Job Description

Commercial Strategy & Analytics Specialist

About Solaris Paper

Solaris Paper is among the fastest-growing tissue manufacturers in the United States, with facilities in California, Oklahoma, and Virginia. As part of Asia Pulp & Paper Group (APP), one of the world’s largest integrated paper companies, Solaris benefits from global resources while serving North American customers with agility. Our brands include LoCor®, Livi® VPG, and FIORA ®, one of the fastest-growing consumer towel and tissue brands in North America.

Our growth is guided by the APP Sustainable Roadmap Vision 2030, ensuring innovation, supply chain integrity, and a deep commitment to responsible practices. Learn more about our Sustainability Roadmap Vision 2030 and Forest Conservation Policy at:

Position Summary

The Commercial Strategy & Analytics Specialist (CSAS) is a high-impact role that bridges sales analytics, forecasting, and commercialization. This position partners directly with Retail and Private Label Sales leadership to ensure we win bids, launch products seamlessly, and improve decision-making through data-driven insights.

The CSAS will support the forecasting process, provide analytical support for pricing and promotional strategies, and lead commercialization projects from ideation through execution. Acting as the connective tissue across Sales, Marketing, Product Development, Supply Chain, and Finance, this role ensures Solaris Paper maintains speed-to-market, compliance, and flawless customer execution.

Key Responsibilities

Analytics & Forecasting

• Assist sales forecasting and demand planning support for Retail and Private Label channels.
• Analyze customer, market, and category data to identify growth opportunities and improve bid competitiveness.
• Provide reporting and insights to Sales leadership on pricing, margin, and promotional performance.

Commercialization & Execution

• Manage the end-to-end commercialization process for both branded and private label launches.
• Partner with Sales on private label bids, ensuring timely, accurate, and compelling submissions.
• Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional execution from concept to market launch.

Product & Packaging Compliance

• Ensure product and packaging meet retailer, sustainability, and regulatory requirements (How2Recycle, FSC, chain of custody, etc.).
• Partner with Product Development on packaging innovation aligned with customer expectations.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Act as the primary liaison between Sales, Product Development, Supply Chain, Finance, and external vendors.
• Support trade show preparation and retail activation efforts, ensuring integration with broader marketing strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting, analytics, and commercialization processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial strategy, sales operations, or commercialization within CPG, paper/packaging, or related industries.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, data visualization, and/or forecasting tools.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects with tight deadlines.
• Understanding of private label commercialization and retailer expectations.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.

Why Join Solaris Paper?

• Play a pivotal role at the intersection of strategy, analytics, and execution.
• Influence growth across both branded and private label businesses.
• Be part of a company committed to sustainability, innovation, and customer success.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career growth.

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