Planning​/Analytics Associate

Gorilla Commerce is seeking a Planning/Analytics Associate with a strong passion for data analytics. The ideal candidate thrives in Excel, statistical modeling, and transforming large datasets from multiple systems into actionable insights and strategies. Agility, organization, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a constantly changing and ambiguous business environment are essential. In this role, you will help guide product-level strategic business outlook by forecasting demand units, in relation to pricing, advertising, and other key metrics, creating plans that drive day-to-day execution across cross‑functional teams.

You’ll become an expert in and help manage our planning system (Toolio) and provide guidance to our global team.
As the team grows and evolves, you will help build tools, dashboards, reports, process documentation, and presentations that will be used by the team and shared company‑wide to ensure alignment and educate cross‑functional partners.

• We’re a leading e‑commerce company focused on creating high‑quality, affordable products that make everyday life easier.
• Headquartered in Norwalk, CT, we are a Top 10 Amazon U.S. seller with rapid growth and expanding into an omnichannel presence.
• Known for our flagship brand, Gorilla Grip, we combine creativity with data‑driven insights to deliver obsession‑worthy products.
• Fast‑paced, collaborative, and customer‑focused environment where innovation and growth thrive.
• Rapid growth and ambitious plans to expand our reach and evolve into a true omnichannel business.

• Forecasting and Planning:
  • Build SKU‑level plans across the entire product portfolio, incorporating current market conditions and historical sales performance, using both statistical models and business insights.
  • Monitor and improve forecast accuracy by analyzing velocity of sales, seasonality curves, and promotional impacts to reduce overstock and out‑of‑stock situations.
  • Support communication of forecast changes and business implications to cross‑functional stakeholders.
  • Leverage third‑party and internal data sources to validate existing forecasts and establish a comprehensive growth strategy and forecasts for new business ventures (e.g., new marketplaces, product listings, SKUs).
  • Product Assortment Optimization:
    Ensure that product listings meet required performance standards and provide recommendations for expanding successful products or exiting underperforming ones.
• Reporting/Data:
  • Create and update performance reports that capture monthly, weekly, and daily metrics as we evolve into an omnichannel business.
  • Lead the production of reports for ad‑hoc requests, transforming large datasets into actionable insights and strategies.
  • Provide analytical support to cross‑functional teams on high‑priority projects.
  • Help maintain data integrity throughout all reporting and systems.
• Business Processes:
  • Enable scalability for future growth by improving business process/infrastructure.
  • Create documentation and provide training to team members on new processes and systems.

• BA/BS degree in a related field and equivalent work experience.
• 2–5 years of proven success in demand/merchandise/supply planning, category/consumer analytics, or other related field.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (Power Pivot, Power Query, data transformation mandatory), PowerPoint, and Word.
• Identifies informational needs and efficiently organizes, analyzes, and builds reports from large data sets in Excel or internal systems (e.g., Net Suite, Power‑BI, Toolio).
• Amazon and Walmart Marketplace experience is a plus.
• Balance of creative and analytical mindset.
• Thrives in a high‑performance, fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Love to roll up sleeves and do all aspects of the work.
• Relentless attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate across multiple functions.
• Able to handle multiple tasks/projects with adherence to deadlines.

• Competitive Benefits Package
  • Health Coverage:
    Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, including a free medical option.
  • 401(k) with Company Match.
  • Paid Time…