Growth Consulting Analyst

Spins • Chicago, IL

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Growth Consulting Analyst will contribute to client work for the Growth Consulting team. The goal of our team is to help our clients improve their business by delivering custom project work that addresses strategic questions of across sales, marketing, and innovation. This individual will be responsible for delivering client work independently, as well as partnering with other Growth Consulting team members to contribute to their work product and client deliverables. This individual will conduct data analysis primarily using point-of-sale data but will also be responsible for integrating data from other sources, such as consumer panel, survey, and analytical models such as price elasticity and marketing mix, when applicable. The individual will also be responsible for creating PowerPoint presentations used to summarize the analysis and make recommendations to our clients. This role will collaborate closely with multiple other members of the Growth Consulting team. The Analyst must be able to work on multiple projects concurrently and collaborate efficiently to leverage resources within the Growth Consulting team and the broader SPINS organization. Experience using syndicated data services, strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, and excellent time management skills are key to success. The Analyst must also be a fast learner and comfortable in situations where they are doing something for the first time, as many Growth Consulting projects are highly customized.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree
• Prior experience with a CPG company, consulting, market research, or syndicated data firm
• Prior exposure to SPINS, Circana, Nielsen, or other syndicated data sources
• Analytical in approach; ability to spot trends, anomalies, and opportunities in datasets
• Advanced capabilities with Excel and PowerPoint
• Highly process-driven and detail-oriented
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any US employer.
• Unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

• Natural products industry experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data to generate insights and findings that will be shared directly with our clients based on their unique business questions.
• Create PowerPoint presentations that clearly and succinctly communicate the findings of the analysis and overall recommendations using effective data visualization.
• Access SPINS data platforms and reformat data to create custom Excel dashboards.
• Conduct quality control processes, diagnosing and troubleshooting issues to ensure outputs are timely and error-free.

Benefits

• Hybrid work options
• Paid time to volunteer
• Charitable donations are matched
• Semi-annual company-wide employee survey that is used to shape company programs, perks, and culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level