Sleep Number

Company Overview

Sleep Number team members are part of a passionate, purpose-driven culture that supports improving the health and wellbeing of society through higher quality sleep. We are not just focused on our customers, however; being employed by Sleep Number means your personal wellbeing is important, too. As we continue to grow, we are looking for team members who will bring their unique personalities, backgrounds, and skills to work. Whether you are entering, returning, or experienced in the workforce, we have a place for you.

In our 35+ years in the industry we have improved over 14 million lives, and we are just getting started. With 5,000+ team members nationwide supporting work disciplines from technology to manufacturing, retail stores to field services technicians, corporate teams to customer service, we are a sleep innovation leader because of our team members. Now is a great time to join us as we invest further in our people and sleep innovation. #TeamSleepNumber

Position Purpose

In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving financial planning and analysis (FP&A), sales and operations planning (S&OP), and integrated planning with counterparts in other enterprise functions through the sales lens. You will play a pivotal role in aligning our sales and marketing strategies with operational execution, ensuring financial discipline, and driving profitable growth.

Primary Responsibilities

• Partner with business partners to lead strategic and annual planning processes; ensure tight linkage with business and financial objectives; facilitate setting financial targets and objectives and work with the team to build plans to achieve objectives
• Lead ongoing execution and financial forecasting activities consistent with fast-changing demands on the business; plan and execute for improving financial results
• Proactively manage ongoing risks and opportunities, and drive decision making and resources to deliver against both the annual and long-term Strategic Plans
• Serve as financial leader and strategic thought partner for business leadership, advising on investment decisions, risk trade-offs, and gap closure
• Align marketing investment and promotional activities to support sales objectives, maximizing variable margin dollars and strategically aligned, healthy growth
• Coach and develop outcome-oriented professionals in supported business function(s) and within Finance, build enhanced capabilities through talent development, ongoing coaching, and performance management.
• Proactively strengthen working relationships throughout the organization in support of business objectives.
• Responsible for internal controls and disclosure controls for quarterly signoff for operations and finance areas.

Key Performance Indicators

• Customer demand and net sales growth, market share
• Variable gross profit performance
• Effectiveness of promotional actions and overall marketing effectiveness
• Sales plan forecast accuracy

Position Requirements

• 10+ years experience in Finance with direct leadership experience
• Proven track record of successfully implementing and optimizing sales planning processes in a large, complex organization
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization
• Experience managing and developing high-performing teams
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field; an MBA is a plus
• Experience working in a consumer goods industry is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge:

• Finance: Comprehensive understanding of financial accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management principles
• Sales planning: In-depth knowledge of planning frameworks, methodologies, and best practices
• Consumer Goods Industry: Knowledge of the specific dynamics, trends, and challenges of the consumer goods industry (if applicable)
• Technology: Familiarity with data analytics tools, visualization software, and collaborative platforms used in planning processes

Skills:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights and translate business strategy into operational plans
• Analytical & Problem-Solving: Skillful in analyzing complex data, identifying trends, and proposing solutions to business challenges
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communication skills to present information effectively and build strong relationships across all levels of the organization
• Leadership & Team Management: Ability to motivate, develop, and lead a high-performing IBP team
• Change Management: Expertise in driving organizational change and adoption of new processes and technologies
• Negotiation & Influence: Skillful in negotiation and influencing others to gain buy-in for fucntional initiatives

Abilities:

• Decision-Making: Ability to make sound judgments based on incomplete information and under pressure
• Time Management & Organization: Skilled in managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• Critical Thinking & Creativity: Ability to think critically, challenge assumptions, and develop innovative solutions
• Relationship Building: Ability to build trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders across the organization
• Learning Agility: Ability to stay current with industry trends and best practices in sales planning and continuously learn new skills

Wellbeing

Our company's purpose is to improve the health and wellbeing of society.

Wellbeing is more than a catchphrase - it's a movement that permeates our company and through our team members. We are dedicated to enhancing and supporting the wellbeing of our team members and their families through benefits, programs, and resources across our five wellbeing pillars of emotional, financial, career, community, and physical health, with sleep at the center.

By joining our team, in addition to offering competitive pay programs, we are proud to offer eligible team members an extensive benefits package including, but not limited to medical and pharmacy benefits, dental, life and disability insurance, a matched 401(k) Plan, paid time off, and much more.

Examples of how we invest in your wellbeing:

• Sleep - Our 360® smart bed for team members, and discounts on our innovations and sleep solutions for yourself and friends and family throughout the year.
• Physical - Wide range of wellbeing resources and services through our medical plans to improve your physical health. 
• Emotional - Access to mental health resources, caregiving support, paid time off and parental leave to support your emotional wellbeing. Work for your day flexibility, available for select corporate roles. 
• Financial - Competitive base and variable pay programs, ability to save for the future through a matched 401(k) plan and financial support to recover from an illness or injury.
• Community - Paid time off for volunteering and connections to our communities through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives, and support for charitable causes.
• Career - Opportunities for career development and continuous learning, including a tuition reimbursement program.

Safety

Safety is a top priority for Sleep Number supporting customers and team members wellbeing. COVID-19 Precaution(s) are in place consistent with CDC guidelines, U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA), and state/local laws.

EEO Statement

Sleep Number is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, marital status, religion, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is Sleep Number’s policy to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process, consistent with applicable law. We may require supporting medical or religious documentation where applicable and permissible by law. If you are a qualified individual, you may request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the selection process, including if you are unable or otherwise limited in your ability to access open roles here.