Senior Analyst Supplier Analytics

Summary

Sr Analyst Client RetainerSupports external customers in growing their core business with accurate and insightful data analysis. Knowledge of and experience with industry software tools to create, edit, and analyze complex reports, graphs, and presentations. Client-facing with a deep understanding of manufacturer and retailer processes, available data, and client objectives to create compelling narratives that drive results. Make sound decisions and the ability to take initiative and accountability for the accuracy of information. Independently take ownership of projects to completion by effectively coordinating all the necessary resources. Resolve complex, non-routine problems, and issues where no precedent has been established or exists with no supervision.

Responsibilities

The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

 

Position Summary Supports external customers in growing their core business with accurate and insightful data analysis. Knowledge of and experience with industry software tools to create, edit, and analyze complex reports, graphs, and presentations. Client-facing with a deep understanding of manufacturer and retailer processes, available data, and client objectives to create compelling narratives that drive results. Make sound decisions and the ability to take initiative and accountability for the accuracy of information. Independently take ownership of projects to completion by effectively coordinating all the necessary resources. Resolve complex, non-routine problems, and issues where no precedent has been established or exists with no supervision.

 

Essential Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesData Analysis/Interpretation/Recommendation•Leverage a broad range of data metrics, tools, and analytics to identify opportunities and deliver insights to our customers and clients•Craft engaging, data-driven stories that effectively communicate findings, actionable tactics and strategies, making insights accessible and impactful•Define major business opportunities by prioritizing information to support the goals of our Clients, Customers, and Company

 

External Client Management and Project Support•Build collaborative relationships with clients, engaging on key business issues and developing strategies, business cases, insights and recommendations to drive clients’ business•Perform project management duties by executing project schedules and deadlines, monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, resolving problems, and ensuring timely deliverables•Communicate effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions with project management•Provide business updates and track overall business KPI’s for management and executive team•Manage and maintain ongoing strategic and collaborative relationships

 

Miscellaneous/Training•Participate in job-related data and tool trainings, internal team meetings and perform ad hoc analytical projects as needed 

 

Supervisory ResponsibilitiesDirect Reports- This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reportsIndirect Reports- May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports

 

Travel and/or Driving Requirements• Travel and/or Driving is not a requirement

 

Minimum Qualifications The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job• Education Level: - (Required): Bachelor's degree in Analytics, Statistics, Math, Business, or Comparable Field of Study

 

6-8 years of experience

 

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities • Well-organized and strong attention to detail and accuracy• Good communication skills (written and oral) and strong interpersonal skills• Microsoft Office Experience: Mastery of Excel, Word, PowerPoint• Nielsen &/or Circana data pulling/systems experience• CPG Data knowledge/experience and ability to leverage data to tell a business driving story• CPG Industry knowledge including Retailer names, locations, channels, etc.• Client management ability and experience (manage expectations, timelines, host check-ins, etc.)

Environmental & Physical Requirements

Office / Sedentary RequirementsIncumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of