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at birdman, we move fast, think big, and raise the bar every day.
we don't settle for "reporting" — we build tools that shape decisions.
we don't wait for alignment — we create it through data, action and ownership.
we're looking for someone who thrives under pressure, takes full accountability, and can use data to push our commercial strategy across modern trade mx, traditional mx, and us b&m to the next level.
this is not a "support" role.
this is a builder's role.
if you've ever felt like you could do more if they let you — this is the place that will let you.
overview
at birdman, we move fast, think big, and raise the bar every day.
we don't settle for "reporting" — we build tools that shape decisions.
we don't wait for alignment — we create it through data, action and ownership.
we're looking for someone who thrives under pressure, takes full accountability, and can use data to push our commercial strategy across modern trade mx, traditional mx, and us b&m to the next level.
this is not a "support" role.
this is a builder's role.
if you've ever felt like you could do more if they let you — this is the place that will let you.
the role
as a commercial strategy specialist, you will be the engine behind our power bi dashboards, forecasting alignment, and automated reporting flows.
you'll work directly with commercial, finance, and supply teams to build clarity and direction into our sales operations, making insights actionable from day one.
this role is cpfr-powered, bi-centered, and execution-minded.
your mission
enable smarter, faster and more accurate decision-making across all commercial ops by:
* owning forecasting and coverage logic
* connecting execution data (sell-out, osa, fill rate, forecast accuracy) into powerful dashboards
* building automations and tools to eliminate operational blind spots
* supporting wbrs, mbrs, and commercial cadences with real insights — not vanity metrics
key responsibilities
forecasting, cpfr & business intelligence
* align forecast and retail execution logic across mx & us
* analyze gaps in inventory, coverage and rotation and propose corrective actions
* build power bi dashboards to centralize key kpis (sell-out, otif, forecast accuracy, osa)
* lead forecast vs actuals reviews and partner with demand & supply
automation & reporting
* automate routine reporting using power bi, power automate or other tools
* standardize reporting logic across mx modern, traditional and us b&m
* turn ad-hoc tasks into scalable systems
cross-functional execution
* act as analytical partner to commercial, kams, finance and ops
* support new launches or execution pivots through data
* join wbr and mbr cadences bringing clear takeaways and decision points
requirements
basic requirements
academic
bachelor's degree in engineering, business analytics, applied math, actuarial or related field
we value academic excellence and fast-learning above all
tools & technical
* power bi, power query, dax, advanced excel
* bonus: sql, python, zapier, vba
* familiarity with erp/retail systems (sap, retail link, dsps, sai)
experience
* 1-2 years as business analyst, demand planner, bi analyst or commercial ops analyst
* experience in retail/cpg/fmcg is a plus
* hands-on experience with cpfr-type logic, even if the title wasn't cpfr
soft skills & culture fit
* ownership: you solve problems, not report them
* bias for action: you move fast with what you have
* think big: you simplify processes to scale
* high standards: you don't ship work you wouldn't sign with your name
* learn & be curious: you actively look for better tools, better logic, better questions
* have supported multiple regions or channels with unified dashboards
bonus if...
* you've built forecasting or rotation models in power bi
* you've led forecast vs sell-out reviews
* you've worked in fast-paced, high-expectation cultures like startups or hypergrowth cpgs
ready to join a team that works fast, thinks big and builds with purpose?
apply now and be the analytical powerhouse behind birdman's next stage of growth.
power the plant-based revolution — one dashboard, one decision, one action at a time.
seniority level
* seniority level
mid-senior level
employment type
* employment type
full-time
job function
* job function
analyst
* industries
technology, information and internet
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