Project Manager, Enterprise Planning Retail FP&A

Wakefern Food Corp.; Edison (NJ); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakefern Food Corp. is seeking a Project Manager, Enterprise Planning, to lead the strategic management, maintenance, and evolution of the Planning Analytics platform. You will build governance, guide two FP&A analysts, and partner with Finance, IT, and member organizations to deliver scalable solutions.

This hybrid role (4 days on-site, 1 day remote) requires 3–5 years of TM1/TI experience, scripting, and automation skills, plus strong communication and change management capabilities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on TM1/PA experience including TI development, scripting, and automation.
• Strong understanding of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial statements.
• Experience managing enterprise planning apps with multi-environment support, focusing on performance and governance.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; PAW/PAfE and financial reporting tools preferred.
• Proven ability to lead projects, manage priorities, and coordinate cross-functional initiatives.
• Leadership experience: coaching, mentoring, developing team members, and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and enhance the Planning Analytics platform, including integrations, performance monitoring, environment upgrades, and deployment activities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of two FP&A analysts; provide direction and growth opportunities.
• Set team priorities, manage workloads, and ensure timely delivery of initiatives and support.
• Partner with Finance, Accounting, and Membership to translate requirements into scalable Planning Analytics solutions.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning with accurate data within Planning Analytics.
• Provide stakeholder support, user training, and documentation of system enhancements and governance.
• Establish and maintain Planning Analytics governance standards, data management, and controls.
• Drive continuous improvement by leveraging AI, automation, and advanced analytics to enhance processes.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Cross-functional collaboration

Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or related field

Tools

IBM Planning Analytics (TM1)

TurboIntegrator (TI)

Planning Analytics Workspace (PAW)

Planning Analytics for Excel (PAfE)

Microsoft Copilot

Job description

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Morton Williams®, Dearborn Markets®, Fairway Markets® and Gourmet Garage® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best-in-class procurement practices.

About You

The Project Manager, Enterprise Planning, will be responsible for the strategic management, maintenance, and evolution of Wakefern's FP&A tools. This role requires 3-5 years of hands-on experience with IBM Planning Analytics (TM1), including TurboIntegrator (TI) process development, scripting, automation, and performance optimization. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction for the Planning Analytics platform, lead governance and innovation initiatives, develop a high-performing team, and build strong cross-functional partnerships to deliver impactful business solutions.

Essential Job Functions:

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manage and enhance the Planning Analytics platform, including system integrations, performance monitoring, environment upgrades, automation, and the delivery of new development, system enhancements, testing, and deployment activities.


• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of two FP&A analysts, providing direction, coaching, performance feedback, and growth opportunities to support both individual and team success.


• Establish team priorities, manage workloads, and ensure the timely delivery of Planning Analytics initiatives, support activities, and project commitments.


• Partner with Finance, Accounting, and Membership teams to translate business requirements into scalable Planning Analytics solutions and process improvements.


• Support Enterprise budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities by ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and availability of financial data within the Planning Analytics environment.


• Provide leadership in stakeholder support, user training, documentation, and communication of system enhancements, project status, best practices, and recommendations to FP&A teams, Member organizations, and key stakeholders.


• Establish and maintain Planning Analytics governance standards, data management practices, and controls to ensure the accuracy, security, and integrity of enterprise planning data.


• Drive continuous improvement and innovation by identifying opportunities to leverage Planning Analytics, AI, automation, and advanced analytics to enhance business processes, reporting, and decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.


• Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience with IBM Planning Analytics (TM1), including system administration, TurboIntegrator (TI) process development, business rules, and scripting.


• Strong understanding of financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement reporting, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.


• Experience managing enterprise planning applications and supporting multiple environments with a focus on system performance, data integrity, security, and governance.


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Planning Analytics Workspace (PAW), Planning Analytics for Excel (PAfE), and financial reporting tools preferred.


• Proven ability to lead projects, manage competing priorities, and coordinate cross-functional initiatives from requirements gathering through implementation.


• Demonstrated leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring, and developing team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.


• Strong people management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate teams, delegate effectively, manage performance, and build a positive, high-performing work environment.


• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly language.


• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous process improvement and automation.


• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.


• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with Finance, Accounting, IT, and business stakeholders while providing exceptional support to both Wakefern FP&A teams and Member organizations.


• Experience leading user training, developing documentation, and supporting change management initiatives related to planning and reporting processes.


• Experience leveraging Microsoft Copilot, AI, automation, or advanced analytics tools to improve financial planning, reporting, decision-making, and business processes.

Additional experience considered a plus

• MBA or Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or a related field.


• Experience within the retail, wholesale, grocery, distribution, or supply chain industries, with an understanding of the unique planning, merchandising, and operational drivers of these businesses.


• Prior experience leading technical resources, consultants, vendors, or cross-functional project teams in support of enterprise technology or finance initiatives.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Availability to work a varied, flexible schedule to meet business demands


• Ability to monitor computer screens for long periods of time


• Ability to work a hybrid schedule as established by the division (4 days on-site, 1 day remote)

Compensation and Benefits

The salary for this position is $100,000-$125,000. Placement in the salary depends on several factors, including experience, skills, education, geography, and budget considerations.

Wakefern is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional development of our Associates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. Associates also enjoy access to wellness and family support programs, fitness reimbursement, educational and training opportunities through our corporate university, and a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. Many of these benefits are fully or partially funded by the company, with some subject to eligibility requirements.

About The Work

This job description is intended to set forth the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of the work performed by associates for this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates to do this job. Associates may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. The Company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require associates to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations or the work environment changes. This document describes the position currently available and is not an employment contract.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position covered by this Job Description is expressly declared to be “at will,” meaning Wakefern has the right to terminate the incumbent’s employment at any time, with or without cause. Any written or oral promises or representations to the contrary are expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any associate. Any change to this “at will” employment status must be in writing and signed by the Vice President of Human Resource.