tonies GmbH

Role Description This role is intended to be a 6 month contract (could be extended per business need), approx. 30 hours / week. The Inventory & Allocation Planner will support day-to-day execution of inventory planning, allocation, and replenishment activities across DTC, retail, marketplace, and wholesale channels. This role is highly data-driven, requiring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The Planner will work closely with the Senior Allocation & Inventory Manager, operations, sales, and demand planning teams to ensure timely and accurate inventory deployment. - Inventory Management & Allocation Support - Execute allocation plans across customer channels based on direction from the Senior Allocation & Inventory Manager. - Monitor inventory positions, sales trends, and inbound shipments to identify risks or gaps. - Adjust allocations and replenishments as needed to reflect updated supply and demand conditions. - Maintain allocation records and ensure accuracy in ERP and planning systems. - Replenishment & Order Fulfillment - Coordinate with 3PL and warehouse teams to ensure on-time order fulfillment according to allocation priorities. - Track inbound inventory and align distribution timing with customer needs and promotional events. - Support product launch allocations and ensure execution against the launch plan. - Analysis & Reporting - Update and maintain key allocation and inventory reports for stakeholders. - Analyze allocation performance and provide insights to improve stock placement and sell-through. - Assist with monitoring slow-moving or excess inventory and recommend redistribution opportunities. - Collaboration & Process Support - Partner with demand planning to ensure allocations reflect the latest sales forecasts. - Communicate allocation changes to sales, operations, and customer service teams in a clear and timely manner. - Support process improvements to increase allocation accuracy and efficiency. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience. - 2–3 years of experience in allocation, inventory management, or supply chain planning, preferably in consumer goods, retail, or e-commerce. - Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP or planning systems. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. - Ability to work collaboratively across teams and adapt in a fast-paced environment. Requirements - Candidates for this role must be based in the US. - The working hours are approximately 30/week.

About tonies: tonies is the globally leading interactive audio platform for children with more than 10 million Tonieboxes and 125 million Tonies sold. The intuitive and award-winning audio system has changed the way young children play and learn independently with its child-safe, wireless, and screen-free approach. Tonieboxes have been activated in over 100 countries, the content portfolio includes around 1,400 Tonies in several languages. Since its inception, tonies has achieved significant milestones, including listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in November 2021 as well as a globally present team of over 550 dedicated professionals operating from various countries. Joining our tonies team means being part of an inspiring mission to create innovative and meaningful experiences for children around the world. Together, we’re shaping the future of play, learning, and imagination. Du als Teil von tonies: You as part of tonies: In this role, the FP&A Analyst will play a central part in driving the company’s financial planning, budgeting, and performance analysis. This role is responsible for transforming raw data into actionable insights through robust financial modeling and collaborative reporting. By partnering with cross-functional department heads and providing deep-dive analysis on pricing and margins, the FP&A Analyst supports strategic decision-making and ensures the company meets its long-term financial objectives. Deine Aufgaben umfassen: Your tasks and responsibilities will include: - Performance Reporting: Create and maintain monthly, quarterly and yearly financial and reporting presentations for senior management. - Forecasting & Budgeting: Assist in developing financial forecasting models and creating annual budgets. - Monthly Close Process: Partner with all department heads to review actual versus budget performance, track and report KPIs by analyzing the results and providing recommendations. - Pricing & Margin Analysis: Analyze pricing strategies to optimize sales and profit margins. - Develop ad-hoc reports and projects as needed Was dich in deiner Ausbildung erwartet: Was wir uns von dir wünschen: What we are looking for: This position requires a strong background in financial planning and analysis with a specific focus on consumer goods or wholesale distribution. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of retail math, inventory flow, and the complexities of selling to major retailers. - 4+ years’ experience in finance role, retail or toy industry preferred - Retail/Toy Expertise: Understanding of margin analysis including Gross-to-Net calculations (allowances, rebates, and freight-out). - Pricing & Margin Analysis - Must be flexible, open to new direction and willing to receive feedback - Expert proficiency in Excel (VBA/Power Query preferred) and PowerPoint for executive-level financial presentations. - Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, or Microsoft Dynamics) and BI tools (e.g., Tableau or Power BI) for data visualization. - Analytical, critical thinking skills and attention to detail - Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills - Willing to collaborate with others and promote a positive work environment Warum tonies? Why tonies? Was unser Software Development ausmacht: What makes our software development unique: Gut zu wissen: Good to know:

About tonies: tonies is the globally leading interactive audio platform for children with more than 10 million Tonieboxes and 125 million Tonies sold. The intuitive and award-winning audio system has changed the way young children play and learn independently with its child-safe, wireless, and screen-free approach. Tonieboxes have been activated in over 100 countries, the content portfolio includes around 1,400 Tonies in several languages. Since its inception, tonies has achieved significant milestones, including listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in November 2021 as well as a globally present team of over 550 dedicated professionals operating from various countries. Joining our tonies team means being part of an inspiring mission to create innovative and meaningful experiences for children around the world. Together, we’re shaping the future of play, learning, and imagination. Du als Teil von tonies: You as part of tonies: In this role, the senior revenue accountant will play a central part in ensuring accurate revenue and accounts receivable accounting, timely customer collections, and precise reconciliation processes. The role helps the Company maintain healthy cash flow, comply with accounting standards, and strengthen customer trust. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams, identify process improvements, and provide insights to management that support strategic decision-making. Deine Aufgaben umfassen: Your tasks and responsibilities will include: Was dich in deiner Ausbildung erwartet: - Lead the accounts receivable, credit & collections activities, including billing reconciliation, B2B and B2C cash collections and application, deduction accruals and reconciliation. - Establish and enhance deduction policies and KPIs. - Perform financial and credit analysis regarding new customer applications, past due accounts, high risk customers and other financial impact areas. Work with credit insurance and factoring banks to establish credit limits on new accounts. - Ensure compliance with appropriate credit policy and regulatory requirements. - Build strong relationships with customers and internal and external partners to assist in deduction dispute resolution. - Reconcile billing for factored customers to monthly bank reports. - Reconcile factored collections against outstanding advances and update monthly journal entries. - Reconcile Ecommerce and Amazon platforms to invoices and payments. - Maintain the allowance for bad debt calculation and trade accruals reconciliation. - Assess, and if necessary, implement additional operational controls. Maintain documentation of all processes. - Support annual, interim and bank audit requests for invoice copies and proof of payment as necessary. Was wir uns von dir wünschen: What we are looking for: This position requires a strong background in accounting principles, an understanding of wholesale distribution business activities, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with both internal teams and customers. You should be comfortable with data analysis, ERP systems, and fast-paced problem-solving. - Demonstrated expertise in account reconciliation. - Retail/Toy Expertise: Understanding of margin analysis including Gross-to-Net calculations (allowances, rebates, and freight-out). - Demonstrated experience with large retail customers and their operating portals. - Strong skills in credit collections and customer account management. - In-depth knowledge of revenue recognition principles and guidelines. - Proficiency with Business Central ERP and/or SAP ERP and accounting software systems. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under tight deadlines. Warum tonies? Why tonies? Was unser Software Development ausmacht: What makes our software development unique: Gut zu wissen: Good to know: