Thoucentric - Business Analyst - Trade Programs & Distribution Systems (3-5 yrs)

About Us

Thoucentric is the Consulting arm of Xoriant, a prominent digital engineering services company with 5000+ employees. We are headquartered in Bangalore with presence across multiple locations in India, US, UK, Singapore & Australia Globally.

As the Consulting business of Xoriant, We help clients with Business Consulting, Program & Project Management, Digital Transformation, Product Management, Process & Technology Solutioning and Execution including Analytics & Emerging Tech areas cutting across functional areas such as Supply Chain, Finance & HR, Sales & Distribution across US, UK, Singapore and Australia. Our unique consulting framework allows us to focus on execution rather than pure advisory. We are working closely with marquee names in the global consumer & packaged goods (CPG) industry, new age tech and start-up ecosystem. Xoriant (Parent entity) started in 1990 and is a Sunnyvale, CA headquartered digital engineering firm with offices in the USA, Europe, and Asia. Xoriant is backed by ChrysCapital, a leading private equity firm. Our strengths are now combined with Xoriants capabilities in AI & Data, cloud, security and operations services proven for 30 years.

We have been certified as "Great Place to Work" by AIM and have been ranked as "50 Best Firms for Data Scientists to Work For".

We have an experienced consulting team of over 450+ world-class business and technology consultants based across six global locations, supporting clients through their expert insights, entrepreneurial approach and focus on delivery excellence. We have also built point solutions and products through Thoucentric labs using AI/ML in the supply chain space.

Job Description

About Thoucentric

Thoucentric is a boutique management consulting firm driving digital and operational transformation for global clients across FMCG, Retail, Pharma, and Manufacturing industries. We combine strategic thinking, deep domain knowledge, and execution excellence to solve business-critical problems.

Role Summary

We are looking for a high-performing professional with a solid background in FMCG trade processes to lead and optimize distributor scheme management and trade program execution. This role requires a deep understanding of Distributor Management Systems (DMS), Sales Force Automation (SFA) tools, and experience working with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and distributor engagement.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

- Manage end-to-end execution of distributor schemes and trade promotion programs.

- Collaborate with Sales, Finance, and IT teams to automate and streamline payout processes.

- Analyze distributor-level payout data to ensure accuracy, reduce disputes, and optimize financial outcomes.

- Monitor performance of trade programs and suggest improvements based on ROI analysis and market feedback.

- Drive process governance and ensure compliance with payout and claim protocols.

- Support implementation and enhancement of DMS/SFA tools with focus on trade scheme functionalities.

- Serve as a bridge between business and technology for payout automation and distributor onboarding initiatives.

- Contribute to building intellectual capital around best practices in trade program governance and execution.

Required Skills & Experience

- 35 years of experience in FMCG or related industry, with project or product management exposure.

- Strong understanding of trade schemes, distributor incentives, and sales structures.

- Proven experience with DMS and SFA platforms, with a focus on scheme configuration and reporting.

- Strong analytical ability and comfort working with data to derive insights and drive business decisions.

- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

- Exposure to scheme payout automation or finance system integration is a strong plus

Benefits

What a BI Consultant role at Thoucentric will offer you?

Opportunity to define your career path and not as enforced by a manager

A great consulting environment with a chance to work with Fortune 500 companies and startups alike.

A dynamic but relaxed and supportive working environment that encourages personal

development.

Be part of One Extended Family. We bond beyond work - sports, get-togethers, common interests etc.

Work in a very enriching environment with Open Culture, Flat Organization and Excellent Peer Group.

Be part of the exciting Growth Story of Thoucentric!