Munchkin
is hiring
Data Analyst
About Our Company
Munchkin is one of the most innovative and fast-growing consumer product companies in the world! With over 320+ patents under our belt, we continue to create solutions that leave our customers asking, "how did I ever live without this?" Recognized as #8 on America’s Most Innovative Companies list by Fortune Magazine, innovation is the core of our company DNA and has been driving our designs for 30 years!
Founded in 1990, Munchkin has sold billions of dollars of products through our key retail partners: Target, Walmart and Amazon and has global distribution in over 50 countries. We are industry leaders in design and innovation with over 140 international product and brand design awards in the past 5 years and growing!
We lead with our core values and believe that investing in the community is our responsibility. We create opportunities for every child’s potential and well-being through the Radiant Colors program, work to create a sustainable future, and in partnership with the International Fund for Animal welfare have committed to animal conservation. In 2023, Munchkin was honored on Fast Company’s annual “Brands That Matter” list.
Munchkin is a subsidiary of Why Brands, Inc., a new parent company for Munchkin and Curio Home Goods (“Curio”), focused on creating, incubating, and growing the next generation of consumer lifestyle brands. Curio, a premium brand of curated collections of home goods, launched in 2023. WHY’s vision is to establish an expanding portfolio of innovative businesses that align with its commitment to inventive product design.
Job Description & Responsibilities
Analyze and monitor all data points as related to sales and forecasts for Munchkin; including weekly POS, shipments, orders, current market trends, seasonal trends, new item performance and product version changes.
- Develops global forecasts at the Customer/SKU level through a collaborative forecast process
- Assist in the development of new data-driven business processes and systems that will drive forecast accuracy, adding value to all downstream commercial and supply chain processes
- Liaise with E-Commerce, Planning, Sales, IT, Marketing and Customer Service departments
- Utilize key Retailer Vendor Managed Systems for data analysis and reporting
- Devise, generate, and maintain standard and exception reports as required for data validation, forecasting analysis, and meetings
- Deliver training and provide Demand Planning systems support as required for the Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams
- Monitor SKU count and recommend SKU rationalization initiatives in the future
- Other duties may be assigned
Requirements
Bring It!
- An outgoing and enthusiastic personality
- Detail oriented, organized and strong on follow through
- Ability to work in a team-oriented and very fast paced environment with little supervision
- Desire to advance and gain increased responsibility
- A problem solver who is comfortable taking initiative
- BS/BA in Economics, Statistics, Supply Chain/Operations or related field; and/or three to five years of consumer products forecasting/demand planning experience
- Experience in Microsoft Office, Excel and the aptitude to learn various Retailer Vendor Managed Systems (Amazon Vendor Central, Content Analytics, IRI) and forecasting software (Galt)
- Proficient level of supply chain understanding and CPFR activities such as forecasting, inventory control, etc.
- Experience with SQL (preferred)
- Understanding of statistical principles (preferred)
What we offer
As a Great Place to Work Certified™ company, we are committed to offering the best to our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, dental, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, wellness benefits, generous employer-matched 401(k) plan, Paid Childcare Leave, among other benefit plans. Our total rewards are top of market and include competitive salary, bonus, and opportunities to earn equity. We focus on supporting employee development and growth.
We regularly hold social functions to foster a genuine camaraderie that enhances teamwork. At our company-wide award functions, we take time to recognize the talent and dedication of the people who make Munchkin the most loved baby lifestyle brand in the world.
To give our people flexibility, we offer hybrid work environment with opportunities for half-day Friday’s all year around and provide annual weeklong global office closures giving our people a chance to recharge.
Salary range: 70-85K DOE
