Fall 2026: Strategic Planning Operations Co-op, New Product Development (July to December)

SharkNinja; Needham (MA); Hybrid; USD 37,195 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account

Employee product discount

Product testing opportunities

Referral bonuses

Job summary

SharkNinja is seeking a detail-oriented candidate to support the end-to-end forecasting process for new product launches in Needham, MA. This role requires effective analytical and communication skills and a background in retail fundamentals. As part of the Early Talent Program, you will collaborate with various stakeholders while honing your skills. The position offers an hourly pay range of $27–$30 USD, plus benefits such as medical insurance and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Must have a solid understanding of retail fundamentals including incrementality and market share dynamics.
• Curiosity and creativity to seek deeper insights.
• Ability to quickly identify trends and risks.

Responsibilities

• Champion global NPD forecasts by connecting supply and commercial strategies.
• Analyze data to enable flawless new product transitions.
• Communicate launch strategies to key stakeholders.
• Prepare and present status of NPD global forecast monthly.

Skills

Retail fundamentals understanding

Analytical skills

Effective communication skills

Creativity

Education

Current student in the third year or beyond of a bachelor's program or recent graduate

Tools

Excel

Job description

About SharkNinja

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5‑star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by the trusted brands Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of disruptive innovation and growth across multiple product categories. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts, SharkNinja employs more than 4,100 associates and sells its products through key retailers, online and offline, and distributors worldwide.

Position Details

Work Period: July 2026 to December 2026.
Location & Schedule: This is a full‑time, 40‑hour‑per‑week position requiring a minimum of 3 days per week onsite at Needham, MA, with the remaining days worked remotely. No relocation or housing assistance is offered.

Early Talent Program

The role is part of the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience, an early‑career program designed to provide meaningful projects, professional development opportunities, community events, and networking with leaders.

Job Summary

Support the end‑to‑end forecasting process for new product launches by digging into projections for each item family, identifying risks and opportunities by customer, and delivering accurate and actionable global forecasts. Reporting into the Strategic Planning Operations team, collaborate closely with stakeholders across Strategic Sales & Analytics, Supply Planning, Marketing, Sales, and Product Development.

Responsibilities

• Champion global NPD forecasts by connecting supply plan, commercial strategy, and sales strategy.
• Analyze and dot‑connect data to enable flawless NPD transitions.
• Ensure launch dates, strategies, and forecasts are actively communicated to key stakeholders.
• Support the NPD Sales Commits / Breakthrough target process globally so Operations and Product Development can validate the roadmap.
• Prepare and present the status of NPD global forecast on a monthly cycle.
• Partner with Supply Planning to drive an inventory big‑bet process on NPD.
• Pressure‑test new product forecasts by building high/medium/low scenarios by country to guide the innovation pipeline.
• See firsthand how demand planning connects to strategy, innovation, and execution in a fast‑moving global business.

Attributes & Skills

• Education: Current student in the third year or beyond of a bachelor’s program, or a recent graduate (within the past year).
• Full‑time schedule with a minimum of 3 days onsite per week in Needham, MA.
• Solid understanding of retail fundamentals, including incrementality, cannibalization, and market share dynamics.
• Curiosity and creativity, always asking "why" and seeking deeper insight.
• Ability to flag trends, anomalies, or risks quickly.
• Generate insights that spark conversation, shape decisions, and drive growth.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, across teams and levels.
• Strong analytical and Excel skills; able to manipulate data, build models, and distill complex information.
• Manage multiple workstreams simultaneously while staying organized, detail‑oriented, and outcome‑focused.
• Embrace ambiguity and learn on the fly.
• Thrive in an environment where speed, agility, and innovation are core to success.
• Embodies SharkNinja's success drivers:
  • Rarely Satisfied – Adopt a "no delays" mentality.
  • Progress over Perfection – Make quick, daily progress and continuously adapt.
  • Details Make the Difference – Coordinate timelines and deliverables to ensure accuracy.
  • Winning is a Team Sport – Build strong cross‑functional relationships.
  • Communicate for Impact – Deliver effective presentations to all levels of management.

Benefits

Hourly Pay Range: $27–$30 USD. Benefits include medical insurance, health savings account (HSA) with company contribution, sick time, company holidays, employee product discount, product testing opportunities, referral bonuses, and more.

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