment, and inventory health
Collaborate with supply chain, sales, and vendor partners to adjust demand plans based on trends, promotions, and sales performance
Provide key forecasting inputs for account-specific planning and ensure timely product availability
Review and approve sales orders to ensure alignment with forecast expectations, stock levels, and retailer requirements
Monitor open orders, shipment schedules, and delivery timelines, resolving discrepancies proactively
Serve as a liaison across customers, vendors, and internal teams to improve fulfillment rates and solve operational issues
Conduct regular sales performance analysis by account and product category to identify trends and opportunities
Build and maintain weekly and monthly performance reports and scorecards tracking sell-through, inventory turns, promotions, and other key metrics
Prepare presentations and insights for internal stakeholders and retail partners to support business decisions
Build strong relationships with vendor and retail partners to align on promotions, launches, and key supply chain initiatives
Provide analytical insights to vendors to support in-stock optimization and mutual business growth
Educate partners on Essor’s processes, order requirements, and operational standards
Support trade promotions by ensuring accurate demand planning, stock availability, and forecasting alignment
Partner with marketing and merchandising teams to optimize product placement and visibility at retail locations
Participate in Trade Shows and conduct In-Store Visit
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience in retail, CPG, sales operations, demand planning, or analytics
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs); experience with forecasting tools is a plus
Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
Strong communicator capable of interfacing with vendors, retailers, and cross-functional teams
Proactive problem-solver with the ability to troubleshoot operational challenges
Collaborative team player able to work independently and drive results
Benefits
A supportive, diverse and global team with a growth mindset.
A scaling company with great industry professionals.
A flexible (hybrid) working environment.
Great opportunities to get involved with exciting projects.
Company
Essor
Essor provider of a digital consumer product platform.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$240MKey Investors
Premji InvestTarget Global
2024-09-06Debt Financing
2024-09-05Series Unknown· $50M
2024-01-01Undisclosed· $40M
Leadership Team
Delphine Bernard
Chief Financial Officer
Aaron Singer
Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Legal Officer
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