Business Analyst, Menards

American Standard•Eau Claire, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Sales team, you will support our go-to-market execution by providing clear, actionable analysis. You’ll monitor category performance, track customer demand, and evaluate competitive movements to guide sales strategy and product decisions. Your insights help the team anticipate needs, improve forecasting accuracy, and ensure we deliver the right products to the right customers. The Onsite Analyst serves as the primary operational and analytical partner to Menards, working closely with Menards analysts to review business performance, align on forecasts, and drive strong in-stock results. This role supports ordering, logistics, promotions, new product launches, and reporting while maintaining a consistent onsite presence at Menards’ Eau Claire, WI headquarters (minimum four days per week). Travel is minimal.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business or Finance preferred.
Proficiency in Excel, Google applications, SAP, and related analytical tools.
Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Onsite at Menards Eau Claire headquarters at least four days per week; minimal travel.

Nice To Haves

New Graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Review sales and purchase forecasts, recommend adjustments, and proactively identify risks to inventory availability.
Analyze POS trends, promotional calendars, and historical performance to develop accurate weekly demand forecasts.
Partner with Menards analysts in weekly business reviews covering service levels, backorders, out-of-stocks, promotions, and forecast trends.
Manage orders across Menards’ 11 DCs to maintain in-stock levels and meet service targets.
Monitor open POs, provide updated ETAs, and escalate delays—especially those affecting promotions.
Coordinate with Hutchins on trailer prioritization, truck scheduling, and back-order allocation.
Ensure system alignment between Menards and internal platforms.
Support upcoming promotions with forecasts and replenishment plans; recap performance and identify learnings.
Recommend initial order quantities and base forecasts for new SKUs; track performance and adjust as needed.
Manage new store order files, shipment tracking, and early-stage sales monitoring.
Resolve guest quality issues, coordinate replacement parts, and manage special orders or substitutions.
Keep Menards buyers informed of issues, delays, or corrective actions.
Deliver weekly and monthly summaries covering sales, service levels, promotional results, and key highlights.
Explain major variances in sales, service levels, and turns, including YTD context and improvement plans.
Provide updates on new stores, product rollouts, and other relevant activities.