Merchandise Analyst-REMOTE

MERCHANDISE ANALYST -Remote

General Summary
The Merchandise Analyst partners with all functional areas in the enterprise by leading and developing high-impact, influential analysis utilized for go-forward direction, strategic business decisions and insight into current and future trends. The scope of work includes leading short term and long term analysis, key initiative reporting, ad-hoc analysis, business process development/support and potentially a direct report. The Merchandise Analyst collaborates as a creative thought partner who initiates intentional, thoughtful and timely analysis that supports and guides the strategy of DSW.

Reports to:  Director DSW Analytics

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
•    Understand customer requirements and data availability 
•    Expertise across multi-disciplines within the area
•    Collaborate with key business partners to identify and develop ad-hoc analysis
•    Influence and interpret analytic questions to be answered
•    Provide succinct, audience-adapted analysis
•    Develop accurate reporting and analysis on agreed timelines
•    Engage peers and/or supervisor to overcome obstacles to ensure timelines are met
•    Develop and present analysis supporting strategic initiatives and/or big idea questions
•    Produce assigned reporting and analysis in a timely and accurate fashion

Required Skills:
•    Highly developed analytical skills including application of retail mathematics/statistics
•    Ability to translate conclusions from individual contributor to executive audiences
•    Strong organizational skills & ability to manage multiple tasks/projects at once
•    Proven track record of managing multi-data sources to draw conclusions
•    Effective personal communication
•    Proficient with Microsoft Office; strong Excel skills including Power Pivot

Competencies
SETTING GOALS – Creates and follow effective plans. Anticipates risks, creates contingency plans. Aligns plans with goals. Allocates adequate resources. Accepts and supports change. Willing to take risks and suggests new ideas, approaches. Takes initiative. Seeks out learning activities. 

WORKING WITH OTHERS – Clearly articulates own, other’s goals. Promotes a team atmosphere by demonstrating humility and respect. Builds effective relationships, relates well to others. Delivers and responds to feedback in a constructive manner. Considers multiple perspectives. Handles conflict, pressure, uncertainty and adapts independently. Meets commitments. Dedicated to working with business partners on their expectations.

GETTING RESULTS – Personally accountable for work performance targets and achieving results. Prioritizes well. Anticipates and handles obstacles effectively. Makes good, timely decisions. Can simply and process complex problems. Understands underlying issues and addresses root causes. Meets deadlines, works until finished.

Minimum Experience:
•    3+ years in corporate retail in MP&A, Buying, Marketing, or Finance roles

Preferred Qualifications:
•    Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience