Data Center Business Development Coordinator

Sonepar

About The Position

Sonepar Management Group (SMG) supports our Sonepar brands (i.e. operating companies) in the US through a shared services model. These services include, but are not limited to: human resources, finance, digital enterprise, supply chain, vendor relations, marketing, legal, and communications. The SMG teams enable our brands to do business in their local regions while taking advantage of the scale and collective resources of a global enterprise.SMG fosters an inclusive and supportive culture. We offer leadership and development programs to help you reach your career goals. Our associates share in our collective achievements, and we firmly believe that Sonepar is “Powered by Difference.” By driving technology and innovation, enabling paths to success, and caring about our people and their families, we have built a workplace where you can build a fulfilling career. Power progress with data. Join a national team accelerating Sonepar’s data center growth by turning market intelligence and internal performance data into clear, actionable insights. This role sits at the center of strategy, analytics, and vendor enablement—helping OpCos execute smarter and faster across a booming segment.

Requirements

3–5 years in market research, competitive intelligence, or business analytics.
Advanced Excel (pivots, formulas) and data visualization skills (Power BI preferred; Tableau/Qlik welcome; GIS mapping a plus).
Clear written/verbal communication and the ability to synthesize complex info into practical recommendations.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the data center construction/electrical contracting space is a plus

Responsibilities

Track the market. Research U.S. data center trends, active and upcoming builds, regional hotspots, competitor moves, and pricing shifts; maintain heat maps and project trackers; publish quarterly competitive summaries and an annual outlook.
Analyze performance. Tie OpCo sales trends (by customer, vendor, category) to market activity; flag gaps/opportunities/risks; support budgeting, forecasting, and KPI visibility for the data center vertical.
Raise data quality. Partner with OpCos to strengthen data governance and SOP alignment; investigate discrepancies and drive data integrity improvements.
Build dashboards. Create and maintain leadership‑ready Power BI/Tableau views that highlight trends, growth opportunities, and performance gaps for national, regional, and OpCo use.
Enable vendors. Provide analytical support for key supplier partnerships (category performance, POS trends, demand signals) and assist with business reviews and executive presentations.