Jr. Analyst - Business Forecasting & Planning

Jr. Analyst – Business Forecasting & Planning - Atlanta, GA

WinCup is a food service packaging company focused on providing our customers and consumers the highest quality products allowing them to enjoy the beverages and foods they love, whether at home, or on the go.

Trusted since 1962, WinCup is now a leading manufacturer passionately transitioning into an innovative, technology driven enterprise focused on creating superior products and brands directly addressing global plastic pollution.

WinCup is driven by our Vio biodegradable foam technology; our Phade line of PHA based straws and stirrers which are the only Marine Biodegradable, Home and Industrial Compostable straws and stirrers in the world!

We are passionately committed to the environment, excellence, innovation and growth.

For additional information regarding WinCup and our groundbreaking and environmentally friendly products, check us out at https://WinCup.com https://PhadeProducts.com

https://viofoam.com/

We are a dynamic, diverse and inclusive team bound together by our shared Values of:

One Team

Performance Based; Rewards & Recognition Driven

Excellence in All We Do

Respectful and Engaged Leadership

Always Do the Right Thing

Here at WinCup, we are proud to offer our valued, full-time Team Members a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package with most benefit eligibility beginning just 31 days post hire, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans. We also offer paid time off (PTO) and holidays, short & long-term disability, and a Team Member Assistance Plan (EAP). We also offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match available after only 60 days of employment and a 1-year vesting schedule.

So, if you are passionate about working on exceptional brands driven by innovation that will leave a lasting and positive impact on the environment, keep reading to see if you think you might make a great addition to our growing team!

POSITION/TITLE: Jr. Analyst – Business Forecasting & Planning

WORK LOCATION: Atlanta, GA (SSSC Office)

POSITION REPORTS TO: Business & Financial Manager

WORK TYPE: ON SITE/In-Office (non-remote/non-hybrid)

JOB SUMMARY:

In this entry-level role, the ideal candidate will successfully assist with the collection and organization of data, assisting with sales forecasts, preparing ad-hoc reports, and supporting in the creation of presentations for and to senior leadership. This role will collaborate across departments and gain exposure to key business functions such as Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain / Operations. This is a great opportunity for someone who is highly organized, curious, and wants to grow in a business or finance-related career and who enjoys working with numbers, trends and supporting business decisions and growth through data.

This position is within the Business Forecasting and Financial Analysis team, which plays a key role in enabling data-informed decision-making. We collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Operations to deliver accurate forecasts and robust planning insights. Our mission is to ensure that every team as the critical information needed for effective strategic planning.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

E Sales Data Support

Collect and organize sales data from multiple internal systems (Excel, CRM, reports, etc.)

Assist in the building of simple reports and spreadsheets for the purpose of tracking key sales data

Maintain up to date sales records and verify for accuracy to ensure error free and thorough data accountability

Forecasting Assistance

Partner with the team to assist with forecasting customer demand for products and/or services

Utilize past sales trends and other data to predict future sales expectations

Utilize past forecasts to establish trends to suggest improvements

Basic Financial Analysis

Provide analysis and financial summaries on new business opportunities

Identify product data costing inconsistencies amongst all WinCup plants and provide feedback for corrections.

Cross-Team Collaboration

Collaborate with the Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain/Operations teams to gather inputs for analysis.

Share reports and updates with other departments as needed

Actively participate in team meetings to gain clear understanding and alignment related to priorities and upcoming needs

Process Support

Maintain internal trackers and files organized and up to date

Provide miscellaneous support to the sales administrative team

Provide improvement suggestions related to reporting or data collection processes

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance or related field.

Recent graduate or early-career professional

Strong Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, V-Look-Ups, complex Formulas, etc.) as well as PowerPoint.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THESE ADDITIONAL PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Strong analytical abilities, including data interpretation and numerical analysis
• Intellectually curious and commitment to innovation – challenges the status quo
• Ability to learn quickly and take direction
• Effective communicator who proactively seeks clarification to ensure alignment, goals and expectations
• Ability to adjust communication methods based on either customer situation or the receiver of the communication (i.e., executive leadership, field staff, peers, etc.)
• Ability to manage time and follow through on tasks
• Exhibit a supportive and customer focused mindset such as building positive relationships and strives to understands customer’s needs, both internal and external
• Excellent organization skills, documentation and strong attention to detail
• Ability to respond to difficult situations in a diplomatic and professional manner
• Ability to use collaborative and non-adversarial approached in achieving diverse goals
• Ability to perform and navigate within a complex organization
• Strong organization skills with the ability to independently adjust and manage multiple priorities with thoroughness and accuracy
• Possess a positive and continuous-improvement focused approach with the willingness to learn coupled with the ability to work and thrive in a team environment
  
  
  

The list of job requirements above is not intended to be exhaustive or all-inclusive.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS (Office/SSSC):

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position.

Team Member may frequently be required to remain stationary for extended periods of time.

Team Member may occasionally be required to transverse through an office environment.

Team Member will frequently be required to actively listen and exchange information.

Team Member will frequently be required to observe and assess information received via computer.

Requires frequent use of computer and telephone.

WORK ENVIRONMENT (Office/SSSC):

The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member will operate in a typical office environment.

WinCup reserves the right to revise or update this job description as needed to better comply with the actual essential function of the job requirements as business needs dictate.

WinCup is an EEO/AA and E-Verify employer. At WinCup, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity and strengths of our Team Members, our customers, and community.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic.

WinCup is also committed establishing partnerships with diverse and inclusive suppliers, vendors and service providers; specifically women, minority, veteran, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ, and or socio-economically disadvantaged small businesses.

We firmly believe that a diverse organization creates opportunities for all individuals to display their talents, both independently and collaboratively. Diversity fuels our ability to be truly innovative by embodying our values, driving our success, and fostering an environment where every Team Member can thrive and perform at their very best.

To ensure the safety of our team members in the workplace, we perform background and drug screenings.

Thank you for considering WinCup and helping us make a difference!