Sr. Financial Analyst

Winnipeg, MBMeet Tilray WellnessTilray Wellness is a division of Tilray, a global pioneer in the research, cultivation, production, and distribution of cannabis and hemp, currently serving patients and consumers in five continents. Within North America, Tilray Wellness is focused on unlocking the power of hemp to support holistic health. The cornerstone of the Wellness portfolio is Manitoba Harvest, the world’s largest hemp foods company. Manitoba Harvest offers a portfolio of hemp food products to consumers across North America. We are proud to be a Certified B Corporation among a community of companies who meet higher standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.Our culture fosters entrepreneurial behaviors and collaborative solution discovery. We value doing the right thing, humility, serving the community, passion, productive discussion, and fun. As we harvest and harness the power of hemp, we are cultivating the world in which we want to live. One full of strong bodies, healthy hearts, and open minds. We are looking for team members who will embrace our purpose, believe in our values, fuel our culture, and spread the power of Hemp.SCOPEReporting to the Sr. Director, Finance, the Sr. Financial Analyst plays a critical role in improving cross functional forecasting in Wellness and Tilray Alternative Beverages. This position will facilitate the demand, trade and margin review process by working cross functionally to develop and communicate the most accurate sales, trade and margin forecast/budget for leadership. They will facilitate dialogue and work cross functionally with the team to analyze ROI and develop action plans. They continuously develop forecasting tools to streamline forecasting processes, improve forecast accuracy and create supply chain efficiency.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESForecast/ConsensusDrive and influence the execution, performance and continuous improvement of the shipment forecast/budget for all brands and new items. Team member is responsible for mastering multiple information sources to develop a demand forecast: shipments, consumption, weeks of supply, promotional lift, ACV, velocity, market penetration.Drive and influence trade analytics forecast/budget, reviewing ROI of existing programs and influencing future trade plans in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Innovation and Operations teams.Enhance and develop process to forecast/budget COGS, enabling GM transparency by business.Present forecast performance in the monthly Sales and Operations Planning meetings.Provide meaningful insights and transparency by leading weekly tracking in Pacing meetings.Process ImprovementDrive and facilitate key processes, as well as identify and develop new processes as required.Drive optimization as primary resource on behalf of sales team in refinement of an S&OP process.Develop process to assess ROI on existing trade and optimize for future.SystemsProvide expertise as we continue to utilize the systems (Business Central, Sage, Excel) to enhance the future state of the Demand Planning process.Lead Trade Optimization project with external consultants.Analytics/ReportingResponsible for the design, implementation, performance and maintenance of reporting (current and new), ensuring standardization in metrics, calculations, data sources and terminology.Drive and influence the monthly branded sales report review and forecast financial lock process.Monitor the demand plan performance (forecast error, accuracy, bias) by measuring actual versus planned performance at multiple planning levels. Prepare performance metrics and distribute to collaborators as feedback for continuous improvement.Develop comprehensive opportunity analysis, including volume, funding and resource allocation considerations.Support both tactical and strategic decision-making with regards to brand, shopper and retailer investments.Work closely with Finance, Sales, and Operations organization in the forecasting and management of trade strategies.Utilize Business Central to improve efficiencies within above mentioned processes.QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, or Supply Chain Management.Minimum of 5-10 years of previous experience in Planning or Supply Chain data analysis or similar role.Excellent data management and strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.Ability to manage multiple tasks / priorities and lead cross-functional projects.Ability to self-start and work proactively.Ability to problem-solve, adapt to changing customer demands and sense of urgency.High level proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office.Able to prepare and conduct presentations and meetings.Detail oriented with solid investigative skills.Proven ability to manage multiple projects and timelines and work flexible schedule when required.WORKING CONDITIONSComputer usage.Extra hours as required.Some travel.Frequent interactions with others internal and external.CONFIDENTIALITYResponsible to preserve and safeguard all confidential information that comes to their knowledge in the course of employment with Fresh Hemp Foods Ltd.Responsible to observe and comply with the policies of the Company and applicable legal requirements with respect to confidential information and the protection of privacy.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. Fresh Hemp Foods Ltd. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.About Tilray Brands, Inc.Tilray Brands, Inc. (Tilray) (Nasdaq: TLRY; TSX: TLRY), is a leading global lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company with operations in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and Latin America that is leading as a transformative force at the nexus of cannabis, beverage, wellness, and entertainment, elevating lives through moments of connection. Tilray’s mission is to be a leading premium lifestyle company with a house of brands and innovative products that inspire joy, wellness and create memorable experiences. Tilray’s unprecedented platform supports over 40 brands in over 20 countries, including comprehensive cannabis offerings, hemp-based foods, and craft beverages.Tilray welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace.Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.Please note that Tilray does not authorize, engage, or sponsor any consultants, agencies or organizations that seek certain personal or financial information from you (e.g. passwords, login ids, credit card information). Tilray does not charge any application, processing or onboarding fee at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process.When replying to emails, please ensure the sender's name and email address match exactly. 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