Client Insights Consultant II - CVS GM/Consumables Merchandising Lead

Client Insights Consultant II – CVS GM/Consumables Merchandising Lead

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Circana is the leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior. Through unparalleled technology, advanced analytics, cross-industry data, and deep expertise, we provide clarity that helps almost 7,000 of the world’s leading brands and retailers take action and unlock business growth. We understand more about the complete consumer, the complete store, and the complete wallet so our clients can go beyond the data to apply insights, ignite innovation, meet consumer demand, and outpace the competition.

 

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What will you be doing?

In this client-facing consulting role, you will play a key part in driving business impact through the utilization of market measurement, consumer panel, loyalty card and supply chain insights into decision making.  As an Insights Consultant, you will work closely with multiple CVS General Merchandise (GM) and Consumables Merchant clients making a meaningful impact on decision making.  This includes developing a clear understanding of the business problem, designing the analytical approach, formulating, and testing hypotheses, synthesizing data findings into actionable insights, and developing and presenting tailor-made recommendations.

About you

Successful candidates will have previous experience with and exposure to big data, advanced data analysis, as well as relevant consulting experience in a client-facing capacity.  This individual is energized by the "detective work" of discovering opportunities hidden inside each new business challenge.  In addition, competitive candidates will bring a demonstrated track-record of creative problem-solving and the ability to create logical, concise, highly polished, and persuasive stories that create a call to action.

 

Job Responsibilities

•  Build client rapport rapidly and proactively lead efforts to identify business opportunities, utilizing available Circana data sources and solutions.
•  Develop and apply creative, advanced analytical approaches to problem solving
•  Translate and communicate complex ideas effectively and in clear, concise, easy to understand terms, both verbally and in writing
•  Integrate the use of Circana solutions and insights into CVS Merchandising processes and business decisions
•  Train and drive broad utilization and adoption of Circana solutions and insights within CVS Merchandising
•  Proactively drive efforts to build Merchant advocacy for the Gateway commercial program growth and retention
•  Work across multiple CVS business teams as needed on cross functional business initiatives such as Price and Promotions, Store Brands, Marketing, Digital, and Inventory
•  Work in close collaboration with Circana’s Client Service and Delivery team to ensure platform stability and accuracy.
•  Lead, manage and be accountable for the professional training and development of an analyst-level direct report

 

Required Skills and Qualifications

•  7+ years of relevant client-facing consulting experience with evidence of a distinctive career trajectory
•  Demonstrated track-record of delivering positive business outcomes and evidence of a positive career trajectory
•  Relevant Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), or Marketing Analytics experience or knowledge is desired
•  Undergraduate degree required, with a concentration in business, economics, or another quantitative field preferred
•  Master's degree in business, analytics or related discipline preferred
•  Results driven with a high level of initiative and responsibility, dedication to excellence, a strong work ethic, and positive demeanor
•  Intellectually curious and able to think both strategically and tactically
•  Strong executive presence, poise, and polish
•  Able to cope with ambiguity and change, shift gears comfortably, decide and act without having the total picture, and handle risk and uncertainty effectively
•  Exceptional organizational skills, time management, attention to detail, and follow thr