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<div></div><div><div><b>TITLE: Financial Merchandising Analyst</b></div>
<div><b>Location: Primarily Remote (Chattanooga, TN Office twice per month with occasional travel to Anaheim, CA.)</b></div>
<div></div><div><b>ABOUT US:</b></div>
<div>TenCate is the global leader in the synthetic turf industry, committed to providing high-quality, sustainable solutions for sports, landscaping, and recreational applications. With a strong focus on delivering excellence, we prioritize safety, quality, and customer satisfaction in every aspect of our business. Our team is driven by a passion for innovation, and we take pride in maintaining a collaborative and dynamic work environment where each member contributes to our mission of transforming the way turf is used worldwide. <b>The synthetic turf market has experienced consistent global growth over the past decade, driven by increased demand for low-maintenance, environmentally friendly alternatives&mdash;and that trend is only accelerating as municipalities, schools, and sports organizations invest in durable, year-round surfaces.</b></div>
<div></div><div><b>JOB OVERVIEW</b>:</div>
<div></div><div>Responsible for delivering financial and merchandising analysis to optimize product profitability, support global sales strategies, and enable data-driven decision making across our turf &amp; grass portfolio. You&rsquo;ll partner with sales, marketing, finance, and supply chain teams to align merchandising tactics with TenCate Grass&rsquo;s business objectives.</div>
<div></div><div><b>RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:</b></div>
<div>Financial &amp; Assortment Analysis</div>
<ul><li>Evaluate product P&amp;L performance, margin trends, and inventory turns.</li>
<li>Monitor &amp; develop KPIs: sales velocity, true cost, gross margin return on investment (GMROI), inventory-to-sales ratios.</li>
<li>Conduct scenario modeling and sales forecasts for new/existing products.</li>
<li>Analyze SKU-level performance; recommend assortment adjustments.</li>
</ul><div>Pricing Strategy &amp; Promotions</div>
<ul><li>Support pricing initiatives&mdash;core pricing, seasonal markdowns, and promotional campaigns.</li>
<li>Create price elasticity models and assess impact on volume and margin.</li>
<li>Contribute to promotional calendar planning and margin optimization.</li>
</ul><div>Inventory &amp; Supply Planning</div>
<ul><li>Track SKU-level inventory; support safety stock, reorder triggers, and EOQ modeling.</li>
<li>Partner with procurement/supply chain to align inventory with demand forecasts.</li>
<li>Drive initiatives to reduce excess inventory and improve Cash Conversion Cycle.</li>
</ul><div>Cross-Functional Collaboration</div>
<ul><li>Collaborate with marketing, sales, channel management, and operations to align on strategies and launch plans.</li>
<li>Provide analytic support for product launches, channel promotions (e.g. distributors, OEMs), and cross-border rollouts.</li>
</ul><div>Reporting &amp; Visualization</div>
<ul><li>Develop dashboards and regular reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly) for senior leadership and business units.</li>
<li>Present clear, actionable insights to diverse stakeholders, including international teams.</li>
<li>Create period review materials for senior-level review</li>
</ul><div>Continuous Improvement</div>
<ul><li>Lead process enhancements: automation of reports, system upgrades (e.g., ERP, BI tools).</li>
<li>Incorporate industry best practices and tools to improve efficiency and analytical rigor.</li>
</ul><div><b>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div>
<div>Education &amp; Experience</div>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Economics, Data Science or similar.</li>
<li>5+ years&rsquo; experience in financial analysis, merchandising, or inventory planning&mdash;preferably in retail, distribution, or manufacturing.</li>
<li>Person must be a self-starter, self-sufficient and comfortable working independently. Must take initiative to create new reports or analyze the business from a new angle.</li>
<li>Experience in synthetic turf, horticulture, landscaping, or building products is a plus.</li>
</ul><div>Technical Skills</div>
<ul><li>Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros). Intermediate to advanced SQL, BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) and PowerPoint.</li>
<li>Familiarity with ERP systems and forecasting tools.</li>
<li>Statistical or financial modeling experience preferred.</li>
</ul><div>Personal Attributes</div>
<ul><li>Self-motivated, adaptable, project-driven problem-solver.</li>
<li>Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, sense of urgency.</li>
<li>Excellent presentation, communication, and cross-functional leadership.</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.</li>
</ul><div><b>COMPENSATION:</b></div>
<ul><li>Competitive compensation based on experience</li>
<li>Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance</li>
<li>401(k) Retirement Plan with company match</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development and advancement</li>
</ul><div><b>WHY JOIN US?</b></div>
<div>At TenCate Grass US, we offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where innovation and excellence are valued. Join us to be part of a team that is dedicated to creating sustainable and high-quality synthetic turf solutions.</div></div>

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Financial Merchandising Analyst