Sales Operations Manager (France)

As a Sales Operations Manager, you will be the primary resource for driving revenue and margin through effective demand planning, inventory management, purchase order execution, and trend analysis. You will analyze data, monitor business trends, and implement strategic action plans to ensure business success. We are looking for candidates with substantial experience in multiple roles within sales and demand planning. Experience with major French retailers is highly preferred.

Work Arrangement: This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that the employee will work from the Paris office 2-3 times per week based on business needs and requirements. The remaining days can be worked remotely.

Language Requirements: Candidates must be bilingual in French and English, with a good level of proficiency in both languages

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operational Strategy: Develop and implement strategies to enhance operational performance for assigned retail accounts, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall business objectives.
• Customer Relations: Act as the main point of contact for customer-specific needs, ensuring timely and effective communication to meet both customer and company expectations.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Regularly generate and analyze business performance reports, identify critical insights, and proactively address risks and opportunities.
• Sales & Inventory Management: Monitor and coordinate sales performance relative to promotional goals, collaborating with sales analysts to create accurate shipment and inventory forecasts.
• Demand Planning: Work closely with customer demand planning teams, the sales director/account manager, and sales analysts on forecasting, inventory management, order processing, and supply chain coordination.
• Forecasting & Budgeting: Lead monthly forecasting sessions with customers and internal SharkNinja teams. Participate in the annual financial budget planning process.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure high levels of forecast accuracy and attainment to fulfill commitments to both the organization and retail partners. Oversee order coordination with the supply chain, managing availability dates with customers.
• Promotional Planning: Input and manage confirmed promotional plans in SFO, maintaining the promotional calendar with internal and external sales analysts.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the sales director/account manager and sales analysts to prepare customer presentations, monthly business reviews, budget reviews, and POS reports.
• Product Knowledge: Develop a thorough understanding of the kitchen and floor care product categories, including consumer preferences and competitive dynamics.
• Project Management: Lead special projects focused on UK business growth and operational optimization.
• Product Launches: Oversee the execution of UK product launches, ensuring alignment with customer needs and timely market introduction.

Attributes and Skills:

• Analytical Skills: Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data visualization. Proficiency in SQL and Python for data analysis and process automation is a bonus but not required.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to analyze retail sales data, anticipate market trends, and make strategic recommendations to drive business growth.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex data and insights to various audiences.
• Project Management: Experience in managing projects or initiatives, with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to proactively identify, anticipate, and resolve issues efficiently.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Data Science, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or retail operations within the consumer products industry.
• Significant experience in multiple roles within sales, demand planning, or similar fields, preferably with major French retailers.
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English is required.
• Past sales experience is preferred but not required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a vibrant location in Paris.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Professional development opportunities to grow your skills and career.

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.  Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.  

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA. 

Learn more about us:  
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary 

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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at [email protected]